Kevin M. Korous, Ph.D.

Researcher, Data Scientist, Writer

Email:

kevin@drkevinkorous.com

Address:

Millcreek, UT

SUMMARY

Experienced researcher, data scientist, and professional writer with expertise in analytics, predictive modeling, and machine learning. Successfully identified and solved complex business and analytic challenges through SQL, Python, R, Tableau, and Palantir. Skilled in leading Scrum ceremonies, developing automated pipelines, building data models, and creating interactive dashboards to inform decision-making and optimize operations. Adept at managing full project lifecycles, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and presenting data-driven insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experienced ad-hoc peer reviewer of academic research articles. Committed to delivering actionable solutions and mentoring teams to drive decisions.

My research identifies mechanisms that prevent or exacerbate health disparities across the life course, with the goal of improving community health. I integrate multidisciplinary theory with advanced quantitative methods—including machine learning, causal inference, and meta-analysis—to examine how socioeconomic resources and social position contribute to health disparities. Ultimately, my research bridges academic rigor with real-world application by translating findings into actionable policy recommendations.

SKILLS

Data Analysis
Statistical Inference
R/Python

Machine Learning
Predictive Modeling
Data Wrangling & Visualization

Professional Scrum Master I
Tableau Desktop Specialist
Oracle SQL

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2022-Present

Lead Data Scientist (Remote)

General Dynamics Information Technology [GDIT]

Remote Location, Salt Lake City, UT

2021-2022

Post-Doctoral Research Scholar (Remote)

Men’s Health Inequities Research Lab

Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI

The University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT

Principal Investigator: Charles R. Rogers, PhD, MPH, MS, MCHES

2016-2021

Graduate Research Assistant & Lab Manager

Meta-Research in Culture (MARTA)

Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ

Principal Investigator: José M. Causadias, PhD

2015-2018

Graduate Research Assistant

Culture and Contexts of Positive Development (COPE) Lab

Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ

Principal Investigator: Monica Tsethlikai, PhD

2015-2016

Graduate Research Assistant

Racial Experiences of Youth Laboratory (REYLAB)

Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ

Principal Investigator: Eleanor Seaton, PhD

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

2022

Guest Lecturer

Socioeconomic-Related Effects: Health & Disease

Mechanisms of Health and Disease

University of Utah School of Medicine

2020

Instructor

Family Ethnic and Cultural Diversity

Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ

2017-2020

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Undergraduate Subjects: Social Statistics I, Family Ethnic and Cultural Diversity, Research Methods, Human Development

Graduate Subjects: Introduction to Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis

Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ

SELECT PUBLICATIONS

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Korous, K. M., Brooks, E., King-Mullins, E. M., Lucas, T., Tuuhetaufa, F., & Rogers, C. R. (2024). Objective and subjective socioeconomic factors and colorectal cancer screening uptake in U.S. Men—A cross-sectional analysis. Behavioral Medicine. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/08964289.2024.2335156

Korous, K. M., Surachman, A., Rogers, C. R., & Cuevas, A. G. (2023). Parental education and epigenetic aging in middle-aged and older adults in the United States: A life course perspective. Social Science & Medicine, 333, 116173. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.socscimed.2023.116173

Rogers, C. R., Korous, K. M., De Vera, M. A., Shaukat, A., Brooks, E., Henley, C., Johnson, W., & Rogers, T., N. (2023). “It's probably just hemorrhoids”: A qualitative exploration of psychosocial and lifestyle changes and challenges accompanying an early-onset colorectal cancer diagnosis. Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention, 32(11), 1617-1624. https://doi.org/10.1158/1055-9965.EPI-23-0443

Korous, K. M., Causadias, J. M., Bradley, R. H., Levy, R., Cahill, K. M., Li, L., & Luthar, S. S. (2023). “More is better” or “better near the middle”? An U.S.-based individual participant data meta-analysis of socioeconomic status and depressive symptoms. American Psychologist, 78(3), 305–320. https://dx.doi.org/10.1037/amp0001076

Korous, K. M., Cuevas, A. G., Chahoud J., Ogbonnaya, U. C., Brooks, E., & Rogers, C. R. (2022). Examining the relationship between household wealth and colorectal cancer screening behaviors among U.S. men aged 45–75. SSM – Population Health, 19, 10122. https://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ssmph.2022.101222

Korous, K. M., Bradley, R. H., Luthar, S. S., Li, L., Levy, R., Cahill, K. M., & Rogers, C. R. (2022). Socioeconomic status and depressive symptoms: An individual participant data meta-analysis on range restriction and measurement in the United States. Journal of Affective Disorders, 314(1), 50-58. https://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jad.2022.06.090

Rogers, C. R., Korous, K. M., Brooks, E., De Vera, M., Tuuhetaufa, F., Lucas, T., Curtin, K., Pesman, C., Johnson, W., Gallagher, P., & Moore, J. X. (2022). Early-onset colorectal cancer survival differences and potential geographic determinants among men and women in Utah. American Society of Clinical Oncology Educational Book, 42, 1-16. https://dx.doi.org/10.1200/EDBK_350241

Korous, K. M., Causadias, J. M., Bradley, R. H., Luthar, S. S., & Levy, R. (2022). A systematic overview of meta-analyses on socioeconomic status, cognitive ability, and achievement: The need to focus on specific pathways. Psychological Reports, 125(1), 55-97. https://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0033294120984127

Causadias, J. M., & Korous, K. M. (2019). Racial discrimination in the United States: A national health crisis that demands a national health solution [Editorial]. Journal of Adolescent Health, 64, 147-148. https://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jadohealth.2018.11.001

Korous, K. M., Causadias, J. M., Bradley, R. H., & Luthar, S. S. (2018). Unpacking the link between socioeconomic status and behavior problems: A second-order meta-analysis. Development and Psychopathology, 30, 1889-1906. https://dx.doi.org/10.1017/S0954579418001141

Korous, K. M., Causadias, J. M., & Casper, D. M. (2017). Racial discrimination and cortisol output: A meta-analysis. Social Science & Medicine, 193, 90-100. https://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.socscimed.2017.09.042

SELECT PRESENTATIONS

Korous, K. M., Brooks, E., King-Mullins, E. M., Lucas, T., Tuuhetaufa, F., & Rogers, C. R. (2022, November). Objective and subjective socioeconomic status and colorectal cancer screening uptake among U.S. men. Paper presented at the American Public Health Association’s Annual Meeting and Expo, Boston, MA.

Korous, K. M., Moore, J. X., Brooks, E., De Vera, M., Tuuhetaufa, F., Lucas, T., Curtin, K., Pesman, C., Johnson, W., Gallagher, P., & Rogers, C. R. (2022, November). Early-onset colorectal cancer survival disparities and potential geographic determinants among men and women in Utah. Paper presented at the American Public Health Association’s Annual Meeting and Expo, Boston, MA.

Korous, K. M., Cahill, K. M., Longfeng, L., & Causadias, J. M. (2021, April). Socioeconomic status, depressive symptoms, and academic achievement: Meta-analytic structural equation modeling with individual participant data. In K. M. Korous (Chair), Leveraging innovative methods in meta-analysis to advance developmental theory. Paper symposium presented at the biennial meeting of the Society for Research in Child Development, Virtual.

Korous, K. M., Causadias, J. M., Bradley, R. H., & Luthar, S. S. (2019, March). Socioeconomic status and the development of behavior problems: A second order meta-analysis. Poster presented at the biennial meeting of the Society for Research in Child Development, Baltimore, MD.

Korous, K. M., Causadias, J. M., & Casper, D. M. (2017, April). The neurobiological effects of racial discrimination: A meta-analysis. In K. M. Korous (Chair) & E. W. Neblett (Discussant), Examining the neurobiological consequences of racial discrimination on development. Paper symposium presented at the biennial meeting of the Society for Research in Child Development, Austin, TX.

COMMENTARIES

Korous, K. M. (2025, September 27). When bigger stops being better in school districts. Deseret News. https://www.deseret.com/opinion/2025/09/27/utah-large-school-districts-cause-for-concern/

Korous, K. M. (2025, June 3). Medicaid cuts will harm children and education in Utah. Deseret News. https://www.deseret.com/opinion/2025/06/03/medicaid-cuts-affect-education-childrens-health/

Korous, K.M. (2024, December 20). A grim forecast for public education. Standard-Examiner. https://www.standard.net/opinion/guest-commentary/2024/dec/20/guest-opinion-a-grim-forecast-for-public-education/

Korous, K. M. (2024, September 13). Say ‘no way’ to Amendment A. Standard-Examiner. https://www.standard.net/opinion/guest-commentary/2024/sep/13/guest-opinion-say-no-way-to-amendment-a/

Korous, K. M. (2024, August 16). Why Utah lawmakers should implement universal school lunch. Deseret News. https://www.deseret.com/opinion/2024/08/16/utah-children-need-universal-school-lunch/

Korous, K. M. (2024, April 1). Vote for those who believe in education, local control and parental rights. The Salt Lake Tribune. https://www.sltrib.com/opinion/commentary/2024/04/01/kevin-korous-vote-those-who/

Korous, K. M., & McDonald, D. (2024, February 23). Utah should not go ‘back to the future’ on education. Deseret News. https://www.deseret.com/opinion/2024/2/23/24079154/opinion-utah-higher-education-progress/

Korous, K. M., & McDonald, D. (2023, August 18). MLK’s dream was not to ignore race-based identities. Deseret News. https://www.deseret.com/opinion/2023/8/18/23834657/critical-race-theory-martin-luther-king

Korous, K. M. (2023, August 17). Diversity, equity and inclusion aren’t bad words. The Salt Lake Tribune. https://www.sltrib.com/opinion/commentary/2023/08/17/kevin-m-korous-diversity-equity/

Korous, K. M., & McDonald, D. (2023, March 10). Just not being racist in not enough to root out racism in Utah: Utah senator was wrong to say anti-racism is racism. The Salt Lake Tribune. https://www.sltrib.com/opinion/commentary/2023/03/10/kevin-m-korous-darlene-mcdonald/

Korous, K. M. (2023, February 1). A ‘systematic review’ has nothing to do with transgender youth in Utah: Study ordered by SB 16 won’t answer the Legislature’s questions. The Salt Lake Tribune. https://www.sltrib.com/opinion/commentary/2023/02/01/kevin-m-korous-systematic-review/

Ad-Hoc Peer Reviews

Journal (Number of Reviews)

European Journal of Cancer (1)

Cancer Epidemiology (1)

Journal of the National Medical Association (2)

American Journal of Preventive Medicine (1)
Journal of Adolescent Health (2)

HRB Open Research (1)

Preventive Oncology & Epidemiology (1)

Journal of Applied Developmental Psychology (1)

Psychoneuroendocrinology (7)
Infant and Child Development (1)
Social Science and Medicine (2)
Comprehensive Psychoneuroendocrinology (1)
Cogent Psychology (1)
Psychological Science (1)
Journal of Adolescent Health (1)
Ethnicity and Health (1)
Cultural Diversity and Ethnic Minority Psychology (1)

Organizations

2025-Present

Board Member

ACLU of Utah

2023-Present

Member

American Psychological Association