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Nilofar A. Kazi

Germantown,MD
Nilofar A. Kazi

Summary

Analytical and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in health research, data management, and institutional reporting. Skilled in statistical analysis, data visualization, and process optimization, with a growing focus on machine learning and applied analytics. Passionate about leveraging data-driven insights to improve outcomes in healthcare and education.

Overview

13
years of professional experience

Work History

Mclean School of MD

Database Manager & Registrar
07.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Manage and maintain the school’s student information system (Blackbaud), ensuring data accuracy and integrity across academic, enrollment, and attendance records for 600+ K–12 students.
  • Design, generate, and analyze reports and dashboards for academic leadership to identify trends in grades, enrollment, attendance, and graduation requirements.
  • Oversee data workflows between internal systems and external platforms, optimizing transcript and grade reporting for college counseling.
  • Streamline and standardize data entry, scheduling, and reporting processes, improving efficiency and accuracy across three school divisions.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with academic and administrative teams to resolve data inconsistencies and ensure compliance with institutional and accreditation standards.
  • Administer user roles, access permissions, and data governance policies, maintaining system security and confidentiality of student information.
  • Lead project management for Upper School scheduling and data migration, ensuring accurate course configurations and academic recommendations.
  • Utilize Excel and SIS reporting tools to produce trend analyses, honor roll summaries, and enrollment statistics that support institutional decision-making.
  • Develop and maintain automated publication timelines for report cards and transcripts to ensure consistent and timely data delivery.

Kazi Consulting LLC

Owner, Managing Member
04.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Provide research consulting services and analyze information about organizations' focal populations, stakeholders, funding, service, and policy landscapes so that organizations can make informed decisions about programming, resource allocation, and advocacy strategies.
  • Manage startup of SAK Inc., home improvement company servicing the DMV area.

Mclean School of MD

Associate Institutional Researcher & Administrative Assistant
10.2022 - 07.2023

Job overview

  • Supported daily academic operations and managed student records for the Middle School division.
  • Conducted data analysis projects examining student performance, behavior, and admission outcomes to identify factors linked to academic success.
  • Compiled and visualized trend reports on grades, infractions, and enrollment to inform division and admissions decisions.
  • Collaborated with school leadership to translate data insights into actionable strategies for student support and retention.
  • Analyzed data using statistical software to support research findings and recommendations.

The Center for Innovative GYN Care

Director of Education & Community Outreach
03.2020 - 04.2021

Job overview

  • Managed and lead the startup of a wellness center: recruitment, budgeting, marketing and program planning.
  • Monitored, planned and developed community education and outreach programs through collaboration with the Research Department and Marketing Department.
  • Collaborated with local women’s health organizations to implement gynecological health education initiatives in the community.
  • Implemented virtual outreach programs via social media live videos.
  • Created and presented education presentations on GYN conditions to internal staff and external stakeholders.
  • Developed research projects for best practices in gynecological care.
  • Conducted quantitative and qualitative data analysis on patient demographics, surgical complication rates and patient satisfaction using specialized software, including SPSS Statistics, Excel and Google Sheets.
  • Prepared materials for submission to peer reviewed journals, granting agencies, and foundations.
  • Managed 2 data abstracters and 1 research assistant.
  • Rockville, MD
  • Led training sessions to enhance staff knowledge of innovative GYN care practices.
  • Developed and implemented educational programs aligned with organizational goals.

The Center for Innovative GYN Care

Research Associate
12.2016 - 02.2020

Job overview

  • Conducted literature reviews on gynecological disorders and procedures.
  • Presented monthly research data overview for all new employees.
  • Created a comprehensive Research Department training manual for all new team members.
  • Assisted with conceptualization of study design, subject recruitment & administration of informed consent.
  • Managed and collected data for over 2000 patient cases of a GYN surgery center and a local community-based hospital.
  • Coordinated with VP of Research to design, manage and conduct study designs and objectives.
  • Performed study subject recruitment and served as a patient liaison to the VP of Research and other surgeons.
  • Conducted quantitative and qualitative data analysis on patient demographics, surgical complication rates and patient satisfaction through SPSS Statistics and Excel.
  • Conducted routine data verification and quality control, ensuring data integrity and consistency with prescribed study protocol.
  • Performed interviews and focus groups with patients, in strict in accordance with predetermined interview protocol, data collection procedures, and documentation standards.
  • Lead the production of manuscripts for submission to peer reviewed journals and grant agencies through preparation of abstracts, study graphics and editing.

The Center for Innovative GYN Care

Administrative Assistant
08.2016 - 11.2016

Job overview

  • Managed office duties including compiling patient data and records, coordinating with medical team, maintaining schedules of medical team, checking-in patients for surgeries, and performing insurance verification.
  • Trained administrative staff on all office processes, enhanced training protocol for efficiency.
  • Rockville, MD

University of Maryland, School of Public Health

Teaching Assistant
08.2015 - 06.2016

Job overview

  • Managed class activities for Public Health Biology and Public Health Genomics.
  • Collaborated with the course professor in creating a total of 7 assignments and 3 exams for both classes.
  • Proctored and graded all assignments for 50 students.
  • Provided study sessions 3 times a month throughout the semester for students.
  • Rockville, MD

Center for Academic Success (CAS)

Student Office Assistant
09.2014 - 05.2015

Job overview

  • Performed all administrative duties and managed scheduling for office writing consultants.
  • Prepared worksheets for students on proper research techniques and APA citations.

Manipal University

Student Intern
01.2015 - 01.2015

Job overview

  • Identified community level needs for health promotion and disease prevention in India.
  • Developed cross cultural sensitivity through attending class and interacting with locals in Manipal.
  • Actively participated in daily field studies, examining the health infrastructure in India.
  • Collaborated with UMCP students in presenting on the Public Health Infrastructure and Practice in the U.S to the public health faculty and students in Manipal University.
  • Manipal, India

Ch.A.M.P (Children Achieving Maximum Potential)

Intensive Individualized Support Services Therapist
01.2013 - 01.2015

Job overview

  • Implemented monthly goals from a treatment plan for autistic boy, age 14, three days a week.
  • Enhanced verbal and non-verbal communication skills using Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) techniques.
  • Promoted greater independence in daily living using positive behavior reinforcement strategies.
  • Encouraged social integration and responsible behavior through focused community outings.
  • Facilitated comprehension and critical thinking during academic tutoring sessions.

Universities at Shady Grove: Center for Academic Success

Guided Study Session Leader (GSS)
09.2014 - 12.2014

Job overview

  • Facilitated weekly Global Health study sessions for students in a collaborative learning environment.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans, preparing students future exams.
  • Explained challenging global & environmental health concepts through the use of different SI learning techniques and activities.

U.S Department of Health & Human Services: HRSA

Student Intern
06.2014 - 08.2014

Job overview

  • Assisted in reviewing and evaluating grant applications for the Healthy Start Program.
  • Conducted literature reviews on breastfeeding practices and safe sleep.
  • Attended senior staff leadership meetings and reported updates to supervisor.
  • Served as a note taker in CoIIN (Collaborative Improvement and Innovation Network) leadership meetings.
  • Assisted CoIIN staffers in preparing materials for the annual CoIIN Infant Mortality Summit.
  • Represented HRSA as a group facilitator and note taker at the annual CoIIN Infant Mortality Summit.

Education

Montgomery College
Rockville, MD

Data Analytics Practitioners Certificate
04.2025

University Overview

  • Continuing Education for Working Professionals
  • 100-hour non-credit course

University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD

B.S. from Public Health Science
05.2015

University Overview

  • Summa Cum Laude
  • GPA: 3.97/4.00

Montgomery College
Rockville, MD

A.S. from Public Health & Pre-Medicine
08.2013

University Overview

GPA: 3.78/4.00

Skills

  • SPSS Statistics
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Python (Beginner)
  • Power BI (Beginner)
  • Data Cleaning & Reporting
  • Data Visualization
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Research Design
  • Database Management
  • Data Governance
  • Project Management
  • Cross-functional Collaboration

Honors And Awards

  • 2017 AAGL Conference: Award for Best Abstract on Basic Science/Research/Education
  • Montgomery County Business Hall of Fame Scholarship 2014
  • Kendall Study Abroad Scholarship 2014
  • Jerry P Wrenn Scholarship 2014
  • UMCP School of Public Health Deans Scholar Award 2015

Publications

  • Choosing the Route of Hysterectomy: The Patient’s Perspective, van der Does L, Kazi N, Baxi R, Haworth L, Published & presented at 2017 AAGL Conference (Washington, DC)
  • Myomectomy: Factors Influencing Patient Decision-Making and Satisfaction, van der Does L, Kazi N, Baxi R, Haworth L, Washington K, Published 2018 in Obstetrics & Gynecology (The Green Journal)
  • Laparoscopic-Assisted Myomectomy with Bilateral Uterine Artery Occlusion/Ligation, MacKoul P, Baxi R, Danilyants N, van der Does L, Haworth L, Kazi N, Published 2018 in Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology
  • A Retrospective Review of Vaginal Cuff Dehiscence: Comparing Absorbable and Nonabsorbable Sutures, MacKoul P, Danilyants N, Sarfoh V, van der Does L, Kazi N, Published 2019 JMIG & presented at International Congress of Gynaecology & Obstetrics in China
  • Laparoscopic-Assisted Myomectomy with Uterine Artery Ligation at the Origin: Outcomes From a Series of 184 Cases, Baxi R, MacKoul P, Danilyants N, van der Does L, Haworth L, Kazi L, Kazi N, Published & presented at 2018 AAGL Conference (Las Vegas, NV)
  • Laparoscopic-Assisted Myomectomy with Reversible Uterine Artery Occlusion: Outcomes From a Series of 404 Cases, Baxi R, MacKoul P, Danilyants N, van der Does L, Haworth L, Kazi L, Kazi N, Published & presented at 2018 AAGL Conference (Las Vegas, NV)
  • Impact of Safety Protocol in an Ambulatory Surgical Setting vs. a Hospital Setting for Laparoscopic-Assisted Myomectomy, Mamik M, Sarfoh V, Kazi N, Touchan F, Haworth L, van der Does L, Danilyants N, Mackoul P, Published & presented at 2019 ASRM Conference (Philadelphia, PA)
  • Risk factors for coexistent leiomyoma and adenomyosis compared to coexistent leiomyoma and endometriosis in patients with symptomatic leiomyoma requiring myomectomy, Mamik M, Touchan F, Kazi N, Sarfoh V, Haworth L, Published and Presented at 2019 ASRM Conference (Philadelphia, PA)
  • Is it Safe to Perform Laparoscopic-Assisted Myomectomy in Morbidly Obese Patients at a Freestanding Ambulatory Surgery Center?, van der Does L, Danilyants N, Touchan F, Kazi N, Published in SLS 2020
  • Prevalence and Risk Factors of Coexisting Endometriosis in Women Undergoing laparoscopic Myomectomy for Symptomatic Leiomyoma and Subfertility, Danilyants N, Mackoul P, van der Does L, Mackoul M, Kazi N, Published in COGI 2020
  • Prevalence and Impact of the “Watchful Waiting” Approach to Managing Fibroids in Women of Reproductive Age, Mackoul P, Danilyants N, van der Does L, Kazi N, Mackoul M, Published in ACOG 2021

Timeline

Database Manager & Registrar

Mclean School of MD
07.2023 - Current

Associate Institutional Researcher & Administrative Assistant

Mclean School of MD
10.2022 - 07.2023

Owner, Managing Member

Kazi Consulting LLC
04.2021 - Current

Director of Education & Community Outreach

The Center for Innovative GYN Care
03.2020 - 04.2021

Research Associate

The Center for Innovative GYN Care
12.2016 - 02.2020

Administrative Assistant

The Center for Innovative GYN Care
08.2016 - 11.2016

Teaching Assistant

University of Maryland, School of Public Health
08.2015 - 06.2016

Student Intern

Manipal University
01.2015 - 01.2015

Student Office Assistant

Center for Academic Success (CAS)
09.2014 - 05.2015

Guided Study Session Leader (GSS)

Universities at Shady Grove: Center for Academic Success
09.2014 - 12.2014

Student Intern

U.S Department of Health & Human Services: HRSA
06.2014 - 08.2014

Intensive Individualized Support Services Therapist

Ch.A.M.P (Children Achieving Maximum Potential)
01.2013 - 01.2015

Montgomery College

Data Analytics Practitioners Certificate

University of Maryland, College Park

B.S. from Public Health Science

Montgomery College

A.S. from Public Health & Pre-Medicine