Kimia Boreiri
Chicago,Illinois
Summary
Dynamic Research Assistant with a proven track record at Loyola University of Chicago, excelling in gut microbiome studies. Expert in DNA extraction and data analysis, leveraging Python and R for groundbreaking research. Demonstrated excellence in teamwork and communication, significantly enhancing project outcomes. Skilled in bioinformatics, contributing to high-impact publications and presentations, with hands-on experience in mice-based research models. Skilled in developing data collection tools, ensuring project compliance with regulatory guidelines. Highly motivated to contribute to cutting-edge research and improve personalized medicine strategies.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
Loyola University of Chicago
08.2023 - Current
- Designed and carried out experiments to study gut microbiomes, focusing on how Lactobacillus phages influence bacterial communities.
- Extracted DNA from biological samples, troubleshooting and optimizing protocols to improve yield and quality.
- Analyzed sequencing data using bioinformatics and created visualizations in R for presentations and manuscripts.
- Automated data processing workflows using Python and R to make research more efficient and ensure reproducibility
- Handled mice, including feeding schedules, and sample collection, while ensuring compliance with ethical and institutional guidelines.
- Identified and addressed experimental issues, adjusting protocols to improve accuracy and reliability.
- Assisted in developing study protocols, designing data collection tools, and maintaining research databases.
- Conducted literature reviews and helped write reports and manuscripts to support ongoing research.
- Presented findings at academic conferences and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to advance research.
Education
Master of Science - Bioinformatics
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biology
Islamic Azad University
Tehran, Iran09-2021
Skills
- Data analysis
- DNA Extraction
- Bacterial Culturing
- Animal Handling (especially mice)
- Media preparation and sterilization
- Linux
- Proficient in Python and R
- Bioinformatics tool
- Quality Control
- FASTA / FASTQ
- Computational tools and piplines
Teamwork and Communication
Certification
- CITI Program: Basics of Health Privacy - Completion Date: 09 Feb 2024
- CITI Program: Investigators, Staff, and Students - Completion Date: 09 Feb 2024
- CITI Program: Working with Mice in Research Settings – Completion Date: 04 Feb 2024
Languages
English
Full Professional
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Research Assistant
Loyola University of Chicago
08.2023 - Current
- CITI Program: Basics of Health Privacy - Completion Date: 09 Feb 2024
- CITI Program: Investigators, Staff, and Students - Completion Date: 09 Feb 2024
- CITI Program: Working with Mice in Research Settings – Completion Date: 04 Feb 2024
Master of Science - Bioinformatics
Loyola University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biology
Islamic Azad University
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