👤 Maria Petrova

About

Research scientist with experience in molecular biology. Led research projects and published peer-reviewed papers. Now transitioning to software engineering to apply analytical thinking and research methodology to engineering challenges. Passionate about using data analysis skills to develop innovative software solutions.

Experience

  • Trainee Software Engineer
    CodeYourFuture · Full-time
    Sep 2023 - Present · 4 mos
    Manchester, United Kingdom · Hybrid

    • Participating in intensive software engineering training program
    • Applying analytical thinking and research methodology to engineering challenges
    • Collaborating with diverse team members on software projects
    • Skills: Software Engineering, Programming Fundamentals, Problem Solving
  • Laboratory Technician
    Manchester Royal Infirmary · Full-time
    Apr 2021 - Aug 2023 · 2 yrs 5 mos
    Manchester, United Kingdom · On-site

    • Performed routine clinical sample analysis
    • Maintained laboratory equipment and documentation
    • Trained new staff in laboratory procedures
    • Skills: Data Analysis, Laboratory Procedures, Documentation
  • Research Scientist
    Kiev Institute of Molecular Biology · Full-time
    Jan 2016 - Dec 2020 · 5 yrs
    Kiev, Ukraine · On-site

    • Led research projects in molecular biology
    • Published 3 peer-reviewed papers
    • Supervised graduate students
    • Developed data analysis protocols

Education

  • CodeYourFuture
    Software Engineering Program
    2023 - 2024

  • Kiev National University
    Ph.D. in Molecular Biology
    2012 - 2016

  • Kiev National University
    Master’s in Biochemistry
    2010 - 2012

Languages

  • English - Professional Working
  • Ukrainian - Native Speaker
  • Russian - Native Speaker