Innovative, inquisitive applied researcher with background in engineering, mathematics, life sciences, and over 15 years experience doing interdisciplinary R&D work in industry and academic settings. Expert in quantitative data analysis, scientific research and programming, creatively applying statistical, machine learning, and signal processing methodologies to solve problems from diverse domains. Highly motivated self-starter, self-learner, successful both working independently and collaborating with colleagues. Skilled at building predictive tools for data-driven inference and designing datasets to rigorously evaluate ML model performance. Extensive experience with cross-functional teams, and navigating the interface between research, engineering, and product development. Excellent writer, thoughtful, highly effective communicator, able to present detailed analyses and complex systems to both technical and non-technical audiences by synthesizing relevant concepts into plain English.