Freelance bioinformatician with experience in- genome assembly and annotation- gene expression and gene regulation analysis - phylogenetics and gene evolution- protein structure and functional analysisAdditional skills- critically evaluating subject content and crafting testable hypothesis- experience in grant writing and project management- Access to computational resources required for most bioinformatic analyses More information can be found at my website: www.analyticalgenomics.org

As senior geneticist for PSI I utilize a variety of genetics tools and approaches for improving our understanding of shellfish biology and aquaculture. Projects proposals have included approaches such as:- Analyzing differential gene expression data to look for signs of stress and adaptation- Creating chromosome scale genome assemblies and annotations as a genetic resource for future research- utilizing lcWGS data from geographic and environmentally diverse populations to look for signs of selection in shellfish populations

- Develop bioinformatic pipelines for analysis of genomic data- Design and implement protocols for pear tissue culture- Train new employees on workplace safety- keep lab chemical and consumable inventory and re-order when supplies are low- Perform routine molecular genetics workflows such as primer design, PCR, and gel electrophoresis

Thesis title: Sequencing, Assembling, and Annotating the genome of the sea cucumber Apostichopus californicusUsed bioinformatics tools to - create genome assemblies and check their quality - generate gene models - functionally annotate the genome and identify genes of interest

- Trained on and supervised collection of commercial salmon catch and biological data in Excursion Inlet, Alaska- Fostered and Maintained a professional relationship with processing plant employees and fishermen- Collected biological samples and data such as fish scales, salmon heads for otolith extraction, fish species and length, tagged chinook, and pink sex ratio that is critical to fishery management

- Lived and Worked on crab fishing vessels for extended periods of time- Collected biological data such as crab count, length, sex, health, and species found in crab pots- Developed and sustained professional working relationships with crew and captain- Maintained safe working conditions while out at sea

• Collected marine organisms for aquarium display of the local aquatic diversity using SMURF, minnow traps, and beach seining.• Supervised aquarium volunteers and aquarium operation including water chemistry testing, daily protein removal, feeding, and water changes.• Assisted with fecal coliform collection, cell culture, eelgrass biomass monitoring, plankton analysis, and survey of Zostera marina and Zostera japonica distribution using GPS/GIS • Collaborated and assisted with public education programs.

• Collaborated with other instructors and implemented new curriculum such as environmental games.• Engaged kids ages 6-14 in outdoor activities such as tide pooling and games.• Consulted with parents on scheduling and ensured students were properly outfitted.