Kristen Melendez
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly motivated Bioinformatics Analyst with a foundation in Biomedical Science and Data Science seeking to apply my innovative drive and technical expertise towards manipulating and investigating complex scientific material.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
University Of Texas At El Paso
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
- Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
- Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Generated data models using R and Python.
- Processed, analyzed, and interpreted high volumes of data for bioinformatics workflow.
Teaching Assistant
University Of Texas At El Paso
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Instructed the lab portion of the following classes: Statistics in research, bioinformatics, calculus, organismal biology, molecular cell biology.
- Partnered with professor to plan and implement lessons following department curriculum, goals and objectives.
- Assisted struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
Bioinformatics Intern
University Of Michigan
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Contributed to special projects in support of team objectives..
- Programmed algorithms in common bioinformatics languages.
- Developed, updated and enhanced databases used for storage and retrieval of bioinformatics data.
- Documented database changes, modifications or problems.
- Built and improved strategies for breaking down and analyzing complex data.
- Investigated and implemented strategies for modeling and predicting clinical outcomes.
Data Entry Operator
Sun City Finance
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
- Entered numerical data into databases with speed and accuracy.
- Verified data files prior to entry to maintain high data accuracy.
- Compiled data and reviewed information for accuracy prior to input.
- Made data processes more efficient by minimizing common errors associated with data processing.
- Maintained ongoing communication with relevant departments to confirm accurate data delivery.
Education
Ph.D. - Data Science
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TXMaster of Science - Bioinformatics
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX12.2019
Skills
- 3 years experience in R, Python, Java, SQL, Matlab
- 8 years experience with biological processes
- Experience in various projects where bioinformatics and data science processes were implemented and executed
- Familiarity with NGS data processing
- 4 years experience in statistical analysis and data models
- Linux experience
- Experience in developing and performing statistical analyses and reported tools in R/Bioconductor
- Experience in developing algorithms and conducting experiments using Python
- Integrated DNA-seq and RNA-seq data for variant calling analysis and clinical cancer studies
Timeline
Bioinformatics Intern
University Of Michigan
01.2021 - 05.2021
Research Assistant
University Of Texas At El Paso
01.2019 - 05.2022
Teaching Assistant
University Of Texas At El Paso
01.2019 - 05.2022
Data Entry Operator
Sun City Finance
01.2018 - 01.2019
Ph.D. - Data Science
The University of Texas At El Paso
Master of Science - Bioinformatics
The University of Texas At El Paso
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
The University of Texas At El Paso
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