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Miriam Ramos

@miriamramos

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I build reproducible Python data pipelines for gravitational-wave and astronomical research.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to apply Python data analysis, reproducible workflows, experimental instrumentation, and calibration experience to scientific or technical research projects.

At LIGO Livingston Observatory, I support CHETA optical-system assembly, alignment, beam profiling, calibration monitoring, and automated experimental-data processing.

I'm a Physics Ph.D. candidate at UTRGV, where I analyze large scientific datasets in Python, develop reproducible workflows in GitLab, and mentor undergraduates in gravitational-wave data analysis. My research includes HST WFC3/UVIS photometry, light curves, color-magnitude diagrams, variability analysis, and scientific visualizations.

I've also taught physics, astronomy, mathematics, and statistics, bringing clear communication and data interpretation to technical work.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Visiting Research Fellow

Current

LIGO Livingston Observatory

Jul 2025 - Present (1 year 1 month)

Contributed to the assembly, alignment, and beam profiling of the CHETA optical system for LIGO detectors. Authored the Standard Operating Procedure and built automated data pipelines for calibration monitoring.

Python Data Analysis Optics Instrumentation Standard Operating Procedures Automation Gitlab

Current

Graduate Research Assistant

Current

UTRGV Physics & Astronomy

Aug 2022 - Present (4 years)

Analyzed large scientific datasets in Python, building reproducible workflows and mentoring undergraduates. Performed HST photometric analysis and generated light curves and color-magnitude diagrams.

Python Data Analysis Gitlab Astropy DOLPHOT DS9 Scientific Visualization

Graduate Teaching Assistant

UTRGV Physics & Astronomy

May 2024 - Aug 2024 (3 months)

Taught online laboratory sections for undergraduate Astronomy and Physical Science courses. Graded laboratory reports and held recitations.

Teaching Astronomy Physical Science Grading Recitation

Advanced Physics High School Teacher

IDEA Public Schools

Aug 2020 - Jul 2022 (1 year 11 months)

Taught advanced physics, prepared assessments and lab assignments, and analyzed student performance data to adjust instruction.

Teaching Physics Assessment Design Data Analysis

Mathematics Teacher

Brownsville ISD

Feb 2020 - Jun 2020 (4 months)

Taught Precalculus, Honors Precalculus, and AP Statistics, emphasizing statistical reasoning and data interpretation.

Teaching Precalculus AP Statistics

Student Academic Assistant / Math-Physics Tutor

UTRGV Learning Center

Jan 2016 - Dec 2019 (3 years 11 months)

Tutored physics and mathematics courses from College Algebra through Calculus and College Physics. Coordinated with faculty on exam support and student preparation.

Tutoring Physics Mathematics Calculus College Algebra

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Doctor of Philosophy, Physics

Ph.D. candidate in Physics with expected graduation in August 2027. Research focuses on data analysis, experimental data pipelines, calibration support, optical systems, and instrumentation.

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Bachelor of Science, Physics

Bachelor of Science in Physics, graduated in December 2019. Completed the UTeach program and holds a Texas Educator Certificate in Physics/Mathematics 7-12.