Tiffany Huff
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Physics
The University of Texas at Austin
2016 : 2021
High School Diploma
Distinguished Track
Hamshire Fannett High School
2012 : 2016
Information Security Office at The University of Texas at Austin
Senior Cybersecurity Software Engineer
Software Engineering Research Intern with the Life Sciences Computing Group at The University of Texas at Austin's Texas Advanced Computing Center. Developed a new drug discovery API for researchers around the world to use the Lonestar6 Supercomputer to test potential treatments using the molecular docking software AutoDock Vina, as well as a complimentary API utilizing the ChimeraX molecular visualization software. Created a CI/CD API for researchers to submit jobs to the Lonestar6 Supercomputer to use the 3D image reconstruction software, PyReconstruct. Worked with researchers to develop CI testing for research software. Updated a legacy API to run the AlignEM-SWiFT software on Lonestar6, and built an API to host the napari research software on the Lonestar6 supercomputer. Undertook writing of research paper for publication, presented at PEARC23 conference and was awarded Best Short Paper in the Applications and Workflow Management track.
2023 : 2023
Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC)
Research Software Engineer Intern
Meticulous Work Processing and Depositing Checks and Funds for the University's Sponsored Projects within the Mainframe System, Managed Scholarship Databases, Catalogued Credit Card and Banking Slips, Staffed Front Desk, Assisted Students, Faculty, and Staff with Financial Matters, and Performed Other Office Duties as Necessary
Received Training through Courses in Workplace Safety and Equity Practices, Prevention and Interruption of Discrimination and Harassment, and Mandatory Title IX Reporting Procedures
2020 : 2021
The University of Texas at Austin Office of Accounting and Financial Management
Student Accounting Associate
Dr. Daniel Heinzen’s Cold Atom Storage Research Group, Aided in Design and Construction of Atomic Storage Ring Utilizing AutoCAD, SolidWorks, COMSOL Multiphysics, STL, ASCII, and G-code to Create Models for 3D Printing and Machine Shop, Prepared Materials Research Reports and Executed Orders, Assembled and Used Creality Ender-3 3D Printer to Produce PLA Housing for Hexapole Magnetic Field Lens to Focus Beam of Supercooled Lithium Atoms
Experimental Laboratory Work Involving Data Acquisition and Processing, Wiring, Soldering, Optical Alignment, Maintaining Laboratory Notebook, and Implementing Safety Practices
Undertook Training Courses in LASER Safety and Operating Procedures, Inventory, Handling, and Cleaning of Hazardous Materials, and Site Specific Training
2020 : 2021
Ultracold Atomic Physics Group at The University of Texas at Austin
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Work with Dr. Karl Gebhardt and Dr. Shyamal Mitra Building on Python Based Astronomy Research Course Involving the Retrieval of HETDEX, DES, Planck, WMAP, SPT, 2dFGRS, and SDSS Data via ADQL to Investigate Dark Energy and other Cosmological Parameters determined through Markov Chain Monte-Carlo Simulations, Analyzed Results Utilizing CosmoMC, CAMB, GetDist, DS9, TOPCAT, Matplotlib, SciPy, NumPy, and AstroPy in Linux and Windows Environments
2020 : 2020
Geometry of Space Group at The University of Texas at Austin
Research Assistant - Software Engineer
Skills
3D Computer Aided Design (3D CAD), ADQL, Astrophysics, AstroPy, Atomic Physics, AutoCAD, Autodesk Fusion 360, Bash, C#, C (Programming Language), C++, CNC Programming, Computational Physics, COMSOL, Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD), Docker, DS9, Electrical Engineering, Experimental Physics, G-code, Git, Google Suite, Java, Laboratory Research, Laboratory Safety, LabVIEW, LaTeX, Linux, Machine Learning, MATLAB, Matplotlib, Mechanical Engineering, Microsoft Office, MINDSTORMS, Monte Carlo Simulation, NumPy, Optics, Pandas (Software), Polymer Physics, Public Speaking, Python (Programming Language), R (Programming Language), Robotics, Scientific Writing, SciPy, Software Development, Soldering, SOLIDWORKS, SQL, Ultimaker Cura
About
As a physics and computer science researcher, I am deeply passionate about advancing equity, diversity, and inclusivity, particularly in STEM. I recently completed an internship at the Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC), where I worked on projects with the Life Sciences Computing Group, and developed APIs to run research software on the Lonestar6 supercomputer. My research experience also includes work with the University of Texas at Austin's Physics, Astronomy, Computer Science, and Chemistry Departments regarding cosmology and ultracold atomic optics.
In addition to my technical knowledge, I am dedicated to effecting social progress through volunteering and activism in community aid organizations. I actively work to help create a more equitable and inclusive environment for all individuals, particularly those from historically marginalized communities.
My passion for physics research and computation drives me to remain on the forefront of emerging technologies, and I am committed to making science accessible to everyone through public outreach initiatives. With my unique blend of research and computational experience, and unwavering commitment to equity and inclusion, I am excited to work with a team to make a positive impact in the world.
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