Ayodele Jacob Akinyemi
Bronx,NY
Summary
Highly motivated and versatile scientist with over 10 years of research experience in immunology and molecular/cellular biology with keen interest in advancing biomedical health. Skilled in designing, executing and troubleshooting immune cell-based assays for therapeutic investigations. Proven success in cross-functional collaboration, data analysis, and communication, with international research experience across Nigeria, Brazil, and the United States.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Fellow (NIH T32 Postdoctoral Research Fellow)
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Bronx, NY, USA
11.2019 - 01.2025
- Independently designed and conducted key experiments assessing T cells function, and biochemical and molecular assays to determine how adverse developmental environments impact early childhood obesity and other cardiometabolic disease.
- Managed cross-functional collaborations with clinical and non-clinical investigators to identify biomarkers that will predict the risk of metabolic diseases and neurodevelopmental disorders.
- Analyzed large omics datasets (e.g., scRNA-seq, proteomics) using tools such as QIAGEN IPA to identify biomarkers for disease risk prediction.
- Led a small research team (1 lab technician, 2 postdocs and 1 intern) on transcriptional studies involving heavy metals exposure in animal models.
- Oversaw lab operations, vendor negotiations, reagent troubleshooting, and procurement coordination.
Graduate Assistant – Biochemistry
Afe Babalola University
Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria, Nigeria
09.2012 - 09.2018
- Taught, and assessed over 50 undergraduate students in advanced metabolism course and supervised research projects, guiding students in data analysis and presentation.
- Managed day-to-day lab operations, delegated responsibilities, and coordinated with vendors for lab equipment and supplies procurement.
- Supported cross-disciplinary research using statistical and analytical tools (GraphPad Prism, R, Flowjo)
- Managed day-to-day departmental laboratory operations, delegated responsibilities, and maintained equipment and supplies.
- Contributed to the university’s Health and Safety Committee, helping to develop emergency protocols and preventive care programs.
- Facilitated collaboration between faculty, administration, and students to improve learning outcomes and operational efficiency.
Education
Ph.D. - Applied Biochemistry
Federal University of Technology
Nigeria11.2015
M.Tech - Biochemistry
Federal University of Technology
Nigeria03.2011
B.Sc - Biochemistry
University of Ado-Ekiti
Nigeria12.2006
Skills
- ELISA
- Flow Cytometry
- Western blotting
- RT-qPCR
- DNA/RNA isolation
- Graphpad Prism
- SPSS
- JMP
- Flowjo
- Statistical analysis
- Strong written communication
- Strong verbal communication
- Strong presentation communication
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Crisis management
- Highly adaptable
- Fast learner
Honors And Awards
- NIH T32 IDDRC Post-doctoral Fellowship, 2021-01-01
- ISN Post-doctoral Fellowship, 2017-01-01
- IBRO International Travel, 2016-01-01
- TWAS/CNPq Sandwich Postgraduate Fellowship, 2013-01-01
Timeline
Research Fellow (NIH T32 Postdoctoral Research Fellow)
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
11.2019 - 01.2025
Graduate Assistant – Biochemistry
Afe Babalola University
09.2012 - 09.2018
Ph.D. - Applied Biochemistry
Federal University of Technology
M.Tech - Biochemistry
Federal University of Technology
B.Sc - Biochemistry
University of Ado-Ekiti