Paola Carrillo Bustamante
Computational Biologist
Berlin
Summary
Driven computational biologist with more than 10 years of advanced research and analysis experience. Successful in applying quantitative techniques to break down data of infection biology, in particular vector-borne diseases. Skilled multitasker with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Lead of the Theoretical Biology Subunit
Max Planck Institute for Infection Biology
Berlin
11.2019 - Current
- Developed innovative computational frameworks to study malaria epidemiology and evolution
- Contributed to and actively participated in research conception, design and execution to address defined problems.
- Performed scientific research on multiple projects.
- Authored professional scientific papers for publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
- Leveraged interpersonal and communication skills to mentor PhD, graduate and undergraduate students in Vector Biology research from brainstorming areas for potential research through publishing papers on completed projects.
- Collaborated with transcontinental multidisciplinary team members to accomplish research goals.
- Composed grant proposals and raised funds for independent research.
Postdoctoral Researcher
Heidelberg University
Heidelberg
06.2015 - 05.2017
- Conducted independent research on pharmacokinetics during Lassa infections
- Drafted manuscripts and presented findings at major conferences.
- Wrote and published peer-reviewed articles concerning findings and highlighted possible applications for findings.
- Taught a Scientific Programming with R course to students.
Education
Ph.D. - Computational Biology
Utrecht University
Utrecht, The Netherlands 05.2010 - 01.2015
Diplom Ingenieur - Biomedical Engineering
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Karlsruhe, Germany 10.2003 - 07.2009
Skills
Vector Biology Disease Transmission
Accomplishments
One of the 20 Female Science Talents 2022 worldwide by Falling Walls Foundation
Timeline
Lead of the Theoretical Biology Subunit
Max Planck Institute for Infection Biology
11.2019 - Current
Postdoctoral Researcher
Heidelberg University
06.2015 - 05.2017
Ph.D. - Computational Biology
Utrecht University
05.2010 - 01.2015
Diplom Ingenieur - Biomedical Engineering
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
10.2003 - 07.2009