Summary
Analytical professional with expertise in Python and SQL. Developed a specialized database that improved data access and research efficiency. Implemented Epic Health System models to enhance clinical research collaboration and optimize patient data management. Focused on leveraging technical skills to support impactful initiatives.
Skills
oData analysis
oData management
oData science
oMachine Learning
oData Visualization
oData Manipulation
oStatistical analysis
oLarge dataset manipulation
oPython
oR
oSQL
oMATLAB
oMathematica
oNumPy library
oPandas library
oMatplotlib library
oPyTorch library
oEpic systems: Cogito, Caboodle, and Clarity
oREDCap database
oResearch collaboration
oProblem solving
oTime management
oMathematical Skills
oPresentation Skills
oCommunication Skills
oArtificial Intelligence
oAzure Machine Learning
oDatabricks
Experience
Instructor – Research and Database Management 6/2024 - present
Penn Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine: Department of Neurosurgery
Philadelphia, PA
Developed novel database for Department of Neurosurgery using SQL and Python integrated with Epic, enhancing data management capabilities.
Further use of SQL and Python to acquire data in various capacities for faculty for the Department of Neurosurgery, increasing access to data in a timely manner.
Achieved accreditation in Cogito, Caboodle, and Clarity Data Models through coursework and exams with Epic Health Systems.
Uploaded retrospective and prospective Neurosurgery surgical patient cases and details of interest to REDCap Database on a periodic basis.
Data Analyst 11/2021 – 6/2024
Penn Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine: Department of Neurosurgery
Philadelphia, PA
Managed and refined large sets of patient data to support neurosurgeons, residents, clinical researchers, and medical students in research projects using MS Office, Python, R, SQL, Epic, and REDCap.
Use SQL to retrieve datasets of interest from Clarity, Caboodle, and Chronicles Data Models within Epic.
Developed functions for data extraction from analytics reports in Python, enhancing data retrieval process.
Assisted in manuscript publication and provided analytical support for research projects and publications.
PhD Student/Graduate Teaching Assistant 9/2017 – 6/2022
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA
Achieved TA Excellence Award Finalist recognition in 2019 and received the award in 2020 for exceptional support to students.
Honored with Continued Excellence in Teaching Assistance Award in 2021 and 2022 for commitment to student success and engagement.
Recognized as Al Herr Teaching Assistant Award Recipient in 2021 for outstanding contributions to academic support and student learning.
Partnered with faculty to design and implement curriculum and assessment strategies, enhancing overall course effectiveness.
Created instructional resources that improved student engagement and learning outcomes.
Data Analyst 6/2021 – 8/2021
Tanzen Medical Inc.
Remote
Collaborated with Tanzen Medical Inc. during 8-week internship to process, analyze, and present heart rate variability data, investigating correlations with sleep data.
Utilized Python packages to develop functions that generated key metrics from raw heart rate data across numerous subjects.
Utilized statistical software packages in Python to interpret complex datasets and generate actionable insights.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop data-driven reports for decision-making.
Education
Ph.D in Mathematics (3.99 GPA) 9/2017 - 6/2022
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA
Coursework in all fields of Mathematics, with an emphasis on Differential Equations and Numerical Analysis.
Dissertation work in Mathematical Neuroscience, specifically in studying the stability of Traveling Front Solutions using numerical analysis and integro-differential equations.
TA Excellence Award Finalist in 2019, recipient in 2020.
Continued Excellence in Teaching Assistance Award recipient in 2021 and 2022.
Al Herr Teaching Assistant Award Recipient in 2021.
SIAM Drexel Chapter President during 2019-2020 school year; Certificate of Recognition Recipient 2021.
M.A. in Mathematics (4.0 GPA) 8/2015 - 5/2017
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ
●Coursework in all fields of Mathematics, with an emphasis on graduate-level analysis.
●Completed while teaching high school Mathematics full-time.
B.A. in Mathematics, B.A. in Secondary Education (3.87 GPA) 8/2010 - 5/2014
La Salle University
Philadelphia, PA
Class of 2014 Mathematics Award Recipient
Mathematics Supplemental Instruction Leader
Mathematics Department Tutor
Professional Training and Relevant Skills
Experience generating, manipulating, and making inferences with large data sets in several programming languages, such as Python, SQL, MATLAB, R, Mathematica, etc.
Extremely personable with a long history of teaching experience and presenting complex ideas to unfamiliar audiences in a relatable manner.
Efficient self-learner and highly motivated to learn real-world applications of my mathematical and communication skills, including new coding languages and data analysis software.
Internship Network in the Mathematical Sciences, 01/21 - 08/21
Boot camp sessions for use of Python, R, and Machine Learning using Gurobi.
Certifications
Epic: Cogito Certificate #: 416800370 1/23/2023
Epic Data Models: Caboodle Certificate #: 416800371 2/6/2023
Epic Data Models: Clarity Certificate #: 416800372 2/20/2023
Microsoft: Foundations of AI and Machine Learning 3/24/2026
oCertificate #: QYK547F3JMQQ
Teaching Experience
University Level
●Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA 9/2017-6/2022
●La Salle University, Philadelphia, PA 6/2017-9/2020
●Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ 9/2017-6/2022
●Camden County College, Blackwood, NJ 9/2017-5/2020
High-School Level
●Haddon Heights High School, Haddon Heights, NJ 9/2015-6/2017
●Willingboro High School, Willingboro, NJ 9/2014-6/2015