Experience

Stryker Neurovascular

R&D Specialist • Nov, 2016 — Nov, 2017

Performed preclinical testing of devices for neurovascular intervention:

  • Developed vascular models using SolidWorks
  • Assessed performance of devices in bench testing using data analysis
  • Refined testing methods and composed standard testing protocol documentation
  • Performed exploratory literature evaluation studies for R&D

Engineering Intern • May, 2013 — Aug, 2013

  • Participated in Investigational Device Exemption accountability
  • Created protocol to test software to demonstrate Part 11 Compliance
  • Performed sample size analysis to determine resource allocation for testing
  • Participated in material release

Vascular Simulations, LLC

Engineering Intern • May, 2012 — May, 2013

  • Assisted in writing and designing user manual for components of vascular system replicator
  • Used SolidWorks to implement design changes

Education

Cornell University

Master of Science Degree, Materials Science & Engineering • 2014 — 2016

Stony Brook University

Bachelor of Engineering Degree, Engineering Science • 2009 — 2014

Projects

Primary Developer • 2016 — Present

PySpectrum is a free and open source software created to process and analyze hyperspectral data primarily obtained from Raman spectroscopy.

Skills

3-D Modeling Software

SolidWorks, AutoCAD

Programming

Proficient With: Python, Java
Familiar With: C, R, JavaScript, HTML, CSS

Materials Analysis Techniques

Scanning Electron Microscopy, X-ray Diffraction

Technical Writing

Testing Protocols, Work Instructions, Research Summaries

Publications

Rational Interface Design of Epoxy-Organoclay Nanocomposites : Role of Structure-Property Relationship for Silane Modifiers

Journal of Colloid and Interface Science • May 2014

Bruce AN, Lieber D, Hua I, Howarter JA

NSF research experience at Purdue University involving the use of clay as envirionmentally friendly alternative flame retardant for eventual incorporation in printed circuit boards

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