Richardson, Texas, United States
Biomedical Engineer with 6 years of experience in translational biomedical and neuromodulation research and development. I am an interdisciplinary engineer/scientist with strong project management skills, proven ability to collaborate, evaluate product design and performance, lead cross-functional teams, and execute design verification & validation (V&V), while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. I have led complex projects from concept through preclinical execution, integrating neuromodulation with rehabilitation strategies to create novel therapeutic solutions. I am currently seeking opportunities in the medtech, pharmaceutical and biotech industries, where I can apply my technical expertise, leadership experience, and passion for innovation to develop solutions that make a meaningful impact on people’s lives.
My research focused on harnessing the potential of vagus nerve stimulation for treating symptoms of neurological injuries in tandem with rehabilitation. • Developed and validated new concepts, processes, and test systems by applying multidisciplinary engineering principles (materials, mechanical, electrical, and bioengineering) to support VNS development across 5 projects. • Created and reviewed 10+ technical protocols, reports and engineering documents in compliance with GDP, GLP and QA guidelines for use across two partner institutions, reducing experimental study times by 25%. • Designed and coordinated complex engineering tests and experiments, and validated prototypes across 5 projects focused on VNS therapy development and established a new therapeutic application and 2 VNS frequencies. • Analyzed data and drew conclusions from complex test results, reviewed scientific papers, authored publications and reports, and presented findings to the KOLs at meetings and industry gatherings. • Led a team of 15 research assistants (RAs) and technicians in design and process development, applied DMAIC principles to improve operational efficiency by ~40%, and trained 40+ RAs on device microfabrication, V&V, GDP and GLP, ensuring project success and regulatory compliance. • Reduced preclinical device implantation failure rates by 55% through data-driven failure and root cause analysis and executed all facets of design validation and verification for new VNS therapy applications, including planning, documentation, testing and data analysis. • Collaborated cross-functionally with clinicians, R&D, quality, and regulatory teams to drive design decisions, align test & integration strategies, and maintain good documentation practices across 5 projects. • Led design reviews and collaborated with key users to understand user needs while assessing potential risks and mitigations to drive appropriate product design, traceability and success across 4 projects
• Mentored 13 cross-functional engineering teams through the process of defining, analyzing and implementing system requirements, while translating the voice of the customer into functional requirements and design specifications for product development. • Facilitated cross functional communication between student teams and industry & clinical partners to ensure project success. • Technical advisor for prototyping and test plan development, ensuring 100% compliance with high- impact functional and regulatory requirements.
Designed and taught lessons to inspire ~40 students (K-12) affiliated with NSBE to explore various Engineering principles.
• Supported project research, scheduling, and course planning for digital content initiatives involving subject matter experts and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs). • Provided overall strategic management and content ownership of projects including the coordination of digital and interactive content, working with content experts and KOLs to validate accuracy, goals, and timelines.