Kelci Schilly
About Kelci Schilly
Kelci Schilly is a scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb with a background in nanomaterials research and experience at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory and multiple academic institutions.
Company
Kelci Schilly is currently employed as a Scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb. Bristol Myers Squibb is a globally renowned biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing, and delivering innovative medicines to combat serious diseases. The company is committed to advancing and optimizing research to improve patient outcomes across various therapeutic areas.
Education and Expertise
Kelci Schilly possesses a strong academic background in scientific research. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from The University of Kansas, where she studied from 2015 to 2021. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, completed between 2011 and 2015. During her PhD studies, Kelci conducted extensive research on nanomaterials, contributing significantly to the field.
Professional Background
Kelci Schilly has accumulated a diverse range of research and teaching experiences across several reputable institutions. She served as a Visiting Graduate Researcher at the University of Groningen in 2018 for two months. Prior to that, in 2017, she interned at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory for three months. Kelci worked at The University of Kansas as a Graduate Research Assistant from 2015 to 2021 and as a Graduate Teaching Assistant from 2015 to 2016. She also served as a Teaching Assistant at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and conducted undergraduate research under Dr. Mark Schoenfisch from 2013 to 2015.
Achievements
Kelci Schilly has achieved notable accomplishments throughout her academic and professional career. She received the prestigious Graduate Research Fellowship from the National Science Foundation in 2016. During her time at The University of Kansas, Kelci published research on nanomaterials and presented her findings at the American Chemical Society National Meeting in 2019. Additionally, she contributed to a collaborative research project between The University of Kansas and NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
Mentorship and Guidance
Kelci Schilly has actively participated in mentoring initiatives. During her tenure at The University of Kansas, she mentored undergraduate students in laboratory techniques and research methodologies, providing them with valuable guidance and fostering their development as emerging researchers. Her mentorship extended to assisting students in designing and conducting research projects, ensuring the acquisition of critical scientific skills.