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IDALBA SERRATO POMAR

IDALBA SERRATO POMAR

Technical Writer
Montpellier

Summary

Detail-oriented Technical Writer with a strong foundation in scientific research, data analysis, and technical documentation. Translates complex scientific concepts into clear, structured content, specializing in writing and standardizing research protocols, scientific articles, and technical reports to enhance knowledge transfer across multidisciplinary teams. Proficient in documenting methodologies, analyzing data, and developing engaging visual representations to support informed decision-making through expertise in in vitro, in vivo, and ex vivo experimentation. Skilled in research proposal writing, training material development, and team collaboration to bridge the gap between technical accuracy and accessibility. Passionate about streamlining documentation processes to effectively communicate scientific findings to diverse audiences.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages

Work History

Postdoctoral Researcher

MIVEGEC/IRD
Montpellier
01.2024 - 12.2024

Researched and reported on how subgenomic viral RNA impacts the innate immune response in vitro, in vivo, and ex vivo.

• Documentation of in vivo and ex vivo experiments

• Development and standardization of protocols

• Technical and scientific writing (articles, reports, and procedures)

• Data analysis, visualization, and report generation

• Preparation and delivery of presentations

• Training materials development and team training

PhD Student

MIVEGEC/IRD
01.2021 - 12.2023

Managed laboratory operations, ensuring timely completion of experiments and accurate data collection, related to Immunological role of subgenomic viral RNA secreted in mosquito saliva.

• Same as (1) plus:

• Writing and editing the research proposal

• Documentation of in vitro experiments

• Training and mentoring of students

Research Assistant

Instituto Nacional De Salud/Fundacion Salutia
Bogotá
01.2018 - 12.2020

Evaluated the consequences of insecticide resistance on vector capacity.

• Same as (2) plus:

• Coordination of laboratory documentation processes

• Remote documentation management

Technical Consultant

Instituto Nacional de Salud/Tephinet
Bogotá
04.2017 - 12.2017

Assisted sales teams in closing deals by providing technical expertise, product demonstrations, and addressing customer concerns during insecticide resistance trials.

• Fieldwork documentation and coordination

• Remote technical writing and reporting

• Collection and documentation of biological samples

• Development of laboratory evaluation protocols and data analysis reports

• Preparation of training materials and knowledge dissemination

Research Assistant

ICEMR - Centre International D'excellence Pour La Recherche Sur Le Paludisme
04.2016 - 04.2017

Coordination of malaria surveillance and control activities

• Coordination of laboratory documentation and sample collection

• Technical documentation of laboratory experiments

Technical Consultant

Kuankua
01.2016 - 03.2016

Analyzed the impact of human activity on diversity.

• Report writing and technical documentation

• Data analysis, storage, and management

• Documentation of fieldwork, including capture, measurement, and release of small terrestrial mammals

Research Scholar

CIDEIM
01.2012 - 12.2015

Optimized laboratory protocols and procedures ensuring stringent adherence to ethical guidelines while maintaining high-quality results to analyze biological factors associated with vector-pathogen relationships.

• Same as (1) and (2)

Teacher

Gimnasio Campestre et Corporacion Minuto de Dios
06.2011 - 12.2011

Delivered training on procedures, instrumentation, and protocols of cell biology and fundamental chemistry.

Graduate Intern

CIDEIM
03.2010 - 03.2011
  • Learned new laboratory techniques and applied expertise in carrying out enhanced experiments under supervision of senior lab members.
  • Differential gene expression associated with immune response in mosquitoes.

Technical Consultant

Fundacion Natura/USAID
03.2009 - 03.2010

Continuous support was provided to coffee grower groups, offering them guidance on certifying them in sustainable agricultural practices.

Education

Ph.D. - Biology of Infectious Diseases

Universite Aix-Marseille
Marseille, France
04.2021 - 01.2023

Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences

Universidad Del Valle
Santiago De Cali
04.2013 - 01.2015

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Universidad Del Tolima
Ibagué
04.2002 - 01.2008

Skills

Innovation and creativity

Scientific writing

Experimental design

Classroom instruction

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Software

Geneious

Krita

Inkscape

Graphpad

Mendeley

Office pack

Affiliations

Member of the Royal Entomological Society

Certification

Good clinical practices

Scientific ilustration

In my free time I do illustrations for children.

Timeline

Postdoctoral Researcher

MIVEGEC/IRD
01.2024 - 12.2024

Good clinical practices

01-2023

Ph.D. - Biology of Infectious Diseases

Universite Aix-Marseille
04.2021 - 01.2023

PhD Student

MIVEGEC/IRD
01.2021 - 12.2023

Research Assistant

Instituto Nacional De Salud/Fundacion Salutia
01.2018 - 12.2020

Technical Consultant

Instituto Nacional de Salud/Tephinet
04.2017 - 12.2017

Research Assistant

ICEMR - Centre International D'excellence Pour La Recherche Sur Le Paludisme
04.2016 - 04.2017

Technical Consultant

Kuankua
01.2016 - 03.2016

Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences

Universidad Del Valle
04.2013 - 01.2015

Research Scholar

CIDEIM
01.2012 - 12.2015

Teacher

Gimnasio Campestre et Corporacion Minuto de Dios
06.2011 - 12.2011

Graduate Intern

CIDEIM
03.2010 - 03.2011

Technical Consultant

Fundacion Natura/USAID
03.2009 - 03.2010

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Universidad Del Tolima
04.2002 - 01.2008
IDALBA SERRATO POMARTechnical Writer