Mr. Joe Cesare
OBJECTIVE
Strategic life sciences professional skilled in data analytics and project management, seeking to drive impactful, collaborative initiatives.
WORK EXPERIENCE
AI & Research Roles
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AI Model Trainer – Research Biologist, Outlier AI (2024–Present)
Trains AI using scientific literature; improves AI predictions for cellular and molecular biology experiments (e.g., PCR, ELISA, gene editing, imaging). -
Molecular Neuroscientist, National Institutes of Health (2020–2022)
Researched Type III Nrg1 in transgenic mice; led microscopy and molecular techniques; discovered key pathway (PI3K/AKT/mTOR/S6K); won Outstanding Research Award. -
Bioinformatics & Endocrinology Research Fellow, Mayo Clinic (2017–2019)
Published 3 peer-reviewed papers; analyzed large datasets in R and Stata; performed endocrinology lab research including ELISA and Western Blot.
EDUCATION
Rutgers University – Graduate School
Sept 2022 – May 2024
Newark, NJ
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
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GPA: 4.0/4.0, Full Tuition and Stipend Awarded
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Activities: Volunteer judge for local high schools’ writing contest, co-ed volleyball & kickball
University of Wisconsin – Madison
Sept 2016 – May 2020
Madison, WI
Bachelor of Science, Majors: Neurobiology, Molecular Biology, Zoology, English
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Certificate: Education, Honors in Liberal Arts, GPA: 3.76/4.0, Volunteer & Honors Scholarships
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Activities: Biochem TA, Neurosci TA, Big Ten Leadership Conference, Alpha Chi Sigma, hospital volunteer
EXPERTISE
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Scientific & Technical Proficiency:
Molecular biology, neuroscience, cell culture, ELISA, WB, ICC, IHC, PLA, PCR, confocal imaging, AI-based modeling -
Data Analysis:
RStudio, Stata, MetaAnalyst, large dataset interpretation -
Project Coordination:
Cross-functional communication, stakeholder alignment, research planning -
Creative & Communication Skills:
MFA-trained writer, experienced in scientific writing, content creation, and academic mentoring