Yan Liu, PhD
About Yan Liu, PhD
Yan Liu, PhD, is a Software Developer at PayShepherd since 2023, with a background in Biology and extensive experience in software development and health data analysis. Liu holds a PhD from the University of Calgary and possesses five Azure certifications, along with proficiency in various programming languages and frameworks.
Work at PayShepherd
Yan Liu has been employed as a Software Developer at PayShepherd since 2023. In this role, Liu applies software development skills to enhance the company's technology solutions. The position involves collaboration with teams to develop and maintain software applications that support the company's operations.
Education and Expertise
Yan Liu holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biological Sciences from the University of Calgary. Liu also earned a Master's degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences. This educational background provides a strong foundation in applied statistics, particularly in the context of health data analysis and diagnostic testing.
Background in Software Development
Before joining PayShepherd, Yan Liu transitioned from a career in Health Data Analysis to Software Development. Liu worked as a Full Stack Developer at New Idea Machine for four months in 2023 and at InceptionU Ltd. for seven months from 2022 to 2023. This experience includes utilizing various programming languages and frameworks, such as TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, and PHP.
Certifications and Technical Skills
Yan Liu possesses five Azure certifications, indicating a strong proficiency in cloud technologies. Liu has expertise in both SQL and NoSQL databases, including MSSQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB. Additionally, Liu is experienced in modern web development tools and frameworks like React, React Native, ViteJS, NextJS, and Tailwind CSS.
Research Experience
Yan Liu has a significant research background, having worked as a PhD researcher at the University of Calgary from 2012 to 2017 in the Department of Biological Sciences. Liu also served as a Research Assistant in Pathology and Laboratory Medicine from 2020 to 2021 and as a Junior Optical Imaging Analyst from 2018 to 2019. This research experience contributes to Liu's analytical skills and understanding of health sciences.