PhD in Bioinformatics

2025 - 2029

Carlos Chagas Institute, Fiocruz Paraná, Curitiba, PR & Federal University of Paraná, Curitiba, PR

Developing a public genomics database of germline WES/WGS data from individuals in Paraná, Brazil. Characterizing the germline genomic profile of breast cancer in Paraná through WES and WGS data analysis.

MSc in Biosciences and Biotechnology

2024 - 2025

Carlos Chagas Institute, Fiocruz Paraná, Curitiba, PR

Characterized the germline genomic landscape of a luminal breast cancer cohort unselected for hereditary cancer risk in Paraná. Collaborated as a Bioinformatician Analyst to uncover genetic risk factors underlying familial multiple myeloma in Brazilian families.

BSc in Biological Sciences

2018 - 2023

Federal University of Paraná, Curitiba, PR

Worked for 2 years on green microalgae biotechnology, in the perspective of green energy. Won a hackathon in this field with the Phycoil project, optimizing a genetic transformation system for Tetradesmus obliquus using square-wave electroporation. Worked for 2 years on cancer biology, exploring potential association between single-nucleotide variants in lncRNAs and childhood leukemia. Administered informed consent forms and supported families’ understanding of the research process at Erastinho Oncopediatric Hospital.

Teaching Licensure in Biological Sciences

2018 - 2022

Federal University of Paraná, Curitiba, PR

Taught Sciences and Biology to over 250 students, from 6th-9th grade of Middle School and 1st-3rd year of High School in Curitiba. Conducted research on systems thinking-based educational games for Genetics teaching.

Senior graphic design specialist

2019 - Present

Experion, New York, NY

• Lead in the design, development, and implementation of the graphic, layout, and production communication materials
• Delegate tasks to the 7 members of the design team and provide counsel on all aspects of the project.
• Supervise the assessment of all graphic materials in order to ensure quality and accuracy of the design
• Oversee the efficient use of production project budgets ranging from $2,000 - $25,000

Graphic design specialist

2017 - 2018

Stepping Stone Advertising, New York, NY

• Developed numerous marketing programs (logos, brochures,infographics, presentations, and advertisements).
• Managed up to 5 projects or tasks at a given time while under pressure
• Recommended and consulted with clients on the most appropriate graphic design
• Created 4+ design presentations and proposals a month for clients and account managers