Kathleen Bailey, PhD

Education

PhD University of Chicago, Human Genetics Aug 2015 NIH Genetics and Regulation Training Grant Sept 2010-April 2013

BA University of Chicago, Biological Sciences March 2010 Honors in Biological Sciences and Neuroscience March 2010

National Merit Scholarship Sept 2006-March 2010 Research Experience

University of Chicago, Human Genetics, Postdoctoral Scholar Aug 2015-Present University of Chicago, Human Genetics, Graduate Researcher Sept 2010-Aug 2015

Research genetic susceptibility to type 2 diabetes pioneering new perspectives

Engineer mouse genomes to build new models for disease

Identify new mechanisms and targets for potential treatment of diabetes

Teach classes as a professor’s assistant and lead review sessions

Communicate discoveries in technical writing, figures, and oral presentation

Collaborate with other researchers to expedite problem solving and ensure accuracy

Manage all aspects of projects, including hypothesis testing, data assimilation, and inquiry into current research efforts

Seattle Children’s Hospital, Center for Integrated Brain Research, Technician March 2010-Sept 2010 University of Chicago, Developmental Biology, Undergraduate research Oct 2007-March 2010

Researched genetic causes of congenital cerebellar disease to gain clinical insight using mice as a model for brain dissection

Identified steps in the pathway from genetic mutation to cerebellar disease

Maintained and organized large scale mouse breeding scheme Biotechnology and Innovation Experience

CHIentist organization for graduate students throughout Chicago, Co-founder Jan 2014-Present

Awarded Graduate Innovation Grant from University of Chicago to host CHIentist networking event for 200 students and professionals across Chicago

Manage team of organizers to maintain progress on subtasks

Oversee all aspects of the event including marketing, sponsorship, and budget

Chicago Innovation Mentors, Fellow Aug 2013-Present

Volunteer assistance to science-based technology innovation ventures

Partner with UChicagoTech for market research on Genomic Prescribing System

Complete i-Corps Program for entrepreneurial education at the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation to gain insight into start-ups

University of Chicago Biotechnology Association, Networking and Events Chair March 2013-Present

Participate in steering committee meetings and decision-making

Recruit science and business professionals for networking events with students

Develop events for science and career outreach Leadership Experience

Weber Irish Dance, Teacher and Team Leader Sept 2000-Present

Instruct students at all levels and ages and maintain student records

Lead 40-member performance team in choreography, stage presence, and teamwork

Perform as soloist

Rhythmic Bodies in Motion dance club, Administrative director/choreographer Sept 2007-June 2010

Led executive committee and company-wide meetings for 200-member student organization

Managed logistics for auditions, classes, rehearsals, performances and annual concert

Choreographed, directed, and taught original dances to students

6439 Sinclair Ave Berwyn, IL 60402 Phone: 708-921-9667 Email: kbailey1@uchicago.edu