Carmen Rowland
Denver
Summary
Results-driven research professional adept at leveraging extensive experience in data collection, analysis, and interpretation to drive meaningful outcomes. Recognized for strong commitment to collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments, ensuring high-quality research deliverables. Expertise in statistical analysis, research design, and technical writing, combined with proactive approach to problem-solving.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Research Associate
University of Colorado AMC
02.2024 - Current
- Design and execute experiments using qPCR, western blotting, immunofluorescent microscopy, plate-based assays, mammalian cell culture, and NGS library preparation
- Conduct statistical data analysis with Prism, R, Python, and Excel to investigate lobular breast cancer, driving novel insights into molecular characteristics and therapeutic responses
- Execute and manage single-cell RNA sequencing and bioinformatic analysis (R-programming), delivering insights that inform ongoing research and experimental directions
- Apply data visualization, technical writing, and communication skills to translate experimental findings into clear, impactful presentations for scientific audiences
- Maintain detailed documentation for experimental transparency and reproducibility
- Publications: Sottnik et al Co-regulator activity of Mediator of DNA Damage Checkpoint 1 (MDC1) is associated with DNA repair dysfunction and PARP inhibitor sensitivity in lobular carcinoma of the breast Doi:10.1101/2023.10.29.564555
Engineering Capstone Project
Colorado State University
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Led design and development of an epinephrine delivery mechanism, integrating process engineering and computational modeling
- Authored an FDA-style New Drug Application report detailing design parameters, preclinical testing plans, and cGMP compliance
- Prioritize project milestones by identifying key tasks and utilizing software tools (MATLAB, Aspen, JMP) to optimize analysis and reporting
R&D Biomedical Engineering Intern
Medtronic Inc
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Led process standardization initiatives with cross-disciplinary teams, identifying and resolving inconsistencies across manufacturing sites, establishing a new standard for product consistency
- Optimized pharmaceutical coating procedures, reducing time-to-completion by 15% while maintaining consistent drug loading and sterility standards
- Maintain sterility protocols in a cleanroom environment, ensuring cGMP compliance and experimental accuracy
- Leveraged advanced software (MATLAB, Minitab) to drive data accuracy, ensuring robust analysis and reliability of experimental results
Education
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences & Biotechnology
University of Colorado
Denver05-2025
Graduate Certificate - Research Management & Compliance
University of Colorado
Denver, CO05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Chemical & Biological Engineering
Colorado State University
05-2023
Skills
- Advanced laboratory techniques
- Statistical data analysis
- Technical & scientific writing
- Bioinformatics & computational modeling
- CGMP compliance & regulatory standards
- Data visualization & presentation
- Process optimization
- SOP development & implementation
- Design of experiments
- Cleanroom protocols
- Cross-disciplinary communication
- QPCR
- Western Blotting
- Mammalian Cell Culture
Timeline
Professional Research Associate
University of Colorado AMC
02.2024 - Current
R&D Biomedical Engineering Intern
Medtronic Inc
05.2022 - 08.2022
Engineering Capstone Project
Colorado State University
08.2021 - 05.2023
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences & Biotechnology
University of Colorado
Graduate Certificate - Research Management & Compliance
University of Colorado
Bachelor of Science - Chemical & Biological Engineering
Colorado State University
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