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Koo Zhi Yi

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I am a Master's student in Biomedical Data Science at Nanyang Technological University with a strong academic background, including a First-Class Honours Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology.

About

I am a Master’s student in Biomedical Data Science at Nanyang Technological University with a strong academic background, including a First-Class Honours Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology. With practical work experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist and as a Product Specialist, I bring a diverse skill set combining biostatistics, bioinformatics, deep learning, and microbiology expertise.

I take pride in developing innovative computational methods for biomedical applications, such as automating scRNA-seq analysis workflows and advancing cancer vaccine research. My passion is to apply cutting-edge data science and AI techniques to solve real-world biomedical problems, continuously enhancing my laboratory, programming, and analytical capabilities in dynamic healthcare and research environments.

  • 2 years' experience
  • Joined August 2025

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • MalayIntermediate
  • ChineseFluent

Industry experience

  • Healthcare
  • Life Sciences
  • Education
  • Professional Services

Work experience

Medical Laboratory Technologist · BP Clinical LabJun 2024 – Aug 2025 · 1 yr 3 mos

Worked in the Microbiology and Urinalysis departments, responsible for collecting and processing patient samples, bacterial culture and identification via Gram staining, biochemical assays and API system. Conducted antimicrobial susceptibility testing and performed specialized diagnostics including urine FEME and seminal analysis. Ensured quality control in compliance with CAP standards, managed documentation in Laboratory Information Management System, and maintained confidentiality protocols.

Product Specialist · Muser Apac SDN BHDJan 2023 – Aug 2025 · 2 yrs 8 mos

Promoted and presented company products to QA, R&D, and production personnel in industrial and healthcare companies. Provided pre-sales and post-sales support by communicating effectively across departments. Visited over 80 companies and generated more than RM69,000 in revenue within three months.

Education

Master of Science in Biomedical Data Science · Nanyang Technological University2024 – 2025
Bachelor of Science with Honours in Biotechnology · University of Nottingham Malaysia2019 – 2022

Certifications and awards· 5

Deep Learning: Image Recognition (LinkedIn Learning)2025
OpenCV for Python Developers (LinkedIn Learning)2025
Bioinformatics (CBEHx)2023
Gut Check: Exploring Your Microbiome (Coursera)2022

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