Christie Sahley is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Purdue University, where she also serves as the Director of the Center for Faculty Success. She specializes in Neurobiology, with a focus on cellular and molecular analysis of learning and the cellular response to neural injury. Dr. Sahley’s academic career began with a Ph.D. in Physiological Psychology from the University of Kentucky, followed by postdoctoral work at Princeton University and Bell Labs. Throughout her career, she has held several leadership roles, including Associate Head of the Department of Biological Sciences and Associate Dean of the College of Science. Dr. Sahley has been an advocate for gender equity in STEM fields and has been involved in various initiatives aimed at increasing the representation of women in academic leadership. She has contributed to numerous publications regarding diversity, inclusion, and the experiences of women in academia. Her commitment to education and mentoring is evidenced by her work on programs focusing on the success and retention of female STEM faculty.
Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN
Teaching and researching in the field of Neurobiology.
Department of Biological Sciences • Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
Overseeing department activities and faculty support.
ADVANCE Purdue Center for Faculty Success • Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
Leading initiatives to improve gender equity among faculty.
College of Science • Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
Contributing to administrative aspects of the College of Science.
Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN
Teaching and researching in the field of Neurobiology.
Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN
Conducting research in Neurobiology.
Yale University • New Haven, CT
Teaching and conducting research in the field of Psychology Biology.