Research Associate
Turlock
- Created, maintained, and assisted in designing collection methods and analytical datasets for data extraction, statistical modeling to support research findings, and troubleshooting issues during analysis utilizing Python and Excel to validate and calculate data formulas.- Prepared reports, summarized, and analyzed data that presented results in a clear and concise manner. These reports were designed for multiple audiences, including the development of clear and effective charts and tables for research teams and conferences, utilizing PyCharts (Python), pivot tables, and other Excel functions.- Data mining turned raw data into useful information, scholarly reports, and datasets to refine and compare models and further the research's purpose.- Attended and participated in two-hour, weekly co-researcher meetings to provide summary reports and evaluate data to measure the effectiveness and plan for areas needing improvement. Designed, maintained, manipulated, and queried specialized databases and information systems to support objectives.- Onboarded a fellow researcher on the concepts, methodologies, and technologies utilized in the research, including technical assistance, programming languages (Python), spreadsheet programs (Excel), and terminology.- Presented data at the 235th American Astronomical Society conference, a global platform attended by over 3,000 faculty, staff, and students from universities all around the world. Presented data/findings and answered questions regarding the modeling of the afterglow of neutron-neutron star merger GW170817 and the predictions of what can be observable in the future.- Co-authored a published academic article with fellow Stanislaus State faculty, Dr. Morsony, and other colleagues in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society journal regarding the aforementioned afterglow research.
