- Contractor working as a biostatistician and data analyst for the CDC Diabetes Surveillance team as part of the Division of Diabetes Translation- Developed data pipelines using R and SQL to curate complex national health survey data, sociodemographic data, and public health surveillance data from disparate data sources for efficient storage and querying.- Evaluated external data sources for data quality and created reproducible pipelines to facilitate identification of data quality issues and monitoring existing data.- Geospatial analysis of trends and patterns in epidemiological diabetes data to identify hotspots of diabetes prevalence across the USA. - Used Azure Databricks to collaboratively develop Bayesian small-area models using data from our Data Lake to identify racial disparities in diabetes-related mortality across the USA. - Generated technical and non-technical reports analyzing trends in diabetes management and prescription medication use as part of a cross-functional team promoting healthy living initiatives.

- Developed ad hoc maps in R and ArcGIS detailing the relative risk of introduction for an invasive insect.- Managed spatial data collection using surveys in ArcGIS FieldMaps and Survey123- Responded to public inquiries received on our pest hotline regarding pests

- Forecasted optimal release locations of a beneficial insect from statistical models (GLMs, mixed-effect, and generalized estimating equations) to target management efforts, improving persistence of populations by 10%.- Predicted the spread of an invasive beetle using GAMs and spatial autoregressive models, which allowed municipalities to plan management activities and cost deferrals.- Used R to perform raster and vector operations, spatial joins, and produce maps of areas with high risk of spread.- Employed non-linear Bayesian regression to using R and Stan to improve insect trap placement efficiency, leading to cost-savings of up to 50%. - Advised other researchers on appropriate experimental design and data analysis based on stated goals.- Designed, executed, and analyzed experiments which provided cross-sectional, time series, and panel data.- Supervised teams of technicians who assisted in executing experiments.- Developed resources for other researchers to facilitate open, repeatable, and reusable research and data practices.

- Teaching Assistant for Insect Biology (ENT 1005, U of MN) (Fall 2018) and Spatial and Temporal Analysis of Ecological Data (ENT 5126, U of MN) (Spring 2020, 2022).- Guest lecturer for Forest Entomology (ENT 4251) (Fall 2019) and R Programming for Technology Applications (DIGA 645A, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota) (Spring 2021).- Developed lectures with specific learning objectives for students.- Delivered some lectures and class activities through synchronous and asynchronous remote instruction during the covid-19 pandemic.- Developed and led laboratory activities.- Students have ranged from first-year undergraduates to graduate-level.

- MS Thesis: Effects of host type and food deprivation on the movement behavior of late-instar larvae of gypsy moth Lymantria dispar (Lepidoptera: Erebidae).- Evaluated the efficacy of regulatory requirements designed to reduce the spread of the invasive moth Lymantria dispar with laboratory and field-based experiments. - Analyzed experimental data using statistical models (ANOVA) and an agent-based simulation, which proved to stakeholders that current practices were sufficient.- Collaborated with industry and government stakeholders to balance business and regulatory needs while managing an invasive insect.

- Communicated with the Minnesota Department of Education and our charter school authorizer on issues related to site administration and management.- Compiled mandatory reports on school progress towards state goals.- Represented the staff of DREAM Technical Academy at the DREAM School Advisory Council and Technical Academies of Minnesota School Board while providing updates on how day-to-day activities support the vision and purpose of the school and district.

- Taught 7th - 12th grade students in a project-based learning environment.- Designed project-based learning curriculum in conjunction with student interests.- Aided students in developing rigorous projects centered on their interests and career aspirations.- Individualized instruction and assistance with each of my sixteen students and saw greatly improved confidence and engagement at school.- Established a teacher-led school and performed administrative duties while serving on the personnel, technology, facilities, and curriculum committee.- Committee responsibilities included hiring and evaluating staff, maintaining and troubleshooting technology, maintaining the building and developing operating procedures, and developing curriculum, evaluating academic results of students, and creating all school interventions.- Coached Youth Energy Summit team and took third place in regional competition.- Represented the technology committee on the DREAM School Advisory Council.

- Teacher member of a faculty-student-teacher summer research trio researching insect communities in prairies in Northeast Iowa.- Developed experiments to compare insect diversity between prairie types.- Collected observational data on insect and plant communities during sampling days.- Duties included identification of insects and plants, analysis of photographs to determine percent floral cover, data entry and organization, and data analysis.- Presented research findings at the Entomological Society of America National Convention in November 2015 and the Day of Insects at the University of Iowa in March 2016.

- Tutored students in biology, chemistry, math, ACT science, and ACT math.- Led to increased performance in school and increased standardized test scores.

- Taught 9th grade integrated life science and 10th grade biology- Worked within existing classroom environment to implement effective standards based lessons.- Co-taught integrated life science for students in special education and low achieving students- Worked closely with co-teacher to implement instructional modifications per student’s IEP or 504 plans.- Differentiated instruction in the regular classroom to include the large proportion of ESL/ELL Somali students and Hispanic students- Cooperated with colleagues to plan lessons and curriculum based on best practices

- Participated in special seminar exploring leadership in education.- Developed science pedagogy based on discussion of science pedagogy literature.- Presented research on using research experience in the classroom at the Iowa Water Conference.

- Collected data for an extensive water quality sampling experiment in Northeast Iowa.- Experiences include regular sampling of waterways to record physical, chemical, and biological parameters of water quality. - Extensive time spent identifying, quantifying, and analyzing macroinvertebrate samples taken from the watershed and determining E. coli concentrations.- Managed and analyzed data using Microsoft Excel, R, and IBM SPSS statistical package.- Presented results of research at the Iowa Water Conference at Iowa State University in 2012 and 2013.- Trained new members of the lab on proper sampling technique and analysis.- Maintained, cleaned, calibrated, and repaired lab equipment including micropipettes, compound microscopes, and stereomicroscopes.- Inventoried chemical stocks for the biology department.- Published research results in Environmental Monitoring and Assessment.

- Preparation of materials for laboratory activities.

- Handled day to day sales and responsibilities.- Recommended books based on relevant interests.- Organized, ordered, and checked inventory.- Provided dedicated customer service.

- Provided direct, in-home care for individuals with intellectual disabilities.- Developed programming to enrich the lives of clients and facilitate integration with the community.- Aided clients in developing and learning life skills based on ability levels.

- Performed controlled pollination on corn plants for research.- Required detailed attention to every corn plant in assigned rows to search for developing shoots and tassels shedding pollen.