Scientist · Analyst · Developer
At the intersection of molecular biology, biopharmaceuticals, and software engineering. From cancer-research benchwork to GMP analytics to clinical NGS accessioning — bridging the bench and the terminal.
// spotlight
A Discord bot that lets server members search for and explore films without leaving the chat. One slash command pulls live data from TMDB and renders up to four movie posters in an interactive collage embed — complete with clickable navigation buttons.
Built on discord.js with a modular command-and-event architecture, the bot handles missing artwork, empty results, and partial API responses gracefully so the experience stays clean for end users.
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A cross-platform real-time map for Chicago's CTA buses and 'L' trains. A cached Node/Express proxy polls the CTA Bus and Train Tracker APIs every 15 seconds, while an Expo app renders vehicle positions over official GTFS route geometries on Web, iOS, and Android.
Between poll cycles, Turf.js dead-reckoning interpolates each bus forward from its last known heading and speed so markers glide smoothly across the map instead of teleporting every update.
// professional experience
Volunteered as a first responder at sporting events and across campus, providing prompt emergency medical assistance. Collaborated with team members during university events and training, and worked alongside paramedics in response to live emergency calls.
Designed and constructed DNA libraries of genes encoding ubiquitin-modifying enzymes in the USP, OCHL, and OTUB gene families related to stomach cancer. Designed PCR primers and verified products via gel electrophoresis. Cultured HEK293T cells and performed recombinant plasmid transfections for gene expression analysis. Evaluated library accuracy using DNA sequencing and protein analysis via SDS-PAGE and Western Blot.
Conducted in-person interviews with patients to capture habits and physical condition. Administered diagnostic physical tests including the VO₂ Max Test for patients with multiple sclerosis. Organised and analysed patient data in Excel to surface trends in the effect of exercise on MS symptoms.
Performed sample preparation and HPLC analysis to quantitatively measure biopharmaceutical compounds across formulations for stability and analytical testing under GMP specifications. Reviewed and compiled chemical analysis results against SOP acceptance criteria in collaboration with clients. Cross-trained in QA auditing during the pandemic to maintain timely delivery of Certificates of Analysis. Initiated a lab-wide cleanup after identifying incorrect HPLC waste disposal practices.
Provide care and socialisation for rescued animals at a non-profit shelter operating under a No Kill mission. Assist potential adopters in finding the right match, answering questions about adoption procedures and the shelter's mission to support successful placements.
Managed receipt and chain of custody for patient tumor, saliva, and blood cancer samples destined for next-generation sequencing (NGS). Verified patient information and sample integrity, recording data into the enterprise LIMS. Conducted peer reviews to ensure ALCOA+ and GCP documentation compliance. Accessioned 800+ FFPE blocks/month at a 0.03% error rate.
// about me
I'm a scientist and developer with hands-on experience across molecular biology, biopharmaceutical analytics, and clinical lab operations — combined with a genuine passion for building software that makes laboratory and research workflows more efficient.
My career has taken me from constructing DNA libraries and running protein analysis in a cancer-research lab at UIUC, to performing GMP-compliant HPLC assays on drug candidates at PPD (now Thermo Fisher), to accessioning clinical specimens for next-generation sequencing at Tempus AI.
When I'm not at the bench or the keyboard, I'm exploring the intersection of life-science data and code — building tools, automating pipelines, and looking for the next interesting problem to solve.
// skills & tools
A hands-on toolkit built across molecular biology research, GMP biopharmaceutical labs, clinical specimen accessioning, and full-stack development. The focus is on roles where regulated science and software meet.
// projects
Discord bot built with Node.js and discord.js that searches the TMDB API and returns interactive poster collage embeds with button-based navigation.
Cross-platform Expo app that maps live CTA buses and 'L' trains in real time, with Turf.js dead-reckoning interpolation and a cached Node/Express proxy in front of the CTA APIs.
Designed PCR primers and constructed validated DNA libraries for USP, OCHL, and OTUB gene families at the Lin Feng Chen Lab (UIUC), studying ubiquitin-modification pathways implicated in stomach cancer. Library accuracy verified via DNA sequencing, SDS-PAGE, and Western Blot.
Built Python scripts to automate sample tracking, data reformatting, and report generation from Empower chromatography outputs, reducing manual processing time.
// get in touch
Open to laboratory scientist roles, research collaborations, and opportunities where bench science meets software. Drop me a message — I try to respond within 48 hours.