Kristy Hamlin
Software Developer
Top-performing recent graduate with a Bachelor’s in Computer Science and experience in Agile Development, Python, Java, HTML, CSS, and SQL. Bringing 9 years of professional experience in research, along with strong teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and writing skills developed through a career in science.
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Education
BS in Computer Science, Software Design and Development Track
Florida International University | 2021 - 2024
Skills and Coursework
- Java, Python, C
- HTML, CSS
- Human-Computer Interaction, User-Centered Design
- Microsoft Power Apps and Power Automate
- Basic Machine Learning with Python, sklearn, matplotlib
- Data Structures, Algorithms, Object-Oriented Design
- Operating Systems Programming in C, Linux Environments
- Relational Database Design, pgAdmin, PostgreSQL
- Software Testing, Unit Testing, JUnit, UML Diagrams
- Git, GitHub
BS in Biochemistry & BA in English Literature
Univeristy of Miami | 2011 - 2015
Highlights and Recognitions
- Magna Cum Laude, Honors
- Recipient of UM Full-Tuition Isaac B Singer Scholarship for Academic Excellence
Skills and Coursework
- Cell Biology, Cellular Structures, Biochemical Pathways
- Genetics, Gene expression, Protein Folding, Protein Structures
- Evolutionary Biology
- Basic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry
- Reading complex literary works
- Communicating nuanced ideas clearly and effectively in writing
Featured Projects
View selected projects below.
Enhancing FIU's STARS Tutoring Application
STARS (Students in Technology, Academia, Research, and Service) is a real organization run by Associate Teaching Professor Dr. Patricia McDermott-Wells at FIU. While STARS runs services dedicated to mentoring and leadership, its most complex offering - and most utilized - is its tutoring service. Every semester, Dr. Wells spends hundreds of hours manually administrating this program. The purpose of the STARS Admin App is to automate and facilitate as much of this work as possible.
The development of this system began in Spring 2024, and was inherited by my Capstone II group in Summer 2024. I am proud to say that I am the leader of the team. In the video linked below, you will learn about our work on this project, which uses Microsoft Power Apps. Although the system has not been deployed, we have made significant project adding functionality.
Project VideoPredicting Miami Home Prices using Decision Trees
Built Machine Learning model to predict Miami home prices using the Decision Tree Regressor from Sklearn.
R-Squred = 0.78, MAE on test set = $52,000 (STD of test set = $193,000)
Project VideoWork Experience
I have nine years of work experience in science and research, culminating in my current position as a Lab Supervisor. With plenty of time spent in reading, writing, presenting, and critical thinking, I am poised to be an effective member of a software development team.
I am honored to be a supervisor at BioTissue; the experience has deepend my understanding of workplace relationships, communication, and expectations. I take pride in my excellent rapport within the company. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with the unique, talented, and intelligent individuals in R&D. Their dedication, positive spirit, and expertise continually inspire me.
As a supervisor, I not only participate in ongoing company research projects, I also seek to promote a positive (and humorous) environment at work, as you see below.
Lab Supervisor
BioTissue
07/2022 - Present
Lab Supervisor in Research and Development in charge of Internal Reference Material production.
Key Contributions:
- Led team of scientists to ensure on-time production and delivery of qualified Internal Reference Material (IRM) to partner studies at Johns Hopkins University and international sites in Japan and Taiwan.
- Collaborated with CTO and co-founder Dr. Scheffer Tseng to write ongoing company research reports, analyzing historical data and resulting in a comprehensive report of IRM characteristics and potential areas for optimization. Presented findings at department meeting.
- Extensive experience mentoring and training young scientists in the lab
- Successfully prepared for lab audits, ensuring all necessary protocols, equipment, and documentation were compliant with regulatory standards
- Team leader of "Great Place to Work" Initiative team in R&D. During my time working on this, which is ongoing, R&D's survey ratings of the GPTW statement rose from 67% to 83%. Surveyed R&D employees regarding their desires and thoughts on improvements, and insitituded changes including a quiet room and monthly "Thank You" awards. In 2024, I created and began the "Nobel Peace Prize in Science" award.
- Site Owner of the Research and Development BioSphere page (company intranet site). Content Creator with most likes and most views in the Company.
- Creator and Editor of various internal videos. Created the 2023 R&D Department's Spirit Week video, an ad for the Financial Wizard's Club (an employee club dedicated to learning about financial hygiene), an internal documentary about a new optical product called CAM360, and more. (See below)
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R&D Spirit Video Finance Club Video CAM360 Docu-VideoResearch Associate
BioTissue
08/2018 - 07/2022
Key Contributions:
- Create and maintain detailed inventory log of company IRM samples, guaranteeing documentation and traceability of preparation and experiments
- Conducted Western Blots, Protein Assays, and other lab experiments and analyzed results, utilizing data to qualify internally produced samples and support company stability studies
Research Associate
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Hackam Lab
03/2016 - 08/2018
Key Contributions:
- Produced and analyzed data on the impact of inhibiting the innate immune system on retinal degeneration in a rodent model, searching for therapies to translate to human treatment.
- Performed flow cytometry, RNA seq, RT-PCR, immunohistochemistry, fluorescent imaging, TUNEL staining, Electroretinograms, Optical Coherence Tomography, and Optokinetics testing.
- Mentored and directed a team of Ophthalmology masters students, graduate students, undergraduate students, full-time interns, new hires, and volunteers, and coordinated efforts to gather data on the project over the span of 2.5 years.
- Performed all animal handling, surgeries, breeding, genotyping, and treatment injections for the project.
- Wrote first draft of scientific paper on findings.
Skills: Recap and Highlights
Below I summarize some of the skills I am proud of, which you may have inferred from my experience above. I also mention some additional skills which were not referenced.
Software Development
- Java, C, C++, Python
- HTML, CSS
- Basic Database Design and SQL
- Computer Architecture
- Software Testing Theory, JUnit
- Data Structures & Algorithm Design
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Basic Git and GitHub use
- Basic Microsoft Power Apps
- Basic Machine Learning & Artifician Intelligence
- UML Diagrams, Use Case Diagrams, State Diagrams
Science
- User Specification Requirements for 21 CFR Software
- Critical Thinking
- Writing Reports
- Western Blotting, Densitometry
- Protein Purification via Density Gradient Centrifugation
- Elisa
- qPCR
- Mouse Handling, IP injections, Ocular Dissection
- Optical Coherence Tomography, Optokinetic Testing, Electroretinograms
- Scientific Writing
- Assay Development
- GDP, GLP, GMP
- FDA Regulations
- 21 CFR Part 11 Compliance
- Hazard Communication, Bloodborne Pathogen Safety, Biohazard Waste Disposal
Soft Skills
- Teamwork
- Accountability
- Honesty
- Communicating with Positive Intent
- Empathy, Thoughtfulness
- Public Speaking
- Critical Thinking
- Creativity
Hard Skills
- Good Documentation Practices
- Conducting Meetings
- Facilitative and Civil Leadership
- Fluent in Spanish
- Hitfilm, iMovie
- Photoshop, Canva
- Creative Writing
