EDUCATION
Stony Brook University, MS in Biomedical Engineering
Expected Graduation: December 2020
Binghamton University, BS in Biomedical Engineering
Graduated: May 2018
Binghamton University Scholars Program
Watson School of Engineering, major GPA 3.35
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
Biological Microfluidics, Graduate Genetics, Engineering Principles in Cell Biology, Thermodynamics, Nanotechnology & Drug Delivery, Advanced Biomaterials & Biocompatibility, and Biomedical Engineering Design I & II
SKILLS
Proficient in systems including MATLAB, Microsoft Office, Batch Control System (BCS), Trackwise, Sani-Matic software, and SAP. Cell culture, cell counting, centrifugation, microscopy, microplate reading, flow cytometry
RESEARCH
Determine the effects of low intensity vibrations on the proliferation of T-cells in vitro and improving the efficiency of using these vibrations with a goal to have this technology integrated with industry bioreactors
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Manufacturing Technician
June 2018-August 2019
Kedrion Biopharma, Melville NY
- Setup and operate Westfalia and Sharples centrifuges, and filter presses for the fractionation of blood plasma
- Produce buffers to maintain regulatory pH levels of blood plasma
- Maintain sterile environment through cleaning, including Cleaning-in-Place (CIP) system
- Operate BCS software to control process parameters and initiate CIP system
- Provide validation support for product and equipment validation during PPQs (Process Performance Qualification Protocols)
- Follow cGMP and company SOPs based on FDA regulations, safety, and efficiency
- Calibrate regulatory equipment such as pH and conductivity meters daily
- Revised the company’s previous records and procedures in accordance with FDA regulations to ensure the company’s improvement in the production department
- Work alongside validation, automation engineers and other cross-functional teams completing a variety of necessary tests for process/equipment validation during PPQs
- Received extensive training on hazardous materials and certified in HAZMAT to comply with all regulations
- Performed quality control tests in the laboratory for the Chemistry and Microbiology Department
BME Capstone Senior Design Project
Sept. 2017-May 2018
Binghamton University, Binghamton NY
- Developed a rehabilitative assisted jumping device for a child with cerebral palsy to improve core and leg strength of the client
- Met with the client and her support network of family and medical professionals to build a device based around her individual needs
Apprentice Electrician
May 2017-Aug. 2017
Vue Electric, Hamptons NY
- Interpreted blueprints and technical diagrams
- Inspected electrical components, such as transformers and circuit breakers
- Identified electrical problems with a variety of testing devices