I am Lauren Wood
Name: Lauren Wood
Profile: Bioinformatician | Data Analyst | Programmer
Email: lrngwood@gmail.com
Phone: (704) 562-4362
About Me
I’m a Bioinformatician and Systems Analyst who specializes in transforming complex health data into actionable insights. With experience in Python, R, SQL, and machine learning, I create efficient data pipelines and analytics tools for public health and biomedical research.
I love using data to tell stories, build tools, and solve meaningful problems—whether automating research workflows or developing AI-powered chatbots.
Let’s connect and collaborate on something impactful!
Resume
Bioinformatician | Data Analyst | Programmer
Education
M.S. Bioinformatics
2015 - 2017
UNC Charlotte
Focused on genomic data processing, statistical methods, and research applications.
Professional Experience
Systems Programmer/Analyst III
2017 - 2025
RTI International
- Led data analytics and automation projects for research and healthcare quality programs.
- Developed NLP pipelines, metadata systems, and custom Python/R tools for data validation and reporting.
- Worked on federal health contracts, including CMS and NIH-funded studies.
Projects
Selected projects demonstrating data analytics, automation, and research support.
PAC Quality Project
Built a base file for analyzing long-term care hospital and rehab data using Databricks and Python.
Pelvic Floor Disorders Network (PFDN)
Created reusable data dictionaries and automated metadata extraction tools.
Resume-Integrated Chatbot
Built a Streamlit + FastAPI chatbot using RAG architecture with FAISS & OpenAI.
AI Chatbot
Contact
Let’s build something data-driven and impactful together.
Location: Fort Mill, SC
Email: lrngwood@gmail.com
Phone: (704) 562-4362
Name: Lauren Wood
Profile: Bioinformatician | Data Analyst | Programmer
Email: lrngwood@gmail.com
Phone: (704) 562-4362
Skills
About Me
I am a bioinformatician, data analyst, and programmer with a passion for integrating technology into healthcare research. With expertise in data science, medical data processing, and programming, I specialize in creating efficient and scalable solutions for complex research projects.
My experience includes leading data analytics, automation, and project coordination efforts across multiple industries. I have worked extensively in Python, R, SQL, and machine learning, using my skills to extract meaningful insights from large-scale datasets.
Beyond analytics, I enjoy **scientific writing, crafting educational tools, and working on creative data-driven projects**. I am always seeking opportunities to combine my analytical and creative skills to make an impact in research and beyond.
About me
I'm a bioinformatician, data analyst, and programmer passionate about using technology to solve complex problems in healthcare and research. With a strong background in data science, medical data processing, and workflow automation, I specialize in building scalable, efficient systems that turn raw data into meaningful insights.
I thrive at the intersection of tech and strategy, blending tools like Python, R, SQL, and machine learning with strong project coordination and communication skills. From building intelligent AI-powered chatbots to automating research pipelines, my work bridges innovation with impact.
Whether I’m leading analytics for a national health study, optimizing processes across teams, or creating tools that empower others—I bring curiosity, empathy, and a drive to make systems smarter and people’s lives easier.
Let’s build something that matters.
Resume
A dedicated Bioinformatician and Data Analyst with extensive experience in medical data, project coordination, and programming.
Summary
Lauren Wood
Experienced Bioinformatician and Data Analyst with expertise in project coordination, data analytics, and programming. Passionate about leveraging technology to improve healthcare and research outcomes.
- Fort Mill, SC
- 704.562.4362
- lrngwood@gmail.com
Education
Master of Science in Bioinformatics
2015 - 2017
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Specialized in data analysis, genomics, and computational biology. Worked on various research projects related to genetic data processing.
Professional Experience
Systems Programmer/Analyst III - Bioinformatics
2017 - 2025
RTI International
- Led data analysis, automation, and visualization efforts across major healthcare research initiatives.
- Supported cross-functional teams and stakeholders across large federal projects including PhenX Toolkit, PAC Quality, Primary Care First (PCF), Making Care Primary (MCP), and Nutrition for Precision Health (NPH).
- Developed custom tools and pipelines using Python, R, SQL, and machine learning for efficient, scalable research workflows.
- Managed coordination tasks, including grant writing, REDCap metadata curation, and protocol development.
- Contributed to the design of AI-enabled solutions and data infrastructure in clinical measures and precision health research.
Project Coordinator & Data Analyst
Prior Experience
RTI International / Collaborative Projects
- Led coordination and technical support for projects like PACQ, PCF Clinical Measures, and MCP Design & Operations.
- Built Smartsheet-based automation for reporting and communication workflows.
- Created data visualizations, dashboards, and summary reports to support stakeholder decision-making.