Sharon Kahara
Orange,Connecticut
Summary
Accomplished Researcher with a proven track record of peer reviewed scientific publications demonstrating mastery of research development, large fund management, study design, QC for data integrity, data analysis, statistical modeling, interpretation, manuscript development and conference presentations. Authored 16 peer-reviewed publications and taught undergraduate and graduate level classes in Data Analysis and Scientific Writing. Skilled in SAS, R, and data visualization, adept at educating non-statisticians, showcasing exceptional interpretation skills and a results-driven approach.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Professor
University Of New Haven
08.2021 - Current
- Demonstrated professional ability and motivation by crafting, teaching and leading the Data Analysis course in the department of Biology and Environmental Science.
- Authored and co-authored four manuscripts published in peer-reviewed scientific journals, featuring both analysis results and statistical methodology.
- Implemented a QC process for ecological and biological research.
- Conduct sample size calculation. Prepare statistical analysis plans. Carry out data clean and manipulation. Conduct data analysis of clinical, laboratory, survey and device measured data applying standard and non-standard statistical methodology from exploratory analysis to final model building, sensitivity analysis, diagnosis, necessary post-hoc subgroup analysis etc.
- Developed advanced programming and statistical skills through extensive on-the-job use.
- Educated team members without statistical background with basic statistical method and programming.
- Consulted with clinical and laboratory investigators on their needs with respect to statistical design of studies.
Research Associate
California Polytechnic State University, Humboldt
01.2009 - Current
- Validated incoming data to check information accuracy and integrity while independently locating and correcting concerns.
- Managed complex databases to ensure accuracy and accessibility of critical information.
- Presented research findings at industry conferences, increasing visibility for the organization.
- Authored and co-authored multiple peer-reviewed journal articles, establishing expertise in the field.
Education
Ph.D. - Wildlife Management
South Dakota State University
Master of Science - Environmental Science And Technology
Institute For Water Education
Delft, The NetherlandsBachelor of Science - Biology
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Tech.
Skills
- Study designs, sample size calculation
- SAP creation
- Data visualization
- Data mining
- Statistical inference and modeling
- Missing data imputation
- Longitudinal data analysis
- Survival analysis
- Interpretation skills
- SAS (BASE, STAT, MACRO, SQL)
- R
- Advanced MS Excel
Timeline
Assistant Professor
University Of New Haven
08.2021 - Current
Research Associate
California Polytechnic State University, Humboldt
01.2009 - Current
Ph.D. - Wildlife Management
South Dakota State University
Master of Science - Environmental Science And Technology
Institute For Water Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Tech.
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