I am a graduate student aspiring to contribute to the development of devices that provide patients with high quality treatment, while collecting valuable information for medical professionals. I am pursuing graduate studies with the aim of a lifelong career in research and development of effective solutions to limitations in health technology. Through consultation with physicians and designing for operation in the human environment, I aim to implement principles of engineering design in the medical device space to assist in advancing this growing field.My notable professional skills include:• 2+ years research experience in MEMS and medical devices• 2+ years of evaluation and mentoring experience, alongside 1+ year of laboratory instruction and continuous improvement of senior undergraduate course offerings• 3+ years in applications of Solid Works including PDM, motion and FEA, alongside MATLAB, Comsol, Coventorware, MasterCAM, Pro/E Wildfire, AutoCAD, Catia, and NX5, acquired through on-the-job experience• Detail oriented and able to accurately follow procedures, as shown by success in previous medical device co-op experiences and academic pursuits; utilized in 501(k) verification and validation process, including: optimization, writing, and execution of test cases• Working knowledge of machine shop principles and usage, including the use of mill, lathe, drill press, sand blaster, pneumatic tools, TIG welding and band saw• Strong leadership skills, able to organize and lead large groups of people as demonstrated in 5 years of cadet experience and training