UZEZI OKINEDO
Ph.D Student
Dorchester,MA
Summary
Dedicated candidate eager to put analytical and problem-solving skills to practice in professional setting. Skilled at gathering and analyzing data for research with keen eye for accuracy. Reliable with strong leadership skills for mentoring and supervising students. Flexible with solid adaptability for working in dynamic environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Graduate Assistant
Department of Cell Biology and Genetics
- Teaching day and evening classes
- Research
- Setting and conduct of examinations
- Marking of examination scripts
Teaching Assistant
University of Massachusetts Boston
09.2021 - Current
- Genetics (BIOL 252
Research Assistant
University of Massachusetts Boston
01.2021 - Current
- Investigating domestication-related genome-wide changes in African rice species
- Investigating how local adaptation affects gene network connectivity in silver leaf sunflowers
- Genome-Wide Association Studies and seed phenotyping of USDA rice diversity panel.
Assistant Lecturer
University of Lagos
, Nigeria
11.2020 - Current
- Cell Biology and Cell Physiology tutor
- Provided constructive and timely feedback to students to advise on areas of concern and suggest improvements.
- Developed easy and open rapport with students to encourage engagement and academic progress.
- Initiated and facilitated classroom discussions.
- Met with students during and after office hours to address concerns and offer feedback.
Teaching and Research Assistant
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University
07.2017 - 12.2017
- Characterizing morphological variations in Fonio millets
- Preparation of Laboratory Specimens
- Preparation of course materials
- Grading of assignments, laboratory sessions, and exams
- Proctoring exams
Education
Doctoral - Molecular, Cellular, and Organismal Biology
09.2020 - Current
GPA: 3.625/4.00
Master of Science - Cell, and Molecular Biology
11.2018 - 05.2019
GPA: 4.23/5.00
Bachelor of Science - Cell Biology and Genetics
09.2011 - 05.2015
GPA: 4.67/5.00
Skills
R
Academic research
Tutoring and mentoring
Bash scripting
Genomics
Bioinformatics
Additional Information
- Honorable Mention by Graduate Women in Science (GWIS) National Fellowship (2022).
- Genetics Society of America (GSA) DeLill Nasser Award for Professional Development in Genetics ($1,000) (2022).
- American Association of University Women (AAUW) International Doctoral Fellowship ($20,000) (2022).
- Summer Institute of Statistical Genetics (SISG) Scholarship Recipient (2021)
- EducationUSA Opportunity Fund Scholar (2019). Dr. D.K Olukoya Academic Award of Excellence (2019).
- First Class Honors (2016). University of Lagos Endowment Award for Academic Excellence (2012/2013, 2013/2014, 2014/2015).
- Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries Acknowledgement of Academic Excellence (2013/2014).
- Science Student Fellowship (SSF) Award for Academic Excellence (2012/2013).
Trainings
- Rice Research to Production Course (RR2P) by IRRI Education: This course covered the basics of rice production, an overview of the changes and challenges in the rice industry from production to market, advancements in rice breeding, and new innovations in rice science. (July 16th – August 5th, 2022).
- Research Coordinated Network (RCN) for Evolution in Changing Seas: In this program, the RCN seeks to provide training to students at the undergraduate or graduate level (“mentees”) by participating in lab meetings of a research group that shares their interests. (October 2021 – May 2022).
- University of Washington Summer Institute of Statistical Genetics: A training to strengthen the statistical and genetic proficiency of scholars from all backgrounds. (6th – 17th July 2021).
Timeline
Teaching Assistant - University of Massachusetts Boston
09.2021 - Current
Research Assistant - University of Massachusetts Boston
01.2021 - Current
Assistant Lecturer - University of Lagos
11.2020 - Current
University of Massachusetts - Doctoral, Molecular, Cellular, and Organismal Biology
09.2020 - Current
University of Lagos - Master of Science, Cell, and Molecular Biology
11.2018 - 05.2019
Teaching and Research Assistant - Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University
07.2017 - 12.2017
University of Lagos - Bachelor of Science, Cell Biology and Genetics
09.2011 - 05.2015
Graduate Assistant - Department of Cell Biology and Genetics