Contributing Expert

Jennifer Poger, M.Ed. 

Director, Program and Education, Community Engagement Team 
Penn State Clinical & Translational Science Institute 

At the Penn State Clinical and Translational Science Institute, Jennifer leads efforts to engage communities in research by fostering collaboration through education, training, and resources. Her work centers on strengthening community-academic partnerships and improving access to research through inclusive recruitment and translational efforts. Jennifer has over 20 years of experience in research, education, and leadership. 

Contributing Expert

Jennifer Poger, M.Ed. 

Director, Program and Education, Community Engagement Team 
Penn State Clinical & Translational Science Institute 


At the Penn State Clinical and Translational Science Institute, Jennifer leads efforts to engage communities in research by fostering collaboration through education, training, and resources. Her work centers on strengthening community-academic partnerships and improving access to research through inclusive recruitment and translational efforts. Jennifer has over 20 years of experience in research, education, and leadership.