GAGabby Atkinson
@gabbyatkinson
Computational genomics researcher skilled in NGS analysis, reproducible workflows, and biological data interpretation.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a computational genomics researcher trained in molecular genetics with extensive experience analyzing next-generation sequencing data in Linux high-performance computing environments. I design and implement QC and reproducible workflows, perform statistical analyses including differential gene expression and GWAS, and translate complex results into biologically meaningful insights that support manuscripts and collaborations.
As a collaborative scientist, I have led large-scale genomic and transcriptomic analyses that produced multiple first-author manuscripts in preparation and mentored students in R-based workflows and data interpretation. I prioritize clear visualizations, thorough documentation, and cross-institutional reproducibility to drive robust, publishable research outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
SIProcessed and analyzed sequencing data from modern and historical samples in Linux environments, integrated cohort metadata for downstream analyses, and collaborated with cross-institutional investigators to refine analytical approaches.
ULGraduate Researcher
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Aug 2019 - May 2025 (5 years 9 months)
Analyzed large-scale genomic and transcriptomic datasets on HPC to investigate genetic responses to disease exposure, designed QC workflows, and performed differential expression and multivariate analyses contributing to three first-author manuscripts in preparation.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ULUniversity of Louisiana at Lafayette
Doctor of Philosophy, Evolution and Environmental Science
Activities and societies: Graduate research, NGS analysis, QC workflow development, manuscript preparation, mentorship
Ph.D. in Evolution and Environmental Science (expected May 2026) with research focus on population and evolutionary genomics and large-scale NGS data analysis.
ULUniversity of Louisiana at Lafayette
Master of Science, Biology
Activities and societies: Graduate research, statistical analysis, differential gene expression, reproducible workflows
M.S. in Biology with training in molecular genetics and computational genomics applied to transcriptomic and genomic datasets.
UFUniversity of South Florida
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Sciences
Activities and societies: Undergraduate research and coursework; minor in Criminology
B.S. in Biomedical Sciences with a minor in Criminology providing foundational training in molecular genetics and biomedical research methods.
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