MATTHEW CHAN
New Canaan,CT
Summary
Research Assistant leveraging strong expertise in biostatistics, epidemiology, and machine learning. Focused on analyzing complex datasets to derive actionable insights and enhance patient outcomes. Committed to contributing effectively in a dynamic research environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Data Analyst
Washington County Mental Health Ser
Barre, VT
02.2024 - Current
- Analyzed large datasets to extract trends, patterns, and correlations, driving actionable business insights.
- Conducted data cleaning, modeling, and visualization in EHRs using R, Python, and SQL to enhance data accuracy and accessibility.
- Analyzed behavioral health and crisis-response data to assess patient outcomes and inform service utilization improvements.
Researcher Assistant
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
Hanover, New Hampshire
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Applied image processing techniques and machine learning methods such as clustering and convolutional neural networks on high-throughput spatial transcriptomics data, identifying patterns of metabolic metals in tumor cells to inform potential therapeutic targets
- Developed and evaluated machine learning models (OpenCV, R, Pytorch) for breast cancer metal maps and nuclei detection using spatial transcriptomics data from Berkeley, enhancing understanding of tumor biology
- Identified predominant localization of copper within tumors, correlating with pathways related to immune response and activation, contributing to insights on tumor microenvironment interactions
Research Assistant/Biostatistician
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
Hanover, New Hampshire
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Utilized R to identify high-risk patient characteristics in longitudinal cohort study of New England stroke patients
- Researched statistical techniques to determine factors influencing recovery of stroke patients in New England
- Found that depression, anxiety, and caregiver stress affect recovery of stroke patients through statistical testing and regression
Independent Research Study
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Developed 'Time to Event' prediction models for COPD readmission status using structured clinical data from Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center data warehouse, enhancing understanding of readmission risk factors.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Biostatistician/Research Assistant Intern
Brown Lab Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
Hanover, New Hampshire
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Identified, analyzed, and preprocessed acute myocardial infarction (AMI) dataset from Vanderbilt University Medical Center, applying Random Forest feature selection to extract significant features for enhancing 30-day readmission risk prediction among hospitalized patients.
- Explored and developed statistical/ML models to predict 30-day readmission status for acute myocardial infarction
- Explored and applied various missing data imputation techniques on AMI dataset to effectively address missing value issues.
- Documented observations and findings from data analysis in presentation and white paper for knowledge sharing.
Data Analyst Intern
Pratt & Whitney, United Technologies
East Hartford, Connecticut
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Developed predictive model for lifetime of military aircraft engine parts, enhancing maintenance planning and operational readiness.
Education
Master of Science - Biostatistics and Epidemiology
Dartmouth College
Hanover, New Hampshire11-2022
Bachelor of Science - Applied Data Sciences, Statistics and Psychology
Penn State University
University Park, Pennsylvania12-2020
Skills
- R
- Python
- SQL
- Data visualization
- Machine learning
- Data preprocessing
- Data modeling
- Data transformation
- Data processing
- Quantitative methods
- Statistical concepts
- Epidemiology techniques
- Geospatial analysis
- Microsoft Excel
- Tableau
- PyTorch
- SAS
- STATA
- Genomic data analysis
- Bioinformatics analysis
- Data acquisition
- Data imaging techniques
- Process improvement
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Data Analyst
Washington County Mental Health Ser
02.2024 - Current
Researcher Assistant
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
01.2023 - 12.2023
Research Assistant/Biostatistician
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
11.2022 - 12.2023
Independent Research Study
09.2022 - 11.2022
Biostatistician/Research Assistant Intern
Brown Lab Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
06.2022 - 08.2022
Data Analyst Intern
Pratt & Whitney, United Technologies
06.2019 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Biostatistics and Epidemiology
Dartmouth College
Bachelor of Science - Applied Data Sciences, Statistics and Psychology
Penn State University