Kira Mourão Mbcs
About Kira Mourão Mbcs
Kira Mourão Mbcs serves as the Principal Machine Learning Scientist at Asklepios BioPharmaceutical, Inc. in Edinburgh, Scotland, where she has worked since 2022. She has a robust academic and professional background in neuroinformatics, high performance computing, and machine learning, with previous roles at various institutions including the University of Edinburgh and the University of Dundee.
Work at Asklepios BioPharmaceutical
Kira Mourão Mbcs serves as Principal Machine Learning Scientist at Asklepios BioPharmaceutical, Inc. (AskBio) since 2022. In this role, she focuses on applying machine learning techniques to advance the company's bioinformatics initiatives. Prior to this position, she held the role of Senior Machine Learning Scientist at AskBio starting in 2018, contributing to various projects over a span of six years. Both roles are based in Edinburgh, Scotland, where she has been instrumental in leveraging her expertise in computational data analysis.
Education and Expertise
Kira Mourão Mbcs has a robust academic background in neuroinformatics and mathematics. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Neuroinformatics from The University of Edinburgh, completing her studies from 2006 to 2012. Prior to her PhD, she achieved a Master of Science (MSc) by Research with Distinction in Neuroinformatics at the same institution from 2005 to 2006. Additionally, she holds a Master of Arts (MA) in Mathematics and Computation from the University of Oxford, obtained from 1993 to 1996, and an MSc in Operational Research with Distinction from Lancaster University, completed in 1997.
Background in Research and Development
Kira Mourão Mbcs has extensive experience in research and development within academic and industry settings. She worked as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at The University of Dundee from 2015 to 2018 and at the University of Edinburgh from 2011 to 2015. Earlier in her career, she served as a Research Associate in Cognitive Systems at the University of Edinburgh for eight months in 2009. Her roles have involved applying high-performance computing and Grid technologies to complex research problems, enhancing her capabilities in bioinformatics and machine learning.
Professional Experience in Technology
Kira Mourão Mbcs has held various technical positions throughout her career. She worked as an Applications Consultant at EPCC from 1997 to 2002 and as a Software Developer at Tadpole Technology for six months in 2002. Following her role as a Software Developer, she became the Technical Manager at Tadpole Technology, where she worked from 2002 to 2005. These positions have contributed to her strong foundation in computational data analysis techniques and her ability to address complex research challenges.
Communication Skills and Contributions
Kira Mourão Mbcs possesses strong written and oral communication skills, developed through her extensive experience in writing research papers and technical documentation. She has also delivered presentations, showcasing her ability to convey complex information effectively. These skills are essential in her roles, where collaboration and clear communication are vital for advancing research and development projects.