Ara Bablouzian Email & Phone Number

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

• Manage the development of diagnostic optical imaging platforms (µOCT, OFDI, and SECM) for unique gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, and cochlear applications. Deliverable milestones included adaptable research models, animal performance prototypes, and pilot devices for first-in-human clinical trials• Supervise a four-person engineering team responsible for the design, fabrication, testing, and implementation of diagnostic imaging systems and accessory consoles for additional functionalities• Independently led the reconfiguration of office space into an electromechanical fabrication room to increase engineering proficiency and productivity. Managed tools and equipment, trained engineers/technicians on operating procedures, and customized clinical material inventory

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

• Led translational engineering of novel imaging systems for first-in-human studies through collaboration with postdoctoral researchers, regulatory staff, and clinicians• Consulted for device-based project plans and facilitated sharing of engineering team best practices• Implemented new lab-wide clinical inventory management and device fabrication program to revampmanufacturing, reduce administrative burden, and streamline engineering design control processes

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

• Supervised product lifecycle duties of an in-vivo diagnostic imaging system for multiple clinical studies• Independently managed system design, validation, production, user support, and documentation• Increased manufacturing reliability and productivity while comprehensively training new technicians on clinical device fabrication and related testing procedures

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

• Manufactured in-vivo diagnostic imaging systems for active clinical studies• Implemented continuous improvement principles to increase device reliability, efficiently manage inventory, refine manufacturing processes, and develop more effective test procedures• Increased manufacturing yield (+16.5%) and decreased cycle time (-56%) for an intranasal probe

Belmont, Ma And Kenilworth, Il

• Developed and implemented math learning concepts for and tutored students through high school• Assisted with administrative filing, organizing, creating and setting goals in student binders

Andover, Ma

• Updated medical software code with a clean string base to make programming, testing, and modifying portable bedside monitors more intuitive• Facilitated implementation of and trained employees on a new document management module

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

• Built and tested prototype assemblies for building material membranes and insulation systems• Independently managed upgrade of lab documentation system process

Framingham, Massachusetts, United States

• Served food and helped kitchen staff at the Carmel Terrace assisted living facility

Mccormick School Of Engineering: Bachelor Of Science In Biomedical Engineering, Biomedical/Medical Engineering, Overall Gpa: 3.1

Activities and Societies: Best Buddies, Men's Club Lacrosse, Dance Marathon, Freshman Urban Program, Engineering World Health, Biomedical.

High School Degree, General Studies

Activities and Societies: National Honors Society, Indoor Track, Outdoor Lacrosse, Teaching Assistant at Christa McAuliffe Regional.