Ulises Sosa

Bioinformatics Researcher in Functional Genomics

University of Illinois at Chicago•  August 2019 - July 2022

• Handled QIIME2 software to initiate a bioinformatics pipeline to help perform microbiome analysis. • Generated PCoA, alpha box, and ANCOM plots for team analysis. • Contributed to generate a machine learning toolbox for prediction of host phenotype using microbiome data sets for a book manuscript. • Consulted with the team to demonstrate machine learning models and training for microbiome researchers. • Collaborated with the team to write out book chapter on RF, SVMs, Logistic regression, and Multi-layer Perceptron Neural Network ML models. • Implemented Python scripts (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow) for data processing and analyzing.

Research & Development Intern

Baxter Healthcare•  May 2018 - August 2018

• Completed feasibility tests for new Filter Vented Closure designs that helped the engineering management team identify the pros and cons of the project. • Utilized Creo AutoCAD to create animated fluid in pathways on HomeChoice Cassete to simplify learning for the engineering team. • Composed standard medical product requirements and protocols to support the configuration management process to reduce time delay into market. • Developed workflow documentation by evaluating testing data and writing final reports to prepare for company and FDA review. • Worked with interns to develop embedded software through C on STM32F429 to control valves by generating and routing signals.

Math Tutor Ambassador

Harry S. Truman College•  July 2015 - May 2017

• Created formula sheets for students to ease them in their courses. • Tutored intermediate algebra, Pre-Calculus, Calculus 1-3, and Differential Equations. • Oversaw GED prep students and used computers, whiteboards, and other equipment to aid them in their learning. • Guided students with Math Center information and handled complaints.

University of Illinois at Chicago

Biomedical Engineering, BS•  May 2017 - May 2020

Concentration in Bioinformatics and Minor in Computer Science

Truman College

Applied Science, Associate in Science•  January 2015 - May 2017

Member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society