Most recently, Ms. Jacobs held the same title at New York University in New York City, according to a Nov. 20 news release from the health system. She has a background in healthcare, serving as a managing director of the office of investments at New York City-based NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital prior to her time at NYU.
In her new position, Ms. Jacobs will oversee investment strategy for RWJBarnabas Health by formulating a strategic vision for its portfolios. The system’s long term investment portfolio, short term capital reserve portfolio, foundation portfolio and endowments, and ERISA Plan assets are all within her scope.