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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Otylia Nowicka

London,

Summary

Dedicated Graduate Student adept in research and academic writing demonstrated through history of academic excellence. Quick-learning, dedicated and experienced working within postsecondary project environments. Dedicated to skill development and bringing value to dynamic teams.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

MSc Thesis Project

Universitat Pompeu Fabra
Barcelona
08.2021 - 07.2022
  • Developed a computational model that can model the immune system cells in the blood flow, to help predict low grade inflammation.
  • Conducted extensive research on theories and applied them in a practical aspect.
  • EU ERC Consolidator Grant O-Health for first proof of concept.

DBS Research Project

Universitat Pompeu Fabra
Barcelona
02.2022 - 05.2022
  • Finite Element brain modelling in deep brain stimulation (DBS).
  • Organized and planned the project from start to finish.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Monitored the progress of the project and managed reports.

ECG Research Project

Universitat Pompeu Fabra
Barcelona
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Worked on research project on diabetes prediction with ECG features.
  • Conducted surveys, interviews and experimental research to facilitate data analysis.
  • Planned the project and determine the importance of it.
  • Analyzed the pros and cons of the project and if the project can move forward.

EEG Research Project

Universitat Pompeu Fabra
Barcelona
01.2022 - 03.2022
  • Nonlinear analysis of time series of brain electrical activity: a retrospective case study.
  • Created project plans with established timelines, assigned appropriate teams and managed workflow.
  • Maintained up-to-date patient information in clinical trial management system.
  • Identified needs and coordinated resource allocation to deliver quality standards on time.

Meta Research Project

Universitat Pompeu Fabra
Bacrelona
09.2021 - 01.2022
  • Assessment of quality and readability in the observational COVID studies from ELSEVIER database: Global literature on coronavirus disease 2020-2021.
  • Gathered the requirements of the project.
  • Organized the team and divided the tasks.
  • Monitored milestones and project's timeline to stay ahead of schedules and proactively spot potential roadblocks.
  • Prepared and maintained project.

Capstone Engineering Project Manager Phase II

Ryerson University
Toronto
09.2020 - 07.2021
  • Undertook a design project to implement a Preliminary Skin Cancer Screening System using a mobile application, with an accuracy goal of 80%.
  • Oversaw the complex project from inception to completion.
  • Communicated with the members of the team regularly to determine the status of various projects and potential roadblocks that needed to be resolved.
  • Held weekly "meeting minutes" for feedback.
  • Developed presentations and reports to facilitate project evaluation and process improvement.

Research Assistant

Ryerson University
Toronto
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Reviewed print and online resources to gather information.
  • Conducted qualitative and quantitative analysis on assigned data.

Education

MBA - MBA with Project Management specialization

University of Sunderland
London, UK
03.2024

Master of Science - Computational Biomedical Engineering

Universitat Pompeu Fabra
Barcelona, Spain
07.2022

Bachelor of Engineering - Biomedical Engineering

Ryerson University
Toronto, ON
Current

High School Diploma -

Bishop Tonnos Catholic Secondary School
Ancaster, ON
06-2016

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Team leadership

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Intermediate
B1
Polish
Elementary

Certification

  • Foundations in Healthcare Systems Engineering
  • Data and Health Indicators in Public Health Practice
  • Essential Epidemiologic Tools for Public Health Practice
  • Introduction to Project Management

Memberships

Member of Ontario Public Health Association

  • Contribute to leadership on public health issues, influencing and strengthening the impact on public and community health throughout Ontario.
  • Actively advocate for health public policies and contribute expertise to shape the public and community health landscape in Ontario.

Member of The Canadian Medical and Biological Engineering Society

  • Contributing to leadership efforts that directly impact public health in Ontario.
  • Exchanging valuable information among healthcare professionals, scientists, and the general public.

Standards Council of Canada (SCC) Committee Member

  • Committee members collaborate, share knowledge, and engage in meaningful discussions to address the evolving needs of our society.
  • By participating in SCC committees, you not only showcase your leadership in your field but also contribute to the growth and success of Canadian industries on a global scale.

IEC/SyC - Bio-digital convergence Committee Member

  • Identify and assess potential new forthcoming bio-digital convergence topics and problematics that may become relevant to lEC activities and recommend to the SMB an appropriate course of action to meet the needs of the global community.

Timeline

DBS Research Project

Universitat Pompeu Fabra
02.2022 - 05.2022

ECG Research Project

Universitat Pompeu Fabra
01.2022 - 04.2022

EEG Research Project

Universitat Pompeu Fabra
01.2022 - 03.2022

Meta Research Project

Universitat Pompeu Fabra
09.2021 - 01.2022

MSc Thesis Project

Universitat Pompeu Fabra
08.2021 - 07.2022

Capstone Engineering Project Manager Phase II

Ryerson University
09.2020 - 07.2021

Research Assistant

Ryerson University
09.2018 - 09.2019

MBA - MBA with Project Management specialization

University of Sunderland

Master of Science - Computational Biomedical Engineering

Universitat Pompeu Fabra

Bachelor of Engineering - Biomedical Engineering

Ryerson University

High School Diploma -

Bishop Tonnos Catholic Secondary School
Otylia Nowicka