Our Team: Jana Haritatos, Ph.D.
Jana Haritatos, Ph.D.
Director of Research Operations
Jana Haritatos is responsible for the design and management of operational processes in research at HopeLab, including identification of key research questions based on literature review and needs assessment activities, translation of study objectives into procedures and protocols, management of research partnerships and compliance with local, state, federal and international regulations and guidelines applicable to HopeLab’s research portfolio.
Prior to joining HopeLab, Jana completed a Post-Doctoral fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) in the Health Psychology Program. Jana received her doctorate in Psychology from the University of Michigan before joining UCSF to study psychological and socio-cultural determinants of health. While serving as a postdoctoral fellow, Jana collaborated on interdisciplinary research with members of the Center for Health and Community, the MacArthur Research Network on Socioeconomic Status and Health, and San Francisco General Hospital. Jana has also served in a variety of research roles at the University of Michigan, including positions with the Institute of Research on Women & Gender, the Immigration & Health Research Group, and the Culture and Gender Research Laboratory.