Product Owner with background in data analysis and cross-team collaboration. Delivered successful research projects by turning complex problems into actionable tasks, building strong stakeholder relationships and coordinating across diverse teams. Committed to continuous learning and innovative problem-solving, currently enhancing skills in AI for Product Management.
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Pamela Matías García
Lisbon
Summary
Overview
4
Languages
1
Certification
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Helmholtz Center MunichMunich
Postdoctoral Researcher & Deputy Head of Research Group
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Analyzed large-scale datasets (~573M data points) following an A/B-style analytical design to identify persistent molecular changes in COVID-19 cases.
- Managed partnerships across four international cohorts and seven institutions — including the European Commission — aligning timelines and resolving blockers to streamline governance and decision-making.
- Prioritised research backlog for multi-cohort epigenetic study on molecular changes caused by COVID-19, enhancing focus on critical research areas.
- Facilitated cross-functional communication with data managers, statisticians, laboratory personnel and physicians, ensuring consistent data standards and effective workflows.
- Delivered a peer-reviewed publication (PMID: 42288901) as final increment of multi-cohort effort.
- Provided hands-on supervision to junior researchers and supported additional research projects producing eight peer-reviewed publications.
Helmholtz Center Munich & TUMMunich
Doctoral Researcher
01.2016 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Wrote and defended cumulative doctoral dissertation on molecular changes in kidney disease and aging, contributing to the understanding of disease mechanisms.
- Used R to analyse molecular data, producing reports, visualisations, and technical documentation that supported two thesis chapters and 15 peer-reviewed publications for diverse audiences.
- Led planning and analysis of studies on cardiovascular disease and aging, informing future research directions.
Bavarian Health and Food Safety Authority (LGL)Munich
Intern in Outbreak Management
01.2016 - 01.2017
Job overview
- Synthesised evidence, authored reports, and presented findings to shape outbreak management policy updates.
LabopatPuebla
Molecular Pathology Laboratory Coordinator
01.2011 - 01.2015
Job overview
- Oversaw laboratory operations, ensuring adherence to quality control standards and regulatory compliance.
Education
TUMGermany
Doctoral Degree from Experimental Medicine
12-2021
University Overview
LMU MunichGermany
M.Sc. from Epidemiology
12-2017
University Overview
ITESMMexico
B.Sc. from Biotechnology
12-2014
University Overview
Skills
- Agile mindset
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Stakeholder management
- International coordination
- Data analysis
- Data visualisation
- Technical writing
- Backlog management
- Requirements gathering
- Risk management
- Incremental delivery
Certification
- PSPO I Certification
- IBM AI Product Manager Professional Certificate (in progress)
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Spanish
Proficient
C2
German
Advanced
C1
Portuguese
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Postdoctoral Researcher & Deputy Head of Research Group
Helmholtz Center Munich
01.2022 - Current
Doctoral Researcher
Helmholtz Center Munich & TUM
01.2016 - 01.2021
Intern in Outbreak Management
Bavarian Health and Food Safety Authority (LGL)
01.2016 - 01.2017
Molecular Pathology Laboratory Coordinator
Labopat
01.2011 - 01.2015
TUM
Doctoral Degree from Experimental Medicine
LMU Munich
M.Sc. from Epidemiology
ITESM
B.Sc. from Biotechnology