Shayla Warren

Shayla Warren is the Manager of Operations at Emory University’s Human Performance Institute. She brings extensive experience in clinical research, neuroscience, and research operations, with expertise in electroencephalography (EEG), functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), and research involving pediatric and adolescent populations.

Prior to her current role, Ms. Warren served as a Clinical Research Coordinator III at SPARC, where she supported clinical and translational research investigating neurological changes associated with childhood and adolescent brain injury, neuromuscular function, and injury prevention.

Her broader research experience spans mild traumatic brain injury, sport psychology, facial processing, language and literacy in pediatric populations, quality of life among adolescents with autism spectrum disorder, and pediatric ethical decision-making. Throughout her research career, she has contributed to prospective longitudinal clinical trials, neurological assessment methods, and multimodal approaches to understanding brain function and recovery.

In her current role, Ms. Warren oversees research operations across all sites, supporting a multidisciplinary team and a portfolio of active studies. Her responsibilities include staff supervision and development, operational planning, regulatory oversight, workforce coordination, and resource management. She is committed to fostering an environment that supports staff success, effective collaboration, and high-quality research.