Hi, I’m
Desiree Wilson
Channelview,TX
Summary
Bioinformatics professional with research experience pursuing a data science role. Proficient in statistics, research methods, and programming. Dedicated to data-driven insights for informed decision-making in healthcare.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lamar Institute Of TechnologyBeaumont, TX
Adjunct Professor of Biology
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Taught General Biology I Lecture and Lab
- Taught General Biology II Lecture and Lab
- Taught Anatomy and Physiology I Lecture and Lab
- Taught Anatomy and Physiology II Lecture and Lab
- Assessed student classroom performance to report on progress using statistical analyses such as dependent t-test.
- Explained proper lab techniques to students.
- Developed assignments and tests to assess student progress.
- Created curriculum covering diverse aspects of biology.
San Jacinto CollegeHouston, TX
Mathematics Tutor
06.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Coached students through challenging material with positive reinforcement and encouragement.
- Worked with students online and in-person to complete classwork.
- Monitored student progress in College Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Calculus I, Contemporary Math, Elementary Statistics and Business Statistics through homework and exams.
- Supported students by identifying and addressing specific concerns.
- Researched and recommended textbooks, software and other learning materials to complement tutoring.
University Of Houston-DowntownHouston, TX
Adjunct Biology Instructor
08.2021 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Taught General Biology I Lecture
- Taught General Biology II Lecture
- Taught Microbiology Lecture and Lab
- Taught Genetics Lecture and Lab
- Trained students to analyze their molecular genetics datasets.
- Encouraged development of communication skills and higher critical thinking skills through appropriate writing assignments, classroom presentations, experiential learning, and mastery of genetics and microbiology lab techniques.
- Assessed learning absorption and retention, adapting instructional techniques to level of students.
- Planned and organized instruction and instructional delivery in innovative ways, maximizing student learning and academic excellence.
Houston Community College SystemHouston, TX
Adjunct Biology Instructor
01.2020 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Taught General Biology I Lecture
- Taught General Biology II Lecture
- Taught Microbiology Lecture and Lab
- Taught Anatomy and Physiology I Lab
- Created curriculum covering diverse aspects of biology.
- Developed and implemented evaluation methods which measured student progress toward outcomes fairly and consistently and in accordance with assessment requirements of division.
- Assessed students' understanding of materials through homework assignments, quizzes, tests and statistics.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Utilized technology and statistical resources such as R to develop immersive, informative lessons and identify concepts students commonly misunderstand.
- Prepared comprehensive materials, syllabi and lesson plans for courses.
UT Health San AntonioSan Antonio, TX
Postdoctoral Researcher
06.2017 - 07.2019
Job overview
- Proposed and implemented research focused on patient outcome and socioeconomic status.
- Collected and analyzed data from electronic medical records to maintain computer database of research statistics.
- Documented analytics information that had been gleaned from all research.
- Prepared scientific reports, outcome findings and scientific manuscripts using R and SQL.
- Presented information regarding research work at weekly meetings.
UT Health San AntonioSan Antonio, TX
Graduate Research Assistant
08.2011 - 06.2017
Job overview
- Trained other professionals to analyze bioinformatics data.
- Designed research and experimental studies, executing research techniques, tests and assays.
- Trained undergraduate students on laboratory protocols and activities.
- Analyzed bioinformatics data using R packages and statistical models.
- Developed, optimized and implemented new computational models.
- Researched and built models to predict outcomes of different interventions.
- Wrote publications covering latest bioinformatics research.
- Analyzed data to assist professors with various projects.
Education
Southern Careers InstituteSan Antonio, TX
Certificate from Data Science
04.2023
UT Health San AntonioSan Antonio, TX
Ph.D. from Biology
06.2017
Skills
- Data Analysis and Data Visualization
- Bioinformatics and Health Informatics
- R programming, Python and Java
- SQL and NoSQL
- Git/GitHub
- Academic Research
- Predictive modeling
- Hypothesis testing
- Organization and Planning Skills
- Problem Solving
Timeline
Adjunct Professor of Biology
Lamar Institute Of Technology
01.2023 - Current
Mathematics Tutor
San Jacinto College
06.2022 - Current
Adjunct Biology Instructor
University Of Houston-Downtown
08.2021 - 05.2022
Adjunct Biology Instructor
Houston Community College System
01.2020 - 06.2021
Postdoctoral Researcher
UT Health San Antonio
06.2017 - 07.2019
Graduate Research Assistant
UT Health San Antonio
08.2011 - 06.2017
Southern Careers Institute
Certificate from Data Science
UT Health San Antonio
Ph.D. from Biology
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