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Mirela Ibrahimovic, M.P.H.

imirela@umich.edu • 616.633.7169

EDUCATION
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Master of Public Health in Hospital and Molecular Epidemiology May 2020
Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience May 2017

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

Certificate in Public Health Genetics May 2020

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Research Assistant Ann Arbor, MI
University of Michigan, Department of Epidemiology October 2018–August 2020
Supervisor: Alison Mondul, Ph.D., M.S.P.H. and Laura Kresty, Ph.D, M.S.
• Identified validated target genes of significantly altered microRNAs following vitamin D
treatment of head and neck cancer cell lines, SCC 25 and CAL 27 using MiRTarBase software.
• Analyzed validated gene targets regulated by relevant up or down-regulated microRNAs
through DAVID v6.8.
• Explored functional analysis of common gene targets shared between CAL-27 and SCC-25 with
the aid of MetaCore software.
• Evaluated gene ontologies, process networks, GO processes, and relevant pathway diagrams
related to identified genes.
• Compiled and authored the introduction, portions of materials and methods section, discussion,
and conclusion of the prospective pilot study using knowledge of principles of epidemiology.

Research Assistant Ann Arbor, MI

University of Michigan, Department of Psychology September 2016–April 2017
Supervisor: Brandon Aragona, Ph.D.
• Used ex-vivo fast-scan cyclic voltammetry to collect and analyze dopamine concentration in
prairie vole brain slices.
• Created carbon fiber electrodes and solutions necessary for experimentation, performed post-
operative monitoring for craniotomies, and weaned infants from colony.
• Trained new research assistants in solution and carbon fiber creation, as well as data analysis.

PUBLICATIONS

• Ibrahimovic M, Franzmann EJ, Mondul AM, Weh KM, Howard C, Hu J, Goodwin JW, Kresty LA.
Disparities in head and neck cancer: A case for chemoprevention with vitamin D. Nutrients. 29
August 2020.
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HEALTHCARE EXPERIENCE
COVID-19 Disease Investigator Louisville, KY
Lacuna Health October 2020-Present
• Conducted contact tracing interviews and empathetically explained isolation and quarantine
guidelines to positive COVID-19 cases on behalf of Louisville Metro Health Department
• Provided resources for confirmed positive and probable cases as well as close contacts of those
cases in order to be able to complete the appropriate isolation and quarantine periods.
• Answered patient questions in regard to infectious disease, COVID-19 diagnostic testing, and
how to care for oneself and those with COVID-19.
• Contacted employers and businesses to provide public health advisories and alerts of COVID-19
exposures.

Clinical Coordinator Southfield, MI

Consultants in Ophthalmic & Facial Plastic Surgery May 2017–August 2019
• Facilitated communication between surgeons and patients.
• Responsible for patient health information, tracking MRI/CT scans, monitoring patients on
Kahaly protocol, and managing blood work orders.
• Assisted in the development and organization of a satellite clinic in Marquette.
• Trained new medical scribes on ophthalmic medical abbreviations, anatomy, and patient care
responsibilities.

Certified Nursing Assistant Grand Rapids, MI

Holland Home May 2014–August 2014
• Provided high-quality compassionate patient care within a rehabilitation and long-term nursing-
home dementia and schizophrenia patient ward.
• Preserved patient respectability while feeding, diapering, and emptying drainage bags.
• Assisted residents with activities of daily living, including transferring using assistive devices,
dressing, and grooming.

TEACHING AND MENTORING

Graduate Student Mentor Ann Arbor, MI
Course: BIOLOGY 226—Human and Animal Physiology September 2019–April 2020
Laboratory
University of Michigan, Department of Biology
• Mentored new and current graduate student instructors to help facilitate learning how to teach
and to help them feel confident in the material they are presenting.
• Addressed questions about physiology, statistics, data analysis for biology, student issues,
animal handling, and experimentation.
• Succeeded in creation of a creative and productive team environment which enabled us to
provide the best education to our students.
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Graduate Student Instructor Ann Arbor, MI

Course: BIOLOGY 226—Human and Animal Physiology January 2019–April 2020
Laboratory
University of Michigan, Department of Biology
• Taught physiology concepts as well as data analysis and monitored undergraduate students
during experimentation.
• Created weekly presentations, quizzes, and assignments to gauge student standing and progress
in the course.
• Effectively communicated novel concepts in biology while simultaneously engaging students.

CERTIFICATIONS
• Provider Basic Life Support (CPR & AED) via the American 2014, re-certified 2017
Heart Association

SOFTWARE AND DATABASE PROFICENCIES

• Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word (expert)
• IBM SPSS Statistics (intermediate)
• SAS (intermediate)
• MiRTarBase (beginner)
• MetaCore (beginner)
• Canava Graphic Presentations (beginner)
• NCBI Blast (beginner)

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Michigan Blood
Role: Volunteer December 2013–February 2014
• Helped volunteers fill out their forms accurately and answered any questions to their
satisfaction.
• Monitored the volunteers post-blood draw to ensure safety and no loss of consciousness.

Special Education
Affiliation: Crestwood/Valleywood Middle School
Role: Teaching Assistant September 2009–Present
• Participated in helping kids learn basic life-skills such as cooking and cleaning.
• Created projects and activities to facilitate learning during my visits.
• Provided health education and created visual learning tools.