Brian Simiyu
Email: briansimiyu105@gmail.com | Phone: +1 (602) 547-8934
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brian-simiyu | Location: Phoenix, Arizona, USA
Professional Summary
Dedicated Biologist with a strong background in molecular biology, genetics, microbiology, and
laboratory research. Experienced in conducting experiments, analyzing biological data, and
contributing to scientific publications. Passionate about advancing biological sciences through
research, data-driven insights, and innovative techniques. Skilled in laboratory procedures,
bioinformatics, and biotechnology applications.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biology
Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
Graduated: May 2014
Dissertation: “Genomic and Proteomic Analysis of Microbial Adaptations”
Master of Science (MSc) in Biotechnology
University of California, San Diego, CA
Graduated: May 2009
Research: “CRISPR Gene Editing Applications in Medical Biology”
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biological Sciences
University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
Graduated: May 2007
Major: Molecular Biology | Minor: Biochemistry
Technical Skills
Laboratory Techniques: PCR, DNA/RNA Extraction, Western Blot, ELISA, Microscopy
Bioinformatics: Python, R, MATLAB, BLAST, Geneious, Bioconductor
Data Analysis: SPSS, GraphPad Prism, SAS
Genetics & Microbiology: CRISPR Gene Editing, Microbial Culturing, Flow Cytometry
Biochemistry: Protein Purification, Chromatography, Mass Spectrometry
Medical Research: Drug Development, Cellular Pathophysiology, Pharmacogenomics
Professional Experience
Senior Biologist
National Institute of Health (NIH), Bethesda, MD
August 2016 – Present
Conduct molecular and genetic research focusing on disease-resistant genes.
Lead a team of researchers in studying microbial adaptation in extreme environments.
Publish findings in high-impact journals such as Nature Biotechnology and Cell Reports.
Utilize CRISPR-based gene editing for therapeutic applications.
Biological Research Scientist
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Atlanta, GA
June 2014 – July 2016
Conducted pathogen surveillance and genetic sequencing for infectious diseases.
Worked on epidemiological studies to analyze disease transmission patterns.
Assisted in vaccine development and immunology research.
Graduate Research Assistant
Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
September 2009 – May 2014
Conducted genomic research using next-generation sequencing (NGS).
Developed computational models for analyzing microbial population dynamics.
Co-authored multiple research papers in peer-reviewed journals.
Research & Projects
CRISPR Gene Editing for Cancer Therapy: Developed novel CRISPR-based techniques to target
and modify oncogenes.
Microbiome Studies in Human Gut Health: Conducted metagenomic sequencing to analyze
microbiome diversity.
COVID-19 Vaccine Research: Assisted in mRNA vaccine development and immune response
studies.
Achievements & Certifications
NIH Research Grant Recipient (2021) – Awarded $500,000 for studying microbial adaptation.
Certified Molecular Biologist – American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
(ASBMB).
Published 20+ Research Papers in journals such as Nature, Cell, and Journal of Molecular
Biology.
Keynote Speaker at International Biology Conferences in the USA and Europe.
Professional Memberships
American Society for Microbiology (ASM)
Society for Molecular Biology and Evolution (SMBE)
National Association of Biologists (NAB)
Languages
English (Fluent)
Swahili (Fluent)
References
Dr. Emily Carter
Director, Department of Molecular Biology
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Phone: +1 (301) 657-9234
Email: ecarter@nih.gov
Dr. Robert Williams
Senior Scientist, CDC
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Phone: +1 (404) 789-6543
Email: rwilliams@cdc.gov
Dr. Sarah Green
Professor of Biology
Arizona State University
Phone: +1 (480) 657-3421
Email: sgreen@asu.edu
