SALWA MOHAMED MUSARIKANDY
Hattiesburg
Summary
Public health professional trained in epidemiology and biostatistics with strong experience in data management, statistical analysis, and public health research. Brings a clinical background in dentistry and proven experience producing medically reviewed content, including over 50 published articles. Skilled in interpreting complex epidemiologic and clinical data and translating findings into clear, accurate, and actionable insights for public health and healthcare settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Assistant
School of Construction & Design
12.2024 - Current
- Managed office operations, scheduling, documentation, and daily student support.
- Served as a summer camp counselor, assisting with program coordination, supervision, and departmental events.
- Maintained administrative workflows, handled communications, and supported routine operational tasks.
Public Health Intern
Gulf South Center for Community-Engaged Health Research & Innovation
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Performed extensive data entry, cleaning, and organization for public health datasets, including the ASPIRE project- Using R programming language and SPSS.
- Conducted descriptive data analysis and prepared tables, summaries, and internal reports.
- Supported development of presentations and documentation for faculty and community partners.
- Contributed to project coordination and communication across research and outreach teams.
Community Outreach Intern (COI)
Gulf South Center for Community-Engaged Health Research & Innovation
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Conducted health education sessions, including Sugar Shockers outreach, teaching participants about hidden sugars and healthy choices.
- Led tabling activities at community events, engaging participants of different backgrounds.
- Assisted in survey scoring (CESD-R), data organization, and outreach planning.
- Supported preparation of public health materials and educational tools.
Medical Content Analyst
Orane Healthcare (iCliniq)
02.2023 - 07.2024
- Researched, wrote, and refined 50+ medical articles on clinical and public health topics.
- Ensured accuracy and clarity through literature review and fact-checking.
- Improved content structure and search performance through SEO-aware writing.
- Collaborated with medical reviewers to produce high-quality health information.
- Served as a call audit team member in collaboration with MSKCC, reviewing patient consultation calls for clinical accuracy and quality standards.
General Dentist
Ecodent Multispecialty Dental Clinic
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided diagnostic and clinical dental care under senior specialists.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene and treatment plans.
Junior Dentist
Dr. Monudeen’s Dental Care
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Assisted in routine dental procedures with adherence to COVID-19 protocols.
- Supported patient care and clinical documentation.
Education
Master of Public Health (MPH) - Epidemiology & Biostatistics
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS07.2026
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) - Dentistry
Dayananda Sagar College of Dental Sciences
Karnataka, India11-2018
Skills
- Epidemiology & Biostatistics
- Data Analysis (R, SPSS, Excel)
- Evidence-Based Research
- Medical Writing & Editing
- Data Reporting & Presentations
- Community Outreach
- Literature Review & Research Synthesis
- Statistical Modeling & Regression Analysis
- Data Cleaning, Management & Quality Control
Timeline
Public Health Intern
Gulf South Center for Community-Engaged Health Research & Innovation
08.2025 - 12.2025
Community Outreach Intern (COI)
Gulf South Center for Community-Engaged Health Research & Innovation
01.2025 - 05.2025
Graduate Assistant
School of Construction & Design
12.2024 - Current
Medical Content Analyst
Orane Healthcare (iCliniq)
02.2023 - 07.2024
General Dentist
Ecodent Multispecialty Dental Clinic
01.2021 - 05.2022
Junior Dentist
Dr. Monudeen’s Dental Care
01.2020 - 12.2020
Master of Public Health (MPH) - Epidemiology & Biostatistics
University of Southern Mississippi
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) - Dentistry
Dayananda Sagar College of Dental Sciences