Profile
As a dedicated and innovative Biomedical Engineering student at Duke
University, I am passionate about leveraging my technical expertise and
leadership skills to make impactful contributions in the field of
engineering and medicine. With a strong foundation in engineering
principles, demonstrated through hands-on experience in workshop management
and teaching assistant roles, I excel in environments that require both
technical acumen and effective communication. My involvement in diverse
projects, from clinical research to developing a patented medical device,
reflects my commitment to practical, real-world applications of biomedical
engineering. I am eager to further my experience in a dynamic and
challenging environment, where I can contribute to meaningful advancements
in healthcare and engineering.
Education
Duke University
2022 to 2026 (expected) — Durham, NC
Incarnate Word Academy High School
2018 to 2022 — Corpus Christi, Tx
Experience
Assistant Manager
From Sepember 2023 to Present at The Foundry (Duke University) - Durham, NC
- Made continuous improvements to the Foundry maker space.
- Developed new processes to improve the utility and safety of the foundry.
- Assisted students and engineering clubs with the fabrication of projects in the shared space.
- Managed the Foundry's stock of materials and tools.
- Trained new employees on the use of the Foundry's equipment.
Engineering Design Teaching Assistant
From August 2023 to Present at Duke University - Durham, NC
- Helped students operate machinery and tools used in engineering workflows. These include FDM printing devices, laser cutters, and software such as Fusion 360.
- Taught the fundamentals of engineering design through the EGR-101 course to first-year engineering students (fyd.duke.edu).
- Graded student's projects and provided feedback.
- Machine shop safety training and certification.
Engineering Services Intern
From July 2023 to August 2023 at The City of Corpus Christi - Corpus Christi, TX
- Worked with the Engineering Services Department to develop a new system for tracking and managing the city's infrastructure.
- Created several workflows to improve efficiency within the division.
- Assisted in the transition and deployment of a new data management and project tracking system.
- Assisted in project management and budgeting.
Clinical Research Associate
From June 2023 to August 2023 at CHRISTUS Spohn Health System (Shoreline) - Corpus Christi, TX
- Worked with the Institutional Review Board (IRB) to ensure compliance with all federal regulations.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data.
- Collected data for several clinical studies as part of the Emergency Medicine Residency Program, following all procedures as required by the FDA.
- Used EMR tools such as Meditech to gather and analyze medical record data for studies.
Soccer Referee (GR 5)
From 2020 to Present at The USSF - National
- Applied the laws of soccer as designated by The IFAB in a fair manner.
- Managed the game and ensure the safety of the players.
- Communicated with players and coaches to ensure a fair game.
- Made decisions on fouls, misconduct, and other infractions.
- Maintained a professional demeanor and appearance.
Patents
- Device and Methods for Arterial Insertion Training | US 63/463,432 (Provisional) Filed May 2, 2023
Leadership & Extracuricular Involvement
PATS Development - Founder and Developer
August 2022 to Present
- Developing an innovative arterial line placement device, received a $5,000 VentureWell grant.
DuRM Robotics Mentorship - Community Outreach Lead & Classroom Mentor
September 2023 to Present
- Developed a and taught curriculum for teaching robotics to middle school students.
- Interacted with local schools to create schedules for mentors to teach robotics.
Duke AERO - Payload Team
August 2022 to May 2023
- Contributed to the development of a CubeSat-like payload for the Duke AERO 2023 rocket.
RunCorpusChristi - Founder, Event Manager, and Team Lead
August 2020 - July 2022
- Organized running events for charity in Corpus Christi, TX.
Texas State Aquarium - Student Volunteer | Fish & Herpetology
May 2017 - April 2019
- Cared for animals and educated guests on environmental issues.
- Gold Presidents award for Volunteer Service
Certifications
- 🔗 CITI Program - Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC)
- 🔗 CITI Program - Principal Investigator; Sub Investigators; CRC's (Human Subjects)
Skills
- Python, C, LaTeX, SQL
- HTML, CSS, TailwindCSS
- AutoCAD
- AutoDesk Fusion360
- AutoDesk Eagle
- Word, Excel, PPT, Outlook
- CAM
- 3D Printing
- GIS, Google Earth PRO
- Machining
- Circuit Board Creation
- Robotics
- SCUBA
- Photoshop, Illustratior
- Event Management