Ivy Miranda
@ivymiranda
I bridge language and science through medical interpretation, teaching, and ecology research.
BrazilWhat I'm looking for
I've translated medical records and scientific papers for MedTele Curitiba, interpreted remotely for Language Connex, and taught English and science in Brazilian educational settings. I bring accuracy, confidentiality, and clear communication to healthcare, education, and scientific work.
With a Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolution, I've presented and lectured on ecological niche modeling, climate change, and amphibian conservation. I'm passionate about connecting diverse audiences through English, Portuguese, science, and consecutive interpretation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Science Lab Teacher
Positivo International School
Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 7 months)
Instructed science lab classes, integrating scientific concepts and hands-on experiments for students.
Freelance Interpreter
Language Connex
Mar 2024 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Provided freelance interpretation services remotely, ensuring accurate and confidential communication between diverse groups.
Freelance English/Portuguese Private Teacher
Self Employed
Aug 2020 - Present (6 years)
Provided private English and Portuguese language instruction remotely, tailoring lessons to individual student needs.
Freelance English Teacher
Wizard by Pearson
Feb 2019 - Feb 2026 (7 years)
Taught English to students in Rio de Janeiro, focusing on language skills development and effective communication.
Medical Translator
MedTele Curitiba
Apr 2019 - Jun 2024 (5 years 2 months)
Translated medical records and scientific papers, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in medical and scientific settings.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Colegio Positivo Internacional
Workshop, Education
2025 - 2025
Completed the IB Primary Years Programme Category 1 workshop in 2025.
Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro
Doctor of Philosophy, Ecology and Evolution
2019 - 2023
Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolution from Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, completed in November 2023.
Naturaulas
Course, Ecology and Conservation
2021 - 2021
Completed a course on Ecology and Conservation of Amphibians in 2021.
ProScientia
Course, Climate Change
2021 - 2021
Completed a course on Climate Change: Scientific Foundations, Impacts, and Solutions in 2021.
University of Campinas
Course, Species Distribution Modeling
2019 - 2019
Completed an introduction to Species Distribution Modeling Using R in 2019.
Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro
Master of Science, Ecology and Evolution
2017 - 2019
Master's degree in Ecology and Evolution from Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, completed in February 2019.
Instituto de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia do Rio de Janeiro
Bachelor's Degree, Biology
2011 - 2016
Bachelor's degree in Biology from Instituto de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia do Rio de Janeiro, completed in May 2016.
Federal University of Rio de Janeiro
Course, Bioremediation
2011 - 2011
Completed a course on Bioremediation in 2011.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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