Over my career, I have developed a diverse set of skills that combine technical expertise with innovative problem-solving. My work often involves bridging disciplines, developing tailored methods, and overcoming challenges that require more than conventional approaches. These skills span biochemical techniques, method development, and research communication, and are applied across various projects and problems.
Below are the core skills I have cultivated throughout my career. Some of these skills have dedicated pages with more details and examples of their applications. Click on the links below to explore further:
Technical Expertise
- Protein Expression and Purification
Developing efficient workflows to express challenging proteins, including membrane proteins and metalloproteins, in engineered systems like E. coli or yeast. - Method Development
Creating innovative experimental designs and workflows to overcome challenges in protein analysis, including enzyme assembly, cofactor biosynthesis, and functional assays. - Protein Characterization
Expertise in using biochemical and biophysical techniques to characterize protein function, stability, and interactions, such as spectroscopy, chromatography, and mass spectrometry. - Data Analysis and Visualization
Proficiency in analyzing complex datasets using bioinformatics tools and creating visualizations to communicate data clearly and effectively.
Soft and Transferable Skills
In addition to my technical expertise, I have developed a range of skills that allow me to excel in collaborative, results-driven environments:
- Creative Problem-Solving
A solutions-oriented mindset focused on finding innovative approaches to overcome experimental barriers. I enjoy developing customized strategies that allow complex research questions to be addressed in novel ways. - Project Management
Extensive experience in leading research projects, balancing timelines, resources, and team dynamics to deliver high-quality results. I excel at planning, organizing, and adapting strategies to meet evolving project needs. - Collaboration Across Disciplines
Working effectively with scientists from diverse fields, combining insights from biochemistry, structural biology, and molecular evolution to solve multidisciplinary challenges. - Mentorship and Leadership
Experienced in mentoring and training junior researchers, guiding experimental design, providing constructive feedback, and fostering a collaborative research environment. - Communication
Skilled in presenting complex scientific concepts clearly through writing, research articles, and presentations, ensuring ideas are accessible to a wide range of audiences. - Adaptability
Comfortable working in dynamic and fast-paced environments, easily shifting focus when necessary and finding solutions in challenging or resource-constrained situations.