Postdoctoral research fellowship researching the intersection of hormonal signalling and inflammatory processes. Designed and executed research strategy. Developed and analyzed novel and unique mouse models to study cell signalling and crosstalk in immune cells. Leveraged expertise in high-throughput sequencing data in collaboration with fellow researchers. Additional responsibilities included writing and submitting grant proposals, data analysis and presentation at departmental retreats.

Laboratory of Dr. Stephen Smale. Studies focused on the transcriptional regulation of the innate immune response. Learned basic molecular biology techniques, mammalian cell culture, and high-throughput sequencing technologies.

Teaching assistant for Introduction to Molecular Biology undergraduate course. Responsibilities included exam preparation and grading, preparing and teaching material for discussion sessions, running laboratory sections, designing and grading lab practical examinations, mentoring and tutoring students.