Jessica Foley, PhD

Experience

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  Duke University

  Jan 2000 - May 2001

  Undergraduate Research Assistant, Department of Biomedical Engineering

  ● Pratt Engineering Undergraduate Fellow● Design and construction of two-dimensional array transducers for intracardiac ultrasound devices● Investigation of alternate material composition of transducers to achieve improved imaging characteristics

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  University of Washington

  Aug 2001 - Jun 2006

  Graduate Research Assistant, Department of Bioengineering

  ● Image-guided high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) for conduction block of peripheral nerves● Investigation of varying acute and long-term effects of ultrasound on peripheral nerve conduction● Investigation of biological mechanisms of ultrasound-nerve interaction

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  Medtronic

  Jun 2006 - Jul 2008

  Senior Scientist

  ● Led several cross-functional team projects to investigate new technologies and energy sources (e.g. focused ultrasound, radiofrequency) for use in cardiac surgical treatment of atrial fibrillation ● Led collaborative efforts with cardiac surgeons during research and product development activities (e.g. discussion of new concepts and devices, preclinical research) ● Presentation of research and product development activities to cardiac surgeons and electrophysiologists

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  INSIGHTEC

  Jul 2008 - Jul 2011

  ● Manager of all neuro-related activities in North America as part of InSightec’s Neuro program – transcranial Magnetic Resonance guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS)● Led research and clinical support for Neuro sites – classroom and hands-on training of clinical and technical team, protocol development, preclinical testing, clinical trials ● Collaborative research with academic institutions (neurosurgeons, radiologists, biomedical engineers) ● Subject matter expert and presenter of Insightec technology, clinical applications and results at medical centers, academic research institutions and at medical conferences ● Led scientific/technical support for sales, marketing, business development, regulatory, and reimbursement efforts

  • Neuro Projects Manager, North America

    Jan 2010 - Jul 2011

  • Clinical Marketing Manager

    Jul 2008 - Jul 2011
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  National Science Foundation (NSF)

  Sept 2011 - Sept 2012

  AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow

  ● Led communication and public awareness efforts in Chemical, Bioengineering, Environmental, and Transport Systems (CBET) Division - internal and external to NSF, aimed at various audiences (e.g. academic community, Congress, general public, etc) ● Led several policy activities, including CBET contribution to 2012 National Bioeconomy Blueprint, and assessment and evaluation of NSF Engineering programs

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  Focused Ultrasound Foundation

  Aug 2012 - now

  ● Member of senior leadership team and head of Washington DC programs and activities● Direct federal and state government relations efforts to establish and leverage relationships with Congress, FDA, NIH, CMS, and other relevant governmental and non-governmental bodies● Spearhead regulatory, reimbursement, and advocacy initiatives aimed at breaking down barriers to widespread patient access for focused ultrasound (and other innovative medical technologies)● Serve as spokesperson and advocate for the Foundation and its mission to increase awareness and visibility of focused ultrasound and the Foundation’s track record of success● Manage targeted fundraising campaign for Cancer Immunotherapy program ● Lead initiatives to increase diversity, equity and inclusion at the Foundation and within the focused ultrasound field Show less ● Member of senior leadership team● Lead, develop, and implement scientific programs and activities to deliver high-impact philanthropy that addresses unmet clinical need and accelerating translation of new treatments for patients● Create, cultivate and lead new strategic partnerships (non-profits, industry, academia) to advance flagship Cancer Immunotherapy and Neuroscience programs within the Foundation – includes identifying and obtaining co-funding for projects, workshops, and other collaborative activities● Lead regulatory, reimbursement and advocacy initiatives aimed at breaking down barriers to commercialization for focused ultrasound (and other innovative medical technologies), in partnership with industry, medical device and life science trade organizations (e.g. AdvaMed, MITA, Virginia BIO)● Lead government relations efforts to establish and leverage relationships with Congress, Federal agencies including HHS, FDA, NIH, CMS, State of Virginia, and other relevant governmental and non-governmental bodies● Lead and manage members of the Foundation’s Scientific Team to align scientific activities with business operations, development and communications activities of the Foundation● Serve as a spokesperson and advocate for the Foundation and its mission to increase awareness and visibility of focused ultrasound and the Foundation’s track record of success Show less

  • Managing Director

    Jan 2019 - now

  • Chief Science Officer

    Jan 2014 - now

  • Scientific Director

    Aug 2012 - Dec 2013
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  Verasonics®

  Jan 2018 - now

  Scientific Advisory Board Member
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  Virginia Bio

  Apr 2022 - now

  Board Member
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  The Academy for Radiology & Biomedical Imaging Research

  Jan 2023 - now

  Board Member