RAFAEL PICHARDO

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OBJECTIVE

To obtain a full-time position that will enable me to use my strong organizational skills, diverse experience and educational background towards advancing science, engineering and technology.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Clinical Analyst/Research Engineer, Biomet Microfixation, (Jacksonville, FL) February 2015 – June 2015

Interfaced with Director of Research and Research Manager for input in the design evaluation of new projects

Followed SOPs related to research and monitored/audited data for clinical studies about medical devices

Ensured case report form entries mirror the electronic database, exported data from database to Excel

Organized data for analysis and conducted statistical analyses using Excel and Minitab according to protocol

Prepared tables/graphs for the submission/presentation of the results to the FDA and investigators

Coordinated with various departments to order materials and design/build new fixtures for testing

Developed verification and validation protocols, DOEs, mechanical testing with MTS and technical reports

Updated post market surveillance clinical evaluation reports for design history files per FDA requirements

Supported/participated in numerous tasks/projects in a fast-paced environment in an organized manner while meeting deadlines

Research Assistant, University of Florida College of Dentistry, (Gainesville, FL) January 2014 – August 2014

Supported approximately 400 research participants with completing the Oral Cancer Study

Consented participants forms, aided survey completion and answered follow-up question

Executed data entry, record keeping/filling and transcribed audio files

Monitored scientific research protocols, procedures and supported the dentist during the dental screenings

Worked in teams on Urban/Rural community outreach and timely follow-up with assigned tasks

R&D Laboratory Technician, Captozyme LLC, (Alachua, FL) July 2013 – September 2013

Followed SOPs to complete laboratory experiments using the HPLC (IEC) and Gel Electrophoresis method

Logged data into lab notebooks or data forms and analyzed Enzyme Assay activity samples

Performed tasks assigned and prepared media, buffer and reagent for Cell Culture

Supply received, reagent inventory, cleaned, autoclaved of glassware and equipment for sterilization

Followed operating instructions, maintained supplies, placed orders, verified receipt

Documented information by daily logs and equipment record notebooks

Resolved problems by examining and evaluating data, instrumentation maintenance and calibration

DESIGN PROJECT EXPERIENCE

Graduate Research, Dr. Jon Dobson Lab, (Gainesville, FL) August 2014 – December 2014

pH dependence of DNA adsorption/desorption on magnetic nanoparticle/polymer complexes

Investigated the role of pH changes on the dynamics of DNA adsorption and desorption on cationic polymer-coated iron oxide nanoparticles using Flow Cytometry, pH-Meter, Spectrophotometer and Ultra-Centrifuge

Research Design, 2014 Nissan Design Team Challenge, (Detroit, Michigan) November 2014

Led the Team to a 2nd place finisher in the 72 hours competition at the 2014 SHPE Conference

Proposed a solution using biomimicry designed to be cost effective and easy to use portable device

Offered a multifunctional system that constantly condensate water from air to provide access to clean water

Research/Engineer, Portable Stability Device Team, (Gainesville, FL) October 2013 -– November 2013

Designed and implemented a system to recover the patient functions

Introduced a portable stability device that improve the balance, mobility, coordination, and concentration of the patient

Research/Developer, Disaster Relief Truck Water Team, (Gainesville, FL) January 2013 – April 2013

Incorporated a water system to collect water (AutoCAD) and filter it to appropriate standards

Contributed to develop and integrate all technologies with other teams

Researched resource recovery technologies capable to produced water from waste

Maximized design efficiently using raw materials to collect rainwater from the roof

Research/Experimenter, Cheese Making Optimization Team, (Gainesville, FL) November 2012

Collaborated to develop cheese strainer (AutoCAD) with other team members

Optimized process of cheese making out of common household ingredients

Achieved greatest yield for the best recipe and adjusted it based on incubation time

Electrical/Programmer, Digital Flow Meter Team, (Gainesville, FL) September 2012 – October 2012

Managed the electronic system of the flow meter

Developed, build and tested prototype, and assembled sensory circuitry

Integrated infrared sensor to count revolutions per minute

Coded the Arduino program to measure the flow rate of the water

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Graduate Recruiter, 2014 SHPE Conference, (Detroit, Michigan) November 2014

Selected as a member for a team of recruiters from the University of Florida College of Engineering

Provided information and guidance for undergraduate students interested in graduate studies

Clinical Preceptorship, UF Health Hospital, (Gainesville, FL) September 2014 – October 2014

Shadowed one of this nation top cardiothoracic surgeons Dr. Mark Bleiweis

Proposed a study on a Biodegradable Cell-Seeded Tissue Adhesive for Heart Surgery and Vessel Repair

Volunteer, Prime-Time After School Program, (Gainesville, FL) May 2010 – July 2010

Tutored and Mentored 1st to 5th grade students in Math, Science and English

Team Captain, National Swim Team, Dom. Rep., (Sto Dgo, DR) June 2005 – July 2009

Represented internationally Dominican Republic in major competitions around the Caribbean, Central America, South America and Europe while establishing national and meet records

Traveled to Venezuela, Mexico, Italy, El Salvador, Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Language: Fluent Spanish (Written/Oral)

Software: MS Office, AutoCAD, Matlab, Simulink, Minitab, Vensim, Agilent ChemStation, Station Manager

Laboratory Skills: Lab Testing/Safety, Instron, Following SOPs, Sterilization, Equipment Calibration, Biohazard Safety, Teamwork, Supply Management, Self-Development, Biomedical Waste Training, Common Laboratory Techniques, Design of Experiments

EDUCATION

M.S. in Biomedical Engineering (University of Florida, Gainesville, FL) December 2014

GPA: 3.26/4.0

B.S. in Biological Engineering, Cum Laude (University of Florida, Gainesville, FL) May 2013

Minors in Biomolecular Engineering and Biomechanics

GPA: 3.37/4.0

AFFILIATIONS

Member, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, (Gainesville, FL) January 2010 - Present

Offensive Player, UF Underwater Hockey Club Team, (Gainesville, FL) August 2009 – December 2014

Distance Swimmer, UF Swim Team, (Gainesville, FL) August 2008 – July 2009

RECOGNITIONS & AWARDS

First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Honorary Member (Jacksonville, FL) October 2013

FCHCC Achieving the Dream Scholarship Recipient (Jacksonville, FL) October 2013

The Order of The Engineer Inductee (Gainesville, FL) May 2013

Hispanic Scholarship Fund/Lowe’s Companies, Inc. Scholarship Recipient (Gainesville, FL) July 2012

UF College of Engineering/Engineering Scholarship Recipient (Gainesville, FL) January 2010

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