Resume

Summary of Qualifications

  • Neurobiologist with seven years of research experience

  • Developed novel protocols and tools to investigate neurobiology and behavior of new model organism

  • Expert in behavior analysis using Python, R, and command line tools

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills: strong track record of scientific presentation, teaching, and mentorship

  • Skilled and passionate about science communication: 3D animation, scientific illustration, and writing

Recent Experience

PhD Candidate, Columbia University

Fall 2017 - Spring 2024

  • Research neurobiology of visually-driven aggression in Betta splendens (Siamese Fighting Fish)

  • Created a pipeline for automated behavioral analysis

  • Built animations to stimulate aggression

  • Developed methods for manipulating neural circuitry underlying behavior

  • Trouble shot methods of calcium imaging in Betta through viral injection and transgenics

Science Communicator, multi-media

2015 - Present

Science Writer, The ObG Project

  • Provide accessible and trusted medical information to Obstetricians and Gynecologists via mobile friendly platforms

  • Write daily column of relevant basic and clinical study synopses

Freelance Illustrator

  • Design scientific illustrations to communicate key concepts in cutting-edge research

Animator, The PhDish

  • Created 3D animation to visualize the molecular pathway linking stress and hairloss.

Education

PhD, Neurobiology and Behavior, Columbia University

2017-2024; GPA: 4.3

BA, Neuroscience, Behavior Concentration (Psychology), Barnard College

2013-2017; GPA: 3.9

Professional Certificate, UX Design, Google

2023-Present; In-Progress