Rich Lysakowski, Ph.D. Email & Phone Number

Building a “deep analytics” performance manager for financial derivatives trading that includes: • Backend and middle tiers to collect, store, wrangle data, and provide QA data reports.• Frontend tier to analyze, visualize, and report performance metrics.• Agents to support users in recommending, executing, managing, and optimizing trading opportunities.• Based on SQL, Python (Jupyter, Pandas, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow), and cloud (Docker, GitHub).

Somerville, Ma, Us

Develop and deliver curriculum and courses for professional certification in Data Science and Analytics with Business and Science Applications (part-time). Provide hands-on training and mentoring to adults on Data Science & Analytics and software applications engineering using accelerated learning techniques, so they quickly learn and apply data science and AI theory, algorithms, design and coding skills for data wrangling, databases, statistics, data mining, data analytics & visualization, statistical machine learning, predictive analytics, Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, and Generative AI. Technologies include the Python ecosystem, R, Julia, SQL, Hadoop, Hive, Spark, and other tools. Business applications of data science, analytics, and AI include finance and trading, real estate, sales and marketing, sentiment analysis, text analysis and Natural Language Processing (NLP), Large Language Models (LLMs), Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPT, ChatGPT, others), business intelligence (BI), and business process improvement. On-demand trainees may also learn analytics as it relates to life sciences (chemistry, genetics, cancer and cell biology, Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), and bioinformatics).

Waltham, Massachusetts, Us

Evaluated, recommended, selected, and implemented commercial laboratory informatics systems (ELN and LIMS). Led the process to write all detailed technical and business requirements. Did detailed business process analysis and workflow mapping essential for Affinia to evaluate and make objective and intelligent vendor selections. I led vendor evaluations and made recommendations for change. I led change management planning, data migration, and system migration processes to help the company move away from legacy systems so the business grows more smoothly. I wrote Python applications and used other tools for migrate legacy data into the new systems. I served as systems administrator for the systems until the main LIMS legacy system was retired. Professional services were delivered through Data Science Maestros LLC and ALKU Staffing.

Basel, Baselstadt, Ch

• Analyzing current data quality, strategy, governance, and process to clean, curate, and deliver data. • Creating PostgreSQL, Excel, Spotfire tools and pipelines to clean and curate Enterprise Portfolio data. • Establishing key metrics and KPIs across R&D teams covering the complete data life cycle.• Specifying global R&D systems for intelligent portfolio data analytics, visualization, and reporting.

Boston, Ma, Us

Predictive Analytics and Data Science Consultant charged with enabling and accelerating the development and adoption of Python, predictive analytics and machine learning in the Business and Actuarial Analytics Group (in Finance) at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts I have developed a unique project-embedded training approach to develop predictive analytics and coding skills in health insurance data analysts and actuaries, enabling them to transition from inefficient methods and tools based on SAS, Excel, and SQL, to modern Python-based analytics development methods creating reusable, process-oriented analytics components. A key objective was to help associates design and execute projects using Agile software engineering methods to solve health insurance business problems. This job leveraged many of my skills and experience as a project manager, process engineer, curriculum developer and trainer, programmer, software engineer, medical and bioinformatics specialist, and analytics consultant.

Senior Process Engineering Business Analyst (BA) for major upgrade project for Foundation Medicine's Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and affiliated applications used for their NGS clinical and companion diagnostics pipeline. FMI's breakthrough diagnostics process first does deep sequencing for all major types of cancer tumors, does best-in-class computational biology and clinical bioinformatics analysis, and then does intelligent medical diagnostics, reporting and recommendations directly to patients and FMI's pharmaceutical, clinical trials, and institutional partners. My Process Engineering BA role included evaluating existing processes, developing detailed specifications and workflows for the new LIMS system, and recommending ways to optimize processes and protocols. Required close collaboration with scientists, business owners, senior management, external partners, vendors, enterprise architects, developers and support, and process engineering staff. My Primary Responsibilities: a) Conducted comprehensive needs analysis for NGS cancer diagnostics lab and business operations. b) Worked with LIMS, CRM, and BI users, developers, operations managers, and business owners to extract and clarify process and application needs; ensured requirements are accurately understood, documented, and implemented so LIMS 2.0 and affiliated software meets current and future operational requirements.c) Developed requirements, specs, use cases, Scrum/Agile user stories, sequence diagrams, BPMN 2.0 process models, flow charts, data models, etc. as needed to clarify, test and implement solutions for the next generation production system.d) Ensured that all documentation meets audit, QA, and Regulatory standards. e) Provided process and operational recommendations.

Developing and applying tools to optimize trading system performance for hedged portfolios of options, futures, derivatives, stocks, and ETFs. (Part-time position).• PM Tasks: Running projects to develop tools to collect, compile, clean, and analyze data and data quality; design and build databases; develop and compile statistical reports and visualizations, and provide interpretation of results.• BA Tasks: Doing client data and workflow requirements analysis and system design documentation.• Coder Tasks: Developing and using proprietary C# and SQL Server applications and algorithms for trading analytics, reporting, simulation, instrument pricing, and recordkeeping for private clients. Exploring the integration and use of Python and PANDAS to provide more advanced analytics and better visualization.

Somerville, Ma, Us

Researching, developing tools, and training on BI state of the art for applications focus in biopharma and biotech R&D, marketing, finance, business operations, process optimization, continuous improvement and other performance optimization applications. Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) certification covers Business Intelligence applications of Microsoft SQL Server 2014, data warehousing (SSIS, SSAS, SSRS), C# and .NET development, PowerBI Desktop, and related BI technologies.

Atlanta, Ga, Us

Short-term contract position for Randstad Technologies at Biogen IDEC in Cambridge. Senior Business Analyst responsible for the Neurology Navigator project, a search-based application using the Sinequa enterprise search engine with an intelligent semantic indexer (SciBite). The system purpose was to accurately index Neurology Research disease data to permit faceted searching, filtering, and retrieval, to retrieve the most relevant data, thereby saving time and money for Research. My job was articulating business, system, and architectural requirements, use cases and user stories, reviewing developer mockups, participating in agile iteration reviews, and managing User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure requirements were met. My job included clarifying details of new technologies for semantic search and departmental collaboration intranets, explaining it to IT and business managers, matching technologies to business requirements, and recommending the architecture and best possible technology solutions, so the business made appropriate project decisions. Senior IT Business Analyst and Project Manager responsible for expanding Oracle iProcurement / SciQuest Enterprise Reagent Management System (ERM) to cover high-throughput screening (HTS) reagents and compounds for chemists in Drug Discovery. I developed the initial project charter and project plan. I captured detailed business and functional requirements and use cases, and developed BPMN 2.0 process flow and UML architecture diagrams.

Shelton, Ct, Us

Scientific Programmer Analyst, Continuous Improvement Team, Senior Principal Manufacturing Engineer.I was scientific programmer, IT business analyst, and project manager on the Continuous Improvement team for PerkinElmer's Boston area reagents manufacturing site. I had direct systems support responsibility (user support and problem solving, DBA, user training) for CodeSoft Labeling applications, Custom Chemicals Quotations System, and the Reagents GMP Batch Records System. I provided technical support for CambridgeSoft eNotebook, PerkinElmer TotalChrom, and IDBS ActivityBase for assay services. I supported manufacturing robotics for the labeling and packaging lines. I installed, upgraded, and validated SQL Server (SSMS, SSAS, PowerPivot, PowerView), SpotFire, Excel/VBA tools, SharePoint applications, Java, and BizAgi. I routinely solved computer and automated machine problems, improved systems efficiency, and delivered Just In Time training to machine operators, scientists, line managers, and sales support staff to build skills. As Business Analyst, I used BABOK methods (project scoping, process mapping, gap analysis, UML and EERD models) to identify emerging needs, elicit user stories and use cases, organize, extract, validate, and prioritize features and functional requirements in the product backlog. As programmer, I used Agile methods to manage development and work with users until requirements were met. As a Continuous Improvement Engineer, I applied Lean Six Sigma principles (primarily process mapping, Pareto analysis, and 5S) to streamline daily operations.

Paris, France, Fr

Provided R&D business analysis and strategic advice, managed projects, developed and tested applications, trained and supported users, developed and revised SDLC documentation and training presentations, and provided hands-on systems admin and development support for several technologies in the R&D application portfolio. I had primary responsibility for rollout of Biology ELN applications (Agilent OpenLAB ELN) and E-storage solutions (Agilent OpenLAB SDMS) for discovery research. Worked directly with end users to do requirements analysis and documentation, write and execute User Acceptance Testing (UAT) scripts, and provide Just-In-Time (JIT) training for US and European users and other services as needed to meet current business needs. I also built the ELN Configuration Catalog for ELN template management.

Boston, Massachusetts, Us

Very interesting strategic IT support role in Biopharma, Biotech, and Diagnostics groups doing Lab Informatics application development, user and system administration, project management, and user training. Focused mostly on the Agilent's OpenLAB Electronic Laboratory Notebook implementation. Used TOAD for Oracle, PL/SQL for DBA work, JavaScript, Java, and Excel for applications development.I also "owned" and managed almost all aspects of the EMD Millipore project to plan, implement, validate, and train 85 new users on the OpenLAB Electronic Laboratory Notebook. Worked closely with VP business owner, IT program manager, scientific and engineering group leaders, scientists, and other major stakeholders to ensure project was a success.

Experienced R&D market engineer, informatics consultant and senior program manager in technology leadership, software engineering, business development, marketing, and services delivery in life sciences, healthcare, chemical, and financial trading industries. Highly skilled multi-disciplinary professional with an excellent track record of exceeding goals. Masterful in creating and leading high-performing teams to deliver successful solutions that simplify complex requirements and delight stakeholders. Use Agile teams and communication technology to deliver and support best-of-breed technology solutions that improve performance of R&D and healthcare businesses. Specialties are:A) Solution specification, selection, development, application, and support for R&D, Quality Assurance, and manufacturing in biopharma, energy, healthcare, and finance industries.B) Electronic Laboratory Notebooks (ELNs), eRecords, LIMS, scientific and medical databases, workflow management, scientific and financial analytics and reporting.C) Regulatory system validation and standards compliance (FDA-21CFR11, HHS Electronic Patient Health Records, digital signatures for industrial patents, others).D) Expert technology research and consulting, systems development and integration, and support. E) Team project communication and management. Responsibilities:1) Support clients to develop or refine vision, strategy, implementation, support, and training for R&D informatics programs. 2) Develop software solutions with ELNs, LIMS, data warehousing, data mining, analytics and reporting tools.3) Lead, manage, and support Agile project-based teams of executives, researchers, engineers, and IT staff in system selection, development, and implementation. This includes requirements engineering, financial justification, RFPs, installation, configuration, training, and support. 4) Assist vendors to specify, develop, test, and refine software products, strategies, and marketing messages.

Us

Intensive part-time two-year training and development program to develop greater skills to create, manage, lead, and coach individuals and teams of people from all business sectors including industrial, academic, and government. The program emphasized very effective business, personal, and project communication methods to cause high performance in individuals and teams. My results are the power to create high levels of successes in business and software development team projects in scientific and financial trading applications.The educational format is informative, transformative, and confronting. We learned to confront and transform ourselves and others and keep raising levels of performance by enhancing the areas of strength and excellence, and overwriting weakness.Specific Training Courses Completed: Landmark Forum, Advanced Course, Communication - Access to Power, Communication - Power to Create, Advanced Communication, Creating Happiness Seminar Communicator, Self-Expression and Leadership, and the Wisdom Course.

Profitsteady was a private equity firm that developed and applied proprietary quantitative trading systems for its private clients. The software tools created significant performance edges over large institutions and hedge funds for a diverse set of trading strategies for equities, options, commodities and index futures. The firm’s private clients enjoyed positive alpha returns uncorrelated with broad market indexes. Accomplishments: • Designed and developed proprietary application system for trading systems performance analytics, backtesting, management, recordkeeping, and reporting. Software was used in production trading applications. • Focus was developing and enhancing algorithms to optimize performance of trading systems used for portfolios of options, futures, synthetic derivatives, and equities.

Trading specialist, skills trainer, and coach for Profitsteady, Inc.

Cambridge, Ma, Us

Led BioELN selection and pilot-to-deployment project for Millennium Pharma Discovery. Developed project strategy and plan for analysis, prototyping, selection, and deployment.Collaborated with cancer biologists to create detailed workflow and data flow analysis to characterize their daily experimental work.Worked on a team with in-house developers to create prototype ELN examples in two different ELNs for four cancer biology groups. These prototypes helped the scientists and managers select the ELN for in-house production applications.

Organized and led government-industry-academic collaboration to identify common needs for the Quality Electronic Recordkeeping Practice Standards (Q-ERPS).Secured $400,000 funding from government and industry sources to develop the Q-ERPS.Hired, trained, and supervised R&D staff to research and publish the Q-ERPS. Personally wrote and edited sections of the Q-ERPS. Disseminated "the Quality Electronic Records Practice Standards" (Q-ERPS) throughout industry and government agencies.

TeamScience, Inc. was a systems engineering and consulting firm, specializing in Electronic Laboratory Notebooks (ELNs), electronic records; LIMS; analytical chemistry and bioinformatics tools. We helped clients to select and implement advanced IT and automation systems for use in R&D. Clients included Pfizer, Air Products and Chemicals, Abbott Laboratories, Parke Davis / Warner Lambert, SmithKline Beecham, and other pharma and chemical companies.CENSA acquired the major assets of TeamScience in 2000. TeamScience was dissolved in 2004 to focus on CENSA's market engineering activities.Major Accomplishments: • Commissioned $120,000 from 10 biopharma and chemical companies for R&D Team Computing Study. CENSA licensed this IP to generate > $4M revenue (1996-2001). • Led “The R&D Team Computing Study” (1995-1997) to research the legal, regulatory, technical, and social requirements and test commercial products for advanced informatics platforms for R&D and testing. • Created and taught short courses on “Electronic Lab Notebooks and R&D Knowledge Management” for American Chemical Society, LIMS Institute, and other venues. Included software teaching lab support.

Ph.D., Physical / Analytical Chemistry And Laboratory Automation

Bachelors Degree, Chemistry

Computer Science, Business Intelligence, Analytics, And Reporting

Professional Certificate, Ai, Data Science, Analytics, And Databases