Mrs. Myriam BOU KHEIR
Institute of Business Administration
Instructor
(+961) 1 421 000 ext myriam.boukheir@usj.edu.lb
A dedicated public health expert with a PhD in Public Health Nutrition 8+ years of experience in healthcare research, nutrition, university teaching. Proven track record of leading large-scale research projects at Ipsos MENA and Ipsos UK, delivering actionable insights to high-profile clients like UNICEF, GSK, Viiv, and J&J. Skilled in managing multi-country projects across the Middle East and Europe, collaborating with cross-functional teams to align research with client objectives and regulatory requirements. Beyond my research prowess, I am deeply passionate about nutrition education, having developed and taught engaging classes for various age groups at the British International School Riyadh (BISR) and the Decathlon Youth Club. With a diverse skill set encompassing public health, university lecturing, nutritional analysis, statistical data analysis, and qualitative and quantitative research methodologies I am uniquely positioned to provide expert guidance and support to organizations seeking to advance public health initiatives.
+ Education
| Degrees | University | Country | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhD in Public Health Nutrition | University of Chester | Royaume-Uni | 2021 |
| MSc in human nutrition | University of Chester | Royaume-Uni | 2016 |
| Bachelor of science in Nutrition and dietetics | Université Saint-Esprit- Kaslik (USEK) | Lebanon | 2015 |
+ Teaching outside USJ
| Experience in University Teaching Outside USJ | Country | Institution | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lecturer | Lebanon | Phoenicia University | 05/02/2024 | 26/07/2024 |
| lecturer | Lebanon | Université Libanaise (UL) | 04/09/2023 | 31/10/2024 |
| teaching assistant | United Kingdom (Great Britain) | University of Chester | 05/03/2018 | 16/07/2021 |
+ Expertise field
Engineering and Technology, Sciences
+ Research topics
Public Health, Non-communicable disease, global health, adolescent health, school policies, public policies
+ Publications and communications
Bou Kheir, M., Fallows, S., & Kennedy, L. (2021). The Nutrition Transition’s Effect in Lebanon: A Qualitative Study Exploring Adolescents’ Perspectives in Both Urban Rural Areas. American Journal of Qualitative Research, 5(1), 243-263. https://doi.org/10.29333/ajqr/10974 Bou Kheir, M., & Fallows, S. (2020). Non-communicable Disease Prevention within the Global Health System. Global Health Institute. https://ghi.aub.edu.lb/ghiblog/non-communicable-disease-prevention-within-the-global-health-system/