Teaching Experience
My teaching experience spans several years across different institutions, focusing on bioinformatics, computational biology, and data science education. I am passionate about making complex computational concepts accessible to students from diverse backgrounds.
Introduction to Data Science (INFO103)
Drexel University College of Computing and Informatics
Adjunct Instructor
Philadelphia, PA
Spring Quarter 2018 - Taught INFO103 Introduction to Data Science as an Adjunct Instructor.
Spring Quarter 2018 - Taught INFO103 Introduction to Data Science as an Adjunct Instructor.
Course Focus
Introduced students to fundamental data science concepts, methodologies, and practical applications in various domains.
Key Topics Covered
- Data collection and cleaning techniques
- Statistical analysis and visualization
- Introduction to machine learning concepts
- Data ethics and responsible analysis practices
- Hands-on experience with data science tools
Programming for Biology
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
Instructor & Teaching Assistant
Cold Spring Harbor, NY
Multi-year instruction role (2007-2010) at prestigious biological research institution focused on computational biology education for researchers.
Multi-year instruction role (2007-2010) at prestigious biological research institution focused on computational biology education for researchers.
Course Overview
This intensive course taught biologists essential programming skills for computational research. The curriculum covered:
- Fundamental programming concepts in biological contexts
- Data analysis and visualization techniques
- Bioinformatics pipeline development
- Reproducible research practices
Teaching Approach
Emphasized practical, hands-on learning that enables researchers to apply computational tools effectively in their biological research.
Programming for Biology
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
Laboratory Course
Cold Spring Harbor, NY
Instructor & Teaching Assistant for the intensive Programming for Biology course at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory from 2007-2010. This hands-on laboratory course provided graduate students, postdocs, and early-career researchers with essential computational skills for biological research.
Instructor & Teaching Assistant for the intensive Programming for Biology course at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory from 2007-2010. This hands-on laboratory course provided graduate students, postdocs, and early-career researchers with essential computational skills for biological research.
Course Overview
- Duration: 2007-2010 (4 years)
- Role: Instructor & Teaching Assistant
- Format: Intensive laboratory-based course
- Audience: Graduate students, postdocs, and researchers in biology
Topics Covered
- Introduction to programming concepts for biologists
- Data structures and algorithms in biological contexts
- Sequence analysis and bioinformatics tools
- Statistical analysis of biological data
- Database design and querying for biological datasets
- Practical applications in genomics and molecular biology
Responsibilities
- Designed and delivered hands-on programming exercises
- Provided one-on-one mentoring during laboratory sessions
- Developed course materials and practical assignments
- Assisted students with troubleshooting code and computational problems
- Evaluated student progress and provided feedback
This teaching experience at one of the world’s premier biological research institutions helped establish foundational computational skills for the next generation of biological researchers during a critical period of growth in bioinformatics and computational biology.