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KEVINER ASIGI
Biostatistician
Providence,RI
Summary
Analytical and detail-oriented biostatistician with a proven track record in managing and analyzing extensive healthcare and public health datasets using R, Stata, Python, and SAS. Expertise in predictive modeling, causal inference, longitudinal analysis, and data visualization to transform complex data into actionable insights. Demonstrated ability to streamline workflows, automate reporting processes, and advocate for reproducible research methodologies. Collaborative team player with exceptional problem-solving, mentorship, and communication skills, dedicated to advancing data-driven decision-making in global health research initiatives.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
2
Languages
Work History
BROWN UNIVERSITYProvidence, Rhode Island
Academic Support Specialist
08.2024 - 10.2025
Job overview
- Managed academic support operations for graduate-level biostatistics courses, coordinating workshops, mentorship sessions, and data training for over 160 students.
- Led and delivered R and Stata workshops for 80+ graduate students via Google Classroom and mentored over 160 trainees through individualized sessions in quantitative methods, data cleaning, and analysis.
- Streamlined data workflows using automated validation scripts, reducing manual data errors by 40% and improving data accuracy, integrity, and reproducibility across public health research projects.
- Developed reproducible coding templates, learning modules, and documentation standards, enhancing instructional efficiency, student competency, and long-term adoption of best analytic practices.
- Managed data pipelines and analysis environments using Google Cloud Platform, ensuring secure storage, compliant processing, and scalable workflows for clinical and public health datasets.
- Collaborated with faculty and interdisciplinary teams to design course content, oversee workshop logistics, track performance, and deliver clear, high-quality analytical support.
- Mentored graduate trainees in data documentation, ethics, statistical best practices, and ethical research.
- Used appropriate assessment and diagnostic procedures for determining and structuring individual and group counseling services.
- Improved retention rates by identifying at-risk students and implementing tailored support plans.
- Boosted graduation rates through consistent monitoring of student progress and timely intervention.
- Tracked student progress during weekly meetings and shared this feedback with faculty, resulting in a more comprehensive understanding of each individual''s strengths and weaknesses.
- Designed engaging workshops related specifically to unique challenges faced within each subject area so that more learners could achieve success.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by addressing individual student needs and fostering collaborative relationships among stakeholders.
- Contributed to the development of new academic programs by researching best practices in the field of academic support services.
- Enhanced student performance by providing personalized academic support and mentoring.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of workshops, seminars, and other events aimed at enhancing the academic experience for all students.
- Identified at-risk students to provide appropriate interventions.
- Facilitated access to resources such as textbooks, technology tools, and additional learning materials for enhanced academic support.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop targeted intervention strategies for struggling students.
BROWN UNIVERSITYProvidence, Rhode Island
Graduate Research Trainee
09.2022 - 05.2024
Job overview
- Applied advanced statistical methods, predictive modeling, and causal inference to large clinical analyses, to identify patterns in health outcomes and intervention effectiveness on clinical datasets (>50,000 records) using R to support faculty-led studies and produced reproducible analyses that informed public health research.
- Applied R, Python, and machine learning to large clinical and public health datasets (50,000+ records), developing predictive and regression models for neonatal outcomes, cardiovascular risk, and prenatal exposures.
- Conducted thesis research using causal inference methods, presenting reproducible analyses and actionable insights and presenting results to Public Health audiences.
- Automated data cleaning, documentation, and reporting pipelines, improving workflow efficiency by 30%.
- Leveraged quality assurance techniques and validation checks to strengthen predictive model performance, improve diagnostic accuracy, and support high-quality analytical outputs.
- Collaborated with faculty on predictive modeling, longitudinal analysis, and interactive dashboards, contributing to clinical research publications and supporting data-driven public health initiatives.
- Contributed to breakthrough findings through meticulous data analysis and interpretation of experimental results.
USAID AMPATH CONSORTIUMEldoret, Kenya
Research Assistant
06.2014 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Coordinated and oversaw daily operations of 3 large-scale chronic disease studies covering 2,900+ participants across 10 sites.
- Coordinated multi-site chronic disease studies across 10 facilities, managing data collection for 2,900+ participants and achieving over 95% data completeness through rigorous quality control and monitoring.
- Led participant recruitment, informed consent, and retention, ensuring ethical, compliant workflows and collaborating closely with clinical teams to maintain high-quality research operations.
- Managed REDCap databases, dashboards, and progress trackers to enhance project oversight.
- Trained 100+ community health workers in electronic data capture, significantly improving data reliability.
- Contributed to program evaluation and research development, synthesizing quantitative and qualitative data to inform policy recommendations and strengthen healthcare delivery for chronic diseases in rural Kenya.
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality output.
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative research methodologies and strategies.
- Enhanced participant recruitment strategies, leading to more diverse and representative study samples.
- Coordinated with external research partners to ensure seamless integration of collaborative projects.
ELGON VIEW HOSPITALEldoret, Kenya
Health Records Officer, Urology Centre
01.2014 - 05.2014
Job overview
- Oversaw hospital data and health record systems, including ICD coding and clinical reporting, to strengthen data quality, surveillance, and compliance.
- Managed Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems, performing ICD coding, clinical documentation, and data validation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
- Streamlined data workflows by introducing automated reporting and record-review processes, improving reporting accuracy and significantly reducing turnaround time.
- Enhanced clinical reporting and claims reconciliation by integrating quality checks and standardized documentation procedures, reducing data discrepancies and improving operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with clinical and administrative teams to optimize EHR use, strengthen patient data management practices, and support data-driven decision-making across the facility.
- Managed physical storage units, maintaining organization and accessibility of archived files.
- Maintained strict confidentiality standards, ensuring the privacy of sensitive information for clients and employees.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new Records Officers, resulting in increased efficiency and consistency across the team.
- Responded promptly to requests for information from internal departments or external parties, fostering positive working relationships throughout the organization.
- Established backup procedures for critical documents, safeguarding against potential loss due to natural disasters or other unforeseen events.
- Streamlined records retrieval processes, reducing wait times for internal and external stakeholders.
- Advised management on best practices for records management, supporting company-wide initiatives to improve efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish document retention schedules, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
- Assisted in the creation of records-related policies and procedures, contributing to a comprehensive approach to information management across the organization.
Education
Brown UniversityProvidence, RI
Master of Science (MSc) from Biostatistcs
05-2024
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And TechnologyNairobi, Kenya
Bachelor of Science (BSc) from Statistics
11-2018
Skills
R Programming Language
Predictive modeling
Academic advising
Teaching techniques
regression analysis
Student support
longitudinal/multilevel analysis
causal inference
Statistical analysis
data visualization
machine learning
R
SAS
Stata
SPSS
R Shiny
DataWrapper
Excel
Git/GitHub
data cleaning
validation
database administration
REDCap
Statistical analysis
Visualization
Collaborative learning
Transition management
Student engagement
Learning strategies
Needs assessments
Adaptability and flexibility
Analytical thinking
Skills
Predictive modeling, Regression analysis, Longitudinal/multilevel analysis, Causal inference, Statistical learning, Data visualization, Machine learning, R, Python, SAS, Stata, SPSS, R Shiny, DataWrapper, Excel, Git/GitHub, Data cleaning, Validation, Database administration, REDCap, Automated reporting pipelines, Reproducible workflows, QA/QC reporting, Mentoring students and colleagues, Cross-functional teamwork, Analytic best practices, Reproducible research, Technical documentation, Training, Stakeholder reporting, Clinical data management, Human subjects research, IRB compliance, Biomarker data handling (saliva, blood, urine), Participant recruitment, Applied public health research, Workflow optimization, Process tracking, Performance metrics, Audit preparation, Data integrity, Reproducible and accurate reporting
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Software
Stata
SAS
DataWrapper for Visualizations
Timeline
Academic Support Specialist
BROWN UNIVERSITY
08.2024 - 10.2025
Graduate Research Trainee
BROWN UNIVERSITY
09.2022 - 05.2024
Research Assistant
USAID AMPATH CONSORTIUM
06.2014 - 08.2022
Health Records Officer, Urology Centre
ELGON VIEW HOSPITAL
01.2014 - 05.2014
Brown University
Master of Science (MSc) from Biostatistcs
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology
Bachelor of Science (BSc) from Statistics