About

Courtney Backstrom is a highly motivated and analytical Quality Systems Engineer at Biofourmis, with a strong background in data-driven decision making, quality design assurance validation, Python & SQL, artificial intelligence, and systems management. With a proven ability to manage multiple projects effectively, she has contributed to project teams, achieved deadlines, and collaborated with multidisciplinary colleagues on a global level. Aside from her technical expertise, Courtney has a passion for trending analytics, marketing foresight, startup consulting, and content design. She is actively exploring and growing in venture capital, private equity, and investment methods. Courtney believes in being curious and kind, and she lives by the quote, "The one who plants trees, knowing that he will never sit in their shade, has at least started to understand the meaning of life." by Rabindranath Tagore. Currently, Courtney works as a Microbiology Researcher at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. She has previously worked as a General Chemistry Tutor at the University of Minnesota and as a Medical Scribe at Elite Medical Scribes in the St. John's Emergency Department. Courtney has a Master of Science (M.S.) in Medical Device Innovation and Biomedical Informatics from the University of Minnesota, which she is expected to complete in 2022. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Public Health and Policy, Biology from the University of Minnesota, which she completed in 2017. Additionally, she attended Lakeville South High School from 2009 to 2013. Courtney's tech stack includes SQL, Python, and Research Scientist, and she has 3.68 years of relevant experience. With her skills and experience, she is a valuable asset to any team in the fields of artificial intelligence, startup consulting, and venture capital.