Microsoft Office package and GraphPad
Ana Quiles
Scientific/Medical Writer
Oslo
Summary
Detail-oriented, analytical, team player with strong communication and organizational skills. PhD in Medicine and Health Sciences. +10 years experience with scientific writing including grant applications, review for different scientific journals, and proof-reading and editing of own and colleagues' manuscripts, presentations, and grant applications. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with high degree of accuracy. Experience working with people from different countries across the globe. Ready to help the team achieve goals and contribute to the research and innovation strategy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
Postdoctoral Researcher
Oslo University Hospital
Oslo
11.2020 - 11.2023
- Researched and applied for grant and funding proposal opportunities in philanthropic databases to identify potential income sources. Obtained 40.000 NOK.
- Published research results in peer-reviewed journals and presented at seminars and meetings. Main disease topic: Cardiovascular Diseases.
- Designed and conducted independent and joint research and development to attain short and long-term objectives.
- Co-supervised medical student.
- Peer-reviewed several articles for scientific journals.
PhD Candidate, Researcher
Oslo University Hospital
Oslo
08.2015 - 11.2020
- Wrote research papers, reports, reviews, and summaries regarding cardiovascular disease.
- Presented results as posters and abstracts in conferences, and participated in radio interview for scientific audience.
- Collaborated with leadership team to identify relevant questions and determine best methods of collection.
- Performed research into study topics to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.
- Participated in bio-banking for NOR Solidarity Trial during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Research Assistant
Katholieke Universitet Leuven
Leuven
09.2013 - 07.2015
- Volunteer experience, partly funded with ERASMUS+ grant for work internship.
- Wrote study report and applied to Belgian national grant scheme IWT, defended project in Brussels.
- Recorded experimental findings in lab notebook to analyze and interpret experimental findings.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in 2 fast-paced laboratory environments with focus on: gene therapy for rare lung diseases; and stem cell treatment for Alzheimer's. 2 scientific publications from each.
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis, to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Attended seminars and courses to improve knowledge and work.
Education
Ph.D. - Medicine And Health Sciences
Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo
Oslo, Norway 08.2015 - 11.2020
Master of Science - Biology
Faculty of Sciences, University of Granada
Granada, Spain 09.2007 - 06.2013
Skills
Scientific Writing/Review/Editing
Project Management
Interpersonal Communication and Teambuilding
Flexible and Adaptable
Attention to Detail and Problem-Solving
Certification
Writing in the Sciences (with Honors, Standford University, online)
Additional Information
- Communication liaison for Network of Spanish Researchers Abroad (RAICEX), and event organizer, at Spanish Researchers Association in Norway (SFNO/IENO) in 2020-present.
- Event Officer for the postdoc and PhD student organization UiODoc in 2019-2020
Software
BioRender, Canva, Adobe Illustrator
Literature search and Reference manager (EndNote)
Clouds (OneDrive, GoogleDrive)
Social Media (Instagram, Facebook, etc)
Affiliations
- European Medical Writing Association
- Bårdar Swing Club, Board member (decision-making and responsible for merchandise)
Interests
Swing dancing, worldwide cuisine, hiking, cross-country skiing, painting, and choir signing
Timeline
Writing in the Sciences (with Honors, Standford University, online)
08-2023
Day course in practical Rhetoric and Presentation techniques (UiO)
06-2023
Course in Health Innovation and Entrepeneurship (School of Health Innovation; 7.5 ECTS)
05-2022
Communicating Research and Writing Grant Applications (Postdoctoral programme, UiO)
10-2021
Postdoctoral Researcher
Oslo University Hospital
11.2020 - 11.2023
PhD Candidate, Researcher
Oslo University Hospital
08.2015 - 11.2020
Ph.D. - Medicine And Health Sciences
Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo
08.2015 - 11.2020
Research Assistant
Katholieke Universitet Leuven
09.2013 - 07.2015
Master of Science - Biology
Faculty of Sciences, University of Granada
09.2007 - 06.2013