Jamie Titus

Jamie Titus serves as Associate Professor and Academic Assessment Coordinator in the Biomedical & Natural Sciences school at Mount St. Joseph University. Holding a Ph.D. from the University of Cincinnati and a B.S. from The Ohio State University, she specializes in Chemistry, Nursing Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Environmental Chemistry while actively mentoring students through research and academic guidance.

Education:

• Ph.D., University of Cincinnati
• B.S., The Ohio State University

Her research program spans two critical domains: molecular mechanisms of homeodomain protein-DNA binding using NMR and molecular dynamics, and innovative pedagogy in biochemistry education. She pioneers GFP site-directed mutagenesis techniques for teaching structure-function relationships to undergraduates and explores biochemistry-water quality intersections through an upcoming sabbatical at Greater Cincinnati Water Works. Her scholarship extends to assessment design and Blackboard outcomes implementation for institutional learning evaluation.

Publication analysis reveals consistent focus on structural biology techniques applied to homeodomain proteins since 2006, with recent work emphasizing dynamic side-chain interactions and mutant characterization. Simultaneously, her educational scholarship demonstrates growing emphasis on practical assessment frameworks and inclusive teaching methodologies.

As an advisor, Dr. Titus champions underserved populations in STEM, leveraging her perspective as a woman in science and mother of three. Her mentorship philosophy centers on building scientific confidence through personalized support, particularly for students navigating multiple life challenges while pursuing scientific degrees.