Jocelyne Rivera Email & Phone Number

Oxford, England, United Kingdom

• Worked alongside engineers, physicians and immuno-oncologists to identify and address gaps and opportunities in drug delivery to solid tumours
• Developed QC/QA assays for ultrasound contrast agents for molecular imaging
• Developed novel formulations and processes for point-of-care manufacturing of targeted microbubbles (patent application in progress)
• Developed novel drug formulations from concept to in-vivo studies and worked alongside biostatisticians to interpret complex preclinical data
• Disseminated results through 8 publications and 6 talks at international conferences
• Trained in regulatory affairs, patent law and intellectual property rights

Oxford, England, United Kingdom

• Consulted for a healthcare technology startup company specialising in AI-driven solutions
• Devised strategic business solutions in the healthcare sector
• Conducted market research and data collection to identify potential investors
• Created slide decks to communicate background, rationale, business plan and value proposition to stakeholders

Arizona, United States

• Led a 6-person interdisciplinary team to develop a test setup for quality assurance of peripheral arterial disease catheters
• Authored technical documentation (ISR, TDP, SRD) and created slide decks to communicate key results to stakeholders
• Received the Arizona Technica Manufacturing Readiness Award for outstanding usability and manufacturing readiness

Virginia, United States

• Established and led a collaborative interdisciplinary project encompassing materials and systems engineering
• Optimised the crosslinking efficiency of artificial protein hydrogels using agent-based modelling

The University Of Arizona

• Participated in a highly competitive research training program that prepares undergraduate students for doctoral studies
• Engaged in two full-time summer researches to expand scientific findings
• Enhanced communication skills by presenting findings at internal and national conferences, including ABRCMS, BMES, UROC, and UBRP

Tucson, Arizona, United States

• Developed artificial protein hydrogels that mimic the mechanical properties of red blood cells for targeted drug delivery
• Trained and mentored 3 undergraduate researchers
• National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow

Tucson, Arizona, United States

• Engineered a stretchable biomaterial for the remote monitoring of physiological data using wearable antennas
• 3D printed prototyped biocapsules with thermoplastic polyurethane

Das Management Of Clinical Trials

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Biomedical/Medical Engineering

Institute of Biomedical Engineering, Department of Engineering Science

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Biomedical Engineering, 4.0

Activities and Societies: MARC Undergraduate Research Fellow, The National Society of Leadership and Success, Society of Hispanic.

Associate Of Science - As, Biomedical/Medical Engineering, 4.0

Activities and Societies: Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society