Alvins91
Jamaica, NY 11435
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING & RESEARCH
Scientifically-driven professional with the ability to partner the design, development, and improvement of biological and health systems, equipment and products to help resolve medical and health-related problems. Profound experience in conducting the collection and analysis of high quality data derived from clinical research studies involving human participants, while implementing the purchase, set-up, testing, and interfacing of data acquisition equipment. Expert knowledge in the design and development of medical diagnostic and clinical instrumentation, equipment, and procedures utilizing the principles of engineering and bio-behavioral sciences.
EDUCATION
MASTER OF SCIENCE ~ MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (5/2017)
New York University | Cumulative GPA: 4.00
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING ~ BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING (5/2014)
Minors: Mathematics, Business Management & Administration
City College of New York, Grove School of Engineering
Dean’s List (2013 & 2012) | Cum Laude | Cumulative GPA: 3.27
Laboratory: Aseptic technique, BIC/BAFO analysis, Cell culturing, Circuit design, Gel electrophoresis, Image analysis, Light microscopy, MicroCT, Microscopic image acquisition, Oscilloscope, Prototyping, Reagent manufacturing, Scanning electron microscopy, Simple and differential staining, Tissue embedding
Software & Tools: Microsoft Office, MatLab, Python, LabVIEW, Solidworks
Senior Design Project (9/2013-5/2014)
“Improvement of Physical Therapy for Stroke Patients by Detection of Muscle Tone”
Partnered in the development of a system that measures abnormal increases in muscle tone via electromyography and force transducer technology to prevent stroke patients from inducing flexor synergy, while performing physical therapy.
• Created an analysis algorithm to determine when the physical therapist should cease the therapy session.
• Final proposal was presented at CCNY Dept. of Biomedical Engineering Senior Design Conference.
• Awarded First Place in the 2014 Kaylie Prize for Entrepreneurship with a grand prize of $50K.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
GesTherapy New York, NY 9/2013 - 8/2014
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
Led the design and development of a diagnostic electromyography prototype based on a series of design specifications. Communicated with clinicians/customers in the neuromuscular field to validate product need.
• Implemented feedback from potential consumers as engineering requirements into current prototype; determined the pathway for medical device reimbursement.
• Tested the accuracy and precision of the medical device via system modeling and analysis protocols.
• Performed bench top laboratory experimentation to evaluate the feasibility of concepts.
• Conducted safety risk analysis to ensure the safety and efficiency of the device; documented all data and protocols in technical summaries and reports.
• Developed a strategy for an FDA Premarket Notification (510(k)) of the medical device.
Agra-Services Brokerage Springfield Gardens, NY 12/2014 - Present
AUDIT & COMPLIANCE OFFICER
Manage and drive responsibility for auditing high error-prone custom entries, while notifying importers of FDA import compliance regulations to include medical device regulations. Create custom entries for clearance of imported perishable items.
• Oversee custom entries that have been detained by FDA and provide assistance for clearance.
• Communicate with entry clerks on FDA regulations and protocols.
• Maintain accountability for error-free US Fish and Wildlife documents.
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
STEM RESEARCH PROGRAM ASSISTANT ~ City College of New York (6/2014-8/2014)
• Presented STEM research skills and experience to high school students across New York City.
• Gave feedback on student research projects and presentations, and answered questions from students on STEM future preparation, college experience, start-up experience, and research experience.
• Assisted with the preparation of workshop and events.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT ~ New York University Department of Biomaterials & Biomimetics (9/2012-8/2014)
• Performed tissue dehydration, infiltration and embedding on animal samples.
• Bone Implant Contact (BIC) and Bone Area Fraction Occupancy (BAFO) methods performed in ImageJ software to quantify bone growth surrounding dental implants.
• Trained graduate students in the processing of tissue samples and quantification of osseointegration.
• Obtained authorship on six pending research publications in the biomaterial field.
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