MAHAM BASHIR
Rosemount
Summary
Biology graduate with training in genomics, bioinformatics, and clinical healthcare settings. Experienced in computational biological research and patient-facing roles. Preparing to apply to medical school to pursue a career integrating scientific research and patient care.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
University of Minnesota School of Public Health
Bioinformatics Research Analyst
Minneapolis, MN
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Analyzed large-scale bacterial genomic datasets using R, Python, and Linux HPC systems to study antimicrobial resistance patterns.
- Executed genomic workflows using Minnesota Supercomputing Institute (MSI) resources and SLURM job scheduling.
- Optimized bioinformatics pipelines and implemented reproducible workflows using Git documentation and version control.
- Supervisor: Dr. Gillian Tarr
Based Research Projects
Course
University Of Minnesota
- Capstone Research Project – MBS 6003: Conducted an extensive literature-based investigation titled Climate-Driven Genetic Adaptations in Marine Zooplankton Populations, synthesizing multidisciplinary genomic and environmental research to evaluate how climate change influences evolutionary adaptation in marine species.
- Computational Viral Genomics (CSCI 5465): Developed Python and R pipelines to analyze viral genome datasets, applying clustering algorithms and PCA to identify patterns in viral evolution and host interaction potential.
- Comparative Pathogen Genomics (CMB 5571): Performed phylogenetic and comparative genomic analysis of viral pathogens (Avian Leukosis Virus and Rous Sarcoma Virus) using HPC-based bioinformatics workflows including Snippy, Shovill, Abricate, and iTOL.
- Genome Engineering Research Proposal (GCD 8008): Designed a translational research proposal investigating CRISPR-based genome engineering strategies to modulate CAG repeat instability in Huntington’s disease.
- Clinical Genomics & Variant Interpretation (GCD 8073): Applied ACMG guidelines and genomic databases (ClinVar, IGV, Mutalyzer) to interpret sequence variants and translate genomic sequencing data into clinically meaningful diagnostic reports.
Seton Hall University
Undergraduate Research Assistant
South Orange, NJ
2021 - 2023
- Assisted in the development of a RT-LAMP–based molecular diagnostic assay for SARS-CoV-2, designed to provide a rapid and cost-efficient alternative to PCR testing.
• Applied laboratory techniques including PCR amplification, nucleic acid extraction, bacterial transformation, and mammalian cell culture, while contributing to experimental planning and protocol optimization. - Supervisor: Dr. Brian Nichols
Education
Master of Biological Sciences -
University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Seton Hall University
12-2022
Skills
- Laboratory Techniques: PCR, RT-LAMP, DNA extraction, bacterial transformation, mammalian cell culture
Programming & Computational Analysis: Python, R, SQL, Bash; Linux/HPC environments (SLURM), Git version control
Bioinformatics & Clinical Genomics: Bactopia, PopPUNK, IQTree, Snippy, Shovill, Abricate, iTOL; variant interpretation using ACMG guidelines, ClinVar, IGV, Mutalyzer
Timeline
University of Minnesota School of Public Health
Bioinformatics Research Analyst
08.2024 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Seton Hall University
Based Research Projects
Course
Seton Hall University
Undergraduate Research Assistant
2021 - 2023
Master of Biological Sciences -
University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
Clinical Shadowing
Sekar Natarajan, MD – Pulmonary & Internal Medicine
Christ Hospital / Jersey City Medical Center – Jersey City, NJ | 50 hrs
• Observed outpatient consultations and management of chronic conditions including respiratory disease and diabetes.
• Gained insight into physician–patient communication, diagnostic reasoning, and individualized treatment planning.
• Observed how socioeconomic and lifestyle factors influence clinical decision-making and long-term disease management.
Teaching Experience
Supplemental Instructor – General Chemistry I & II
Seton Hall University Academic Resource Center
• Led interactive review sessions for groups of 20–60 students, developing practice exams and collaborative learning activities to reinforce core chemistry concepts.
Head SAT/ACT Instructor – The Tutoring Center
• Designed individualized study plans based on diagnostic assessments and taught reading, writing, and mathematics test preparation.