T K
@timkelso
I’m a data analyst and data manager delivering decision-ready insights through pipelines, analytics, and dashboards.
What I'm looking for
I’m a data analyst with a strong interest in sustainability, conservation, renewable energy, … essentially anything that helps preserve and improve our natural environment. My data journey started in my previous career as a cancer researcher (postdoc, PhD).
I’m skilled in R, Python, SQL, and PowerBI, with expertise in data wrangling, automation, and visualisation. I’ve recently been pursuing my interest in GIS data in my 9-5 (education research) to add context and meaning to our ongoing research projects.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Data Analyst & Data Manager
Teachers and Teaching Research Centre
Mar 2020 - Present (6 years 3 months)
Developed automated data pipelines for collection, cleaning, analysis, and Power BI reporting for commercial and research projects, leveraging Python, R, Power Automate, and Dynamics 365. Built internal static reports and dynamic dashboards to support workshop delivery and resourcing, including web scraping for project recruitment and framework usage analysis.
Grant Writer & Manager
Freelance
Nov 2017 - Feb 2020 (2 years 3 months)
Edited and reviewed research grant applications, including NHMRC Ideas Grant and Medical Research Future Fund submissions, and completed ongoing compliance. Composed and supported applications to secure $755,000 in funding for $1.6M total project support for local startup companies in Newcastle.
Data Analyst & Project Officer
Hunter Medical Research Institute
Dec 2018 - Dec 2019 (1 year)
Established a SQL-based relational database as a single data source and replaced the legacy system, improving downstream analysis capability. Created Power BI visualisations and produced written and oral reports for senior stakeholders, including the Institute director and associate directors.
Data Analyst Consultant
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
May 2018 - Nov 2018 (6 months)
Analysed large-scale genomics data using HOMER command-line tools and R-based packages (edgeR, Bioconductor), then delivered insights through descriptive statistical analysis and visualisation. Used tools such as GraphPad Prism, geneCluster, and TreeView to communicate findings.
Postdoctoral Scientist
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Nov 2015 - Dec 2017 (2 years 1 month)
Processed and analysed biological data for ovarian cancer research, using statistical analysis and data visualisation to support project outcomes. Coordinated multiple research projects with US and international collaborators, publishing findings in open-access journals and presenting at international and US conferences.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
International Max Planck Research School, University of Münster
Doctor of Natural Sciences, Molecular Cancer Biology
2011 - 2015
Grade: Magna cum Laude
PhD (Doctor of Natural Sciences) in Molecular Cancer Biology (Magna cum Laude). Conducted independent research, collaborated with multiple groups, and contributed to published discoveries presented at international and US conferences.
University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Biomedical Science with Honours, Biomedical Science
2007 - 2010
Grade: First Class; Dean’s Merit Award
Bachelor of Biomedical Science with Honours (First Class), awarded the Dean’s Merit Award. Completed undergraduate study in biomedical science with honours-level outcomes.
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