Michelle Pyle Email & Phone Number

Guelph, Ontario, Canada

- Conduct analysis of high throughput long-read sequence data for internal and external collaborators for purpose of releasing data to the Barcode of Life Database- Doubled the processing capacity from ~55 000 specimens to ~110 000 specimens weekly by developing new tools for direct data downloads and quality control investigations- Report on quality control parameters like contamination, sequence success, and control well failure to ensure that sequences released to the public meet database quality standards- Collaborate with researchers from the Wellcome Sanger Institute (UK) to develop their PacBio Sequel data workflow and improve on my own methods in order to streamline the data pipeline and improve analysis capacity

Guelph, Ontario, Canada

- Ensured that arriving samples were connected to accompanying data in our laboratory information system (LIS), and reconciled any errors through communication with partners- Monitored data entry and flow through the LIS to ensure records were accurate through processing and reporting steps, investigated discrepancies between expected and observed flow of data - Coordination and management of key performance indicators, preparing and presenting reports to the COO, identifying non-conforming events that require investigation and process improvement- Prepared new standard operating procedures (SOPs) with an ISO 15189 framework and deployed processes to improve efficiency and quality, e.g. Increasing sample storage capacity by 30%, reducing biohazardous waste in the accessioning lab by 15%, designing a delivery tracking process to allow accurate tracking of turnaround time (TAT)

Guelph, On

- Coordinates Lifescanner kit shipping and receiving, processes incoming samples for DNA sequencing- Liaises between project managers, partners, and clients to organize STEM education campaigns, eg. Let’s Talk Science- Fish Market Survey, and citizen science initiatives

Guelph, On

- Prepares approximately 5000 specimens weekly for DNA sequencing and archiving, including identifying specimens to taxonomic groups, tissue sampling, databasing, and following voucher recovery protocols - Conducts sequencing editing for records flagged as having potential errors, using a variety of scientific software - Contributes to large scale biomonitoring initiatives including the Global Malaise Trap Program and Arctic BioScan

Pickering, Ontario

- Prepares weekly signage to promote sales, performs down stocking reports, price audits, and suspended prices reports to ensure customers know the most up-to-date price for products- Assists customers in all aspects of shopping needs, including product selection, preparation, and loading of merchandise- Promotes brand loyalty through positive and enthusiastic interactions, being perceptive of needs, giving knowledgeable guidance, and encouraging use of helpful features on the Lowe’s website and app- Complies with Lowe’s policies, procedures, and vision

2691 Markham Rd, Scarborough On

- Provide administrative support for interior design firm; answer phones, strengthen customer service relationships, assess hours required to complete client projects, schedule projects to meet deadlines, update designer records for each project, and maintain database and manual records- Produce materials for design products, including curtains and drapes; measure needed materials, sew material and linings, and ensure product quality

Guelph, Ontario

- Served as graduate teaching assistant for Arctic Ecology Field Course, Discovering Biodiversity, and Evolution; administered lectures to ~1.5k students, provided individual tutoring, and graded all written assignments, including homework, exams, essays, lab work, and performance- Instructed ~200 students in lab seminars and field activities, including lab exercises, and lab and field safety

Guelph On

- Collaborated with Ph.D. candidate to photograph and sample tissue of plankton from Arctic, Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, and Great Lakes in Canada; chose samples for DNA sequencing to identify invasive species and species diversity

Master’S Degree, Msc Integrative Biology- Ecology And Evolutionary Biology

Macroecological Trends and Diversity in sub-Arctic Terrestrial and Aquatic Environments - Performed targeted and general sampling.

Bachelor Of Science (Hons) - Bsch, Marine And Freshwater Biology, Gis