Pierre Fwelo
Research associate and program manager
Houston,United States
Summary
Demonstrated success in public health project and team management, including epidemiology, statistical analysis and literature reviews. Skilled in technical writing, surveillance and field research. Results-driven and proactive with a diligent, responsive and resourceful nature.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Research associate and program manager
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Center of Health Promotion
03.2021 - Current
- Collaborates with over 100 local and state stakeholders to develop and implement interventions to reduce the burden of diabetes in vulnerable populations.
- Established patients' recruitment, enrolment, and logistical guidelines to help maintain adherence to the diabetes intervention.
- Performs statistical analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of the intervention in preventing diabetes.
Case Investigator/Contact tracer lead
Office of Public Health Practice & Engagement-UTHealth School of Public Health
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Conducted COVID-19 case investigation to capture the medical history, symptoms, and exposed contacts of positive cases to control the spread of the virus
- Assisted in quality assurance monitoring to ensure proper data collection and entry
- Helped coordinate schedules and provided daily remote supervision and troubleshooting for the contact tracing team
Epidemiologist
Genesee County Health Department
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Conducted epidemiological surveillance, investigation, and data interpretation aimed at controlling and mitigating the impact of the Flint water crisis on 14,000 children less than 14 years old.
- Monitored sexually transmitted diseases trends in Genesee County.
- Advised the department continuously of potential or active epidemic trends and disease patterns, their characteristics, possible causes, and potential remedial actions
Teaching Assistant
University of Kentucky, Department of Chemistry
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Taught weekly pre-lab lectures on chemistry concepts through group experiments, assignments, and administering exams
- Served the needs of over 60 students by answering questions, resolving student concerns, and providing additional assistance with concepts and course materials
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by sanitizing hazardous areas, instructing students on safety protocols, and completing accident reports
Research Learner/ Research Assistant
College of Public Health - University of Kentucky
05.2018 - 12.2018
- Analyzed research data and scientific literature to build knowledge and explore the association between metabolic syndrome and the risk of prostate cancer
- Identified targeted population in the HCUP-NIS data using various ICD-9 codes and measurements to obtain accurate information for the research.
- Conducted qualitative and quantitative statistical analyses using SAS software to assess the racial disparities in hospitalization outcomes among prostate cancer patients by metabolic syndrome status
Biochemist/Research learner
Department of Physiology - University of Kentucky
05.2016 - 01.2018
- Cooperated with four colleagues to examine the impact of genetic variations of ion channels (proteins) on the onset of Long QT syndrome heart disease
- Prepared solutions and instruments to perform various biochemical techniques such as mutagenesis, cell culturing, and patch clamp
- Monitored the electrocardiogram (ECG) of genetically modified mice to detect the onset of long QT syndrome
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Epidemiology
08.2023
Master of Public Health - Epidemiology
05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology
05.2016
Skills
- Managing Program Activities
- Program Framework
- Disease prevention
- Supplier Management
- Infectious Disease Response
- Data Analysis
- Training and Development
- Clinical Research
- Statistical Programming
- Data Extraction
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Research associate and program manager - The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Center of Health Promotion
03.2021 - Current
Case Investigator/Contact tracer lead - Office of Public Health Practice & Engagement-UTHealth School of Public Health
10.2020 - 03.2021
Epidemiologist - Genesee County Health Department
09.2019 - 08.2020
Research Learner/ Research Assistant - College of Public Health - University of Kentucky
05.2018 - 12.2018
Teaching Assistant - University of Kentucky, Department of Chemistry
01.2018 - 05.2019
Biochemist/Research learner - Department of Physiology - University of Kentucky
05.2016 - 01.2018
University of Texas Health Science Center At Houston - Doctor of Philosophy, Epidemiology
University of Kentucky - Master of Public Health, Epidemiology
University of Kentucky - Bachelor of Science, Biology
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