**Albin Joseph Shaju**
Hyderabad, Telangana – 500004, India
OBJECTIVE
Master’s-level bioinformatician with strong expertise in data analysis, seeking a full-time role as a Data Analyst. Passionate about leveraging analytical skills and problem-solving abilities to derive actionable insights across diverse industries and domains, beyond the scope of informatics.
EXPERIENCE
• Alien Technology Transfer – Innovation Scout – Hyderabad, India – March 2024 – July 2024
– Conducted in-depth research and analysis to scout innovative technologies and emerging trends.
– Utilized advanced web scraping and web crawling techniques to gather and process relevant data efficiently.
– Extracted, cleaned, and structured data from diverse online sources for strategic decision-making.
– Supported innovation initiatives by delivering actionable insights and identifying opportunities in cutting-edge domains.
EDUCATION
• Manipal University – Masters in Bioinformatics – Manipal, India – October 2021 – July 2024
– GPA: [hidden]
• Loyola Academy Degree and PG College – Bachelors in Agricultural Science – Hyderabad, India – June 2016 – November 2020
– GPA: [hidden]
PROJECTS
• Mutational Signature Analysis in Cervical Cancer with R and MAFTOOLS – August 2022 – December 2022
– Tools: R Programming, Maftools
– Analyzed mutational signatures in cervical cancer (CESC) using R and the MAFTOOLS package.
– Visualized mutational patterns to gain insights into genomic alterations in cervical cancer.
– Contributed to understanding mutational processes in CESC through comprehensive analysis and visualization techniques.
• Toxicophore and QSAR Analysis of Natural Compounds in Cancer Research – February 2023 – June 2023
– Tools: Auto-Dock, Python, ChemSketch, EasyQSAR
– Identified toxicophores in natural cancer compounds through database searching and structural analysis.
– Conducted QSAR analysis to establish relationships between chemical structures and toxicity levels in cancer research.
– Utilized docking simulations to explore potential interactions between natural products and cancer-related targets, providing insights for drug discovery efforts.
SKILLS
– Programming Languages:Python, R Programming, SQL, Perl, HTML
– Technical Skills:Data Analysis, Data Visualization, NGS Analysis, MS-Office, Git
– Data Science & Machine Learning:Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib, Power BI, NLTK, Anaconda, Jupyter Notebook
– Soft Skills:Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Communication, Time Management, Adaptability
– Languages:English, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil
CERTIFICATIONS
– Exploratory Data Analysis for Machine Learning – July 2023
– Python for Data Science, AI and Development – May 2022
Cover Letter:
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to express my interest in the Bioinformatics Analyst position at MedGenome Labs Ltd., as advertised. With a Master’s degree in Bioinformatics from Manipal University and hands-on experience in Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) data analysis, I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to contribute to your esteemed team.
In my academic and research endeavors, I have:
– **NGS Data Analysis**: Conducted comprehensive analyses of RNA-seq and Exome-seq data, utilizing tools such as HISAT2, and GATK to derive meaningful biological insights.
– **Programming Proficiency**: Developed pipelines in Python and R for data processing and visualization, ensuring reproducibility and efficiency in bioinformatics workflows.
– **Statistical Analysis**: Applied rigorous statistical methods to interpret high-throughput data, employing R and Bioconductor packages for differential expression analysis and pathway enrichment studies.
– **Linux and Database Management**: Managed data on Linux-based systems and utilized MySQL for efficient storage and retrieval of large genomic datasets.
I am particularly impressed by MedGenome’s leadership in the clinical genomics space and its commitment to advancing personalized medicine. The opportunity to work in your CAP-accredited NGS lab aligns perfectly with my career aspirations and passion for genomics research.
I am eager to bring my expertise to MedGenome and collaborate with your team to advance genomic research and diagnostics. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the possibility of discussing how my background aligns with your needs.
Sincerely,
Albin Joseph
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