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Mel Le Bon

Advanced Data Fellowship Coach

Multiverse | London, UK

Technologies

My Portfolio Highlights

My New Course

Introduction to Deep Learning with PyTorch

My New Course

Deep Learning for Images with PyTorch

My New Course

Software Engineering Principles in Python

My New Course

Introduction to Deep Learning with PyTorch

Data Scientist

My Work

Take a look at my latest work.

DataLab

Exploring the Bitcoin Cryptocurrency Market

DataLab

Image Classification in PyTorch

course

Case Study: Set Up a Book Recommendation App in Azure

DataLab

Exploring the Bitcoin Cryptocurrency Market

My Certifications

These are the industry credentials that I’ve earned.

Other Certificates

Higher Education Academy Fellowship of The Higher Education Academy

Microsoft Azure: AZ-900

Datacamp Professional Data Scientist

DataCamp Course Completion

Take a look at all the courses I’ve completed on DataCamp.

Courses

Introduction to Python
Introduction to SQL
Understanding Data Science
Intermediate SQL

My Work Experience

Where I've interned and worked during my career.

Multiverse | Nov 2023 - Present

Advanced Data Science Instructor

• Deliver industry training in data science and AI: Python, SQL, Visualisation, Machine Learning (Regression, Classification, Forecasting, Clustering…), Statistical Analysis, Cloud computing. • Coach individuals and teams to deliver business value through technical training. Support apprentices to apply their skills into projects that drive business impact and ROI.
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Code First Girl | May 2023 - Dec 2023

Data Science Instructor

• Taught Python and SQL online courses upskilling and empowering women to start or transition their career in data and tech.

Pivigo / Moirai Biodesign | Feb 2023 - May 2023

Data Scientist

• Developed and implemented a reinforcement learning algorithm to optimise mRNA stability for medical applications in a biotech start-up environment. • Collaborated in an agile framework and cross-functional team to develop a Q-learning and deep reinforcement learning model (Python) to enable faster mRNA sequence design time.

Mars Petcare | Aug 2019 - Dec 2022

Senior Research Scientist

• Led and delivered a scientific research portfolio focused on the gut microbiome of pets through nutritional interventions across multiple healthcare and R&D divisions. • Managed clinical trial full life cycle from design to reporting, with a strong understanding of ethical, safety, and regulatory requirements and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. • Conducted statistical analysis and predictive modelling on complex datasets extracting insights and creating powerful data visualisation for effective storytelling (R). • Developed and implemented a data quality validation pipeline for sequencing and bioinformatics outputs. Abided to FAIR principles for data management and quality. • Provided subject matter expertise in “omics” technologies to address technical challenges, leading to the standardisation of protocols and metadata adopted by Mars first global Biobank (>20,000 pets) with the aim to drive breakthroughs in disease diagnosis & prevention. • Communicated research results effectively to technical and non-technical audiences and facilitated the translation of research outputs into business values such as patent filing or new product claims. Proven ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders. • Acted as data literacy champion supporting colleagues in upskilling programs. Gained 2 recognition awards and mentored junior colleagues to achieve their career progression goals.

Nottingham Trent University | Jan 2015 - Aug 2019

Lecturer - Senior Lecturer

• Delivered engaging lectures and led undergraduate and postgraduate courses in animal science, earning scores >4.5/5 for student satisfaction. Module leader of: Applied Animal Nutrition, Nutritional Biochemistry, Research Design and Applied Statistics. • Led academic research focused on sustainable food production through improved nutrition and gut health of livestock animals, securing funding and effectively managing a team of technical staff and project students. Supervised 3 PhD students to thesis completion. • Presented at multiple conferences and published scientific papers. Regularly engaged as a journal peer reviewer, prize judge and session chair for conferences and academic societies.

Lallemand Animal Nutrition | Oct 2012 - Dec 2014

Research Scientist

• Designed and led scientific research studies investigating the interplay between nutrition, gut health, and microbiome to improve animal health and performance. • Analysed complex datasets using statistical methods to assess the efficacy of dietary interventions from randomised controlled trials.

AHVLA | Aug 2006 - Aug 2007

Lab Technician (student placement)

• 12 months student industry placement (full-time) • Laboratory technician with rotation across haematology, biochemistry and microbiology departments.

My Education

Take a look at my formal education

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biosciences (Microbiome)University of Nottingham | 2012
Bachelor of Science (BSc Hons) in Biochemistry and MicrobiologyNottingham Trent University | 2008
DUT Génie Biologique and DUET, Industrie Alimentaire et BiologiqueI.U.T Creteil-Vitry | 2005

About Me

Mel Le Bon

Established research and data scientist with 10+ years of experience across academia and industry in the health and tech sector. Passionate about data and AI to drive innovative and cutting-edge solutions to transform human health.

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