RESEARCH / SOFTWARE / AI

Mónica
Gómez-Vadillo

AI Engineer in Training | Data Scientist

Bridging scientific research, software development and artificial intelligence.

PYTHON RESEARCH AI

Projects

RESEARCH / SOFTWARE / AI

Additional Projects

SDM_BufonidaeEuropean Toad Species Distribution Modelling

Machine Learning · Geospatial Data Science

A Master's thesis project applying Random Forest models to European toad species distributions, integrating biodiversity, climate and habitat data to explore historical patterns and 2050 climate scenarios.

  • Python
  • R
  • Machine Learning
  • scikit-learn
  • GeoPandas
  • QGIS

¿Qué comemos?Weekly Meal Planner

A React and TypeScript frontend prototype for browsing recipes and planning weekly lunches and dinners, with browser-based persistence.

  • React
  • TypeScript
  • Vite
  • localStorage

Molicgv Art StudioArtist Portfolio Website

A responsive art portfolio website built with HTML and CSS, using Git and GitHub for version control.

  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Git
  • GitHub

About

SCIENCE / DATA / DEVELOPMENT

From scientific research to AI engineering

Portrait of Mónica Gómez-Vadillo

My background combines scientific research, data science and software development. As a PhD researcher at the Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales (MNCN-CSIC), I develop computational approaches to study biodiversity and ecological niches.

I've always been curious about how technology can help solve complex problems. That curiosity is guiding my path into AI engineering, building on my experience in Python, data analysis and scientific software to explore intelligent applications.

I believe science, technology and knowledge sharing can make complex ideas more accessible and useful.

Professional experience

PhD Researcher · FPI Fellow

Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales (MNCN-CSIC)

March 2024 – Present

Conducting doctoral research on ecological niches, biodiversity patterns and species coexistence across spatial scales. My work combines Python, R, geospatial analysis, statistical modelling and scientific software development.

Data Scientist

Balantia Energy Solutions & Technologies

February 2022 – January 2024

I developed and validated machine-learning models for energy-consumption forecasting using Python, R and SQL. My work also included automated ETL workflows and API integrations.

Currently learning

AI Engineering Program

4Geeks Academy

September 2026–Present In progress

Building on this experience, I am expanding my knowledge through the AI Engineering Program at 4Geeks Academy. My current training covers TypeScript, JavaScript, web development and agent-assisted specification-driven development.

Academic background

  • AI Engineering Program

    4Geeks Academy

    September 2026–Present · In Progress

  • PhD in Ecology

    Universidad Autónoma de Madrid

    In Progress · Expected completion: 2027

  • Master’s Degree in Data Science and Business Analytics

    IMF / UCAV / Indra

  • Master’s Degree in Ecology

    Universidad Autónoma de Madrid

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Biology

    Universidad Rey Juan Carlos

Research

ENVIRONMENTAL NICHES / BIODIVERSITY

My research explores how environmental niches shape biodiversity patterns and species coexistence across spatial scales. I combine ecological modelling, geospatial analysis and scientific software development to investigate these relationships.

Doctoral research

PhD in Ecology

Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales (MNCN-CSIC)

Universidad Autónoma de Madrid · Doctoral programme

PhD Researcher · FPI Fellow

March 2024 – Present

Expected completion: 2027

I develop reproducible workflows for data cleaning, quality control, geospatial processing and statistical modelling. I also develop scientific software for exploring and comparing ecological niches.

International research visit

Visiting Researcher

Institute of Marine Research (IMR), Norway

March–May 2025

I worked on ecological modelling and the analysis of large-scale marine data using Python and R, collaborating with an international research team.

Selected Publications

  • 2025

    Ice age, current climate, habitat availability, and the diversity of European dragonflies and damselflies

    Gómez-Vadillo, M., Calatayud, J., Alves-Martins, F., Ronquillo, C. & Hortal, J.

    Frontiers of Biogeography, 18, e136933

    Read article
  • 2022

    Assessing climate change exposure for the adaptation of conservation management: the importance of scale in mountain landscapes

    Gómez-Vadillo, M., Mingarro, M., Ursul, G. & Wilson, R. J.

    Land, 11(11), 2052

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Research Data

  • 2020

    Mapas de distribución geográfica de Odonatos de Europa a partir de Atlas de distribución y bases de datos online

    Gómez-Vadillo, M., Ronquillo, C. & Hortal, J.

    DIGITAL.CSIC · Research dataset

    Geographical distribution maps of European Odonata compiled from distribution atlases and online databases.

Selected Talks

  • 2026

    NHEX — Niche Hypervolume Explorer

    Gómez-Vadillo, M., et al.

    II Jornadas de Ecoinformática (AEET) · Seville, Spain · October 1–3, 2026 · Oral presentation

    Scientific software development with Python for exploring and comparing ecological niches through multidimensional hypervolumes.

  • 2026

    Climatic niche similarity and spatial co-occurrence in European dragonflies and damselflies: integrating biogeographic patterns and climatic niche similarity

    Mónica Gómez Vadillo, Joaquin Hortal, Joaquín Calatayud, Fernanda Alves-Martins & Cristina Ronquillo

    TIBS Aarhus 2026 · Denmark · January 6–10, 2026 · Oral presentation

    View abstract book (PDF)

Tech Stack

APPLIED EXPERIENCE / CONTINUOUS LEARNING

A scientific and data-driven foundation, expanding towards AI engineering.

Experience & Hands-on Projects

Tools used in professional work, research and personal projects. Each category describes its context.

  • Programming & Data

    Professional and research experience in Python, R and SQL, including data processing, analysis and interactive application development with Pandas, Streamlit and Dash.

    Hands-on Experience

    • Python
    • R
    • SQL
    • Pandas
    • Streamlit
    • Dash
    • FastAPI
  • AI & Automation

    Experience applying machine learning and statistical modelling in professional and scientific research contexts, alongside hands-on development of AI-assisted workflows, API integrations and automation projects.

    Hands-on

    • Machine Learning
    • n8n
    • LLM APIs
    • Groq
  • Frontend & Web

    Actively developing frontend skills through hands-on projects using TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, React and Tailwind CSS, as part of my AI Engineering training.

    Hands-on · Currently Developing

    • TypeScript
    • JavaScript
    • HTML
    • CSS
    • React
    • Tailwind CSS
  • Development Workflow

    Hands-on experience with Git, GitHub and specification-driven development (SDD), using AI coding agents such as GitHub Copilot, OpenAI Codex and Claude to plan, implement, review and validate software projects.

    Hands-on

    • Git
    • GitHub
    • Specification-Driven Development (SDD)
    • GitHub Copilot
    • OpenAI Codex
    • Claude

AI Engineering Learning Roadmap

My current and upcoming training at 4Geeks Academy. Upcoming topics are planned study, not completed qualifications or hands-on experience. Some modules build on concepts I have already used in projects.

  • Generative AI

    Upcoming in Training

    • LLMs
    • RAG
    • Model training and evaluation
  • Backend Development

    Upcoming in Training

    • REST APIs
    • Authentication
    • Asynchronous processing
  • Infrastructure

    Upcoming in Training

    • Docker
    • Containerized applications
  • Data Engineering

    Upcoming in Training

    • Relational databases
    • ORMs
    • Data pipelines
  • Agentic AI

    Upcoming in Training

    • AI agents
    • MCP
    • Agent memory
    • Multi-agent workflows
  • Frontend Development

    Currently Learning

    • React

    Upcoming in Training

    • Next.js
    • API integration
  • Software Engineering

    Upcoming in Training

    • Testing
    • Debugging
    • Performance optimization
    • Telemetry

Contact

LET'S BUILD SOMETHING INTELLIGENT

Let's connect.

I'm exploring opportunities in AI Engineering, while remaining open to Data Science and Machine Learning roles that build on my experience in Python, data-driven development and scientific research.

Open to professional opportunities, technical collaborations and interesting projects.