Barbara Deschamp

**** ******** **. ***. * Lowell, MA 01851 ac1vrt@r.postjobfree.com (978) 590 - 9536

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SUMMARY

Ph.D. candidate in Biomedical Engineering with a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and eight years of experience in manufacturing testing. Proven ability to lead and supervise various groups.

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EXPERIENCE

University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA

Graduate Research Assistant Jul. 2009 - present

Conduct research on efficiency in biopharmaceutical production process through characterization of influence of raw material constituents on production of extracellular products. Utilize machine learning and multivariate data analysis to characterize mammalian cell culture data.

Collaborated in a project to develop a low cost detection system for energetic compounds in water. Trained and tested results with pattern recognition method which yielded a very high accuracy rate

Graduate Research Fellow (NSF GK-12 Fellowship) Sept. 2009 - Aug. 2011

Modeled the mechanical and electrical properties of a carbon nanotube (CNT). Investigated how CNTs may be applied in the design of tunable sensors which detect the presence of active radio transmitters in the frequency bands.

Worked as a resident scientist in Lawrence High School (Lawrence, MA), partnering with high school teachers in AP Statistics and Physics classrooms. Developed interactive projects in STEM, served as a mentor to students, introduced research methods and tools.

Graduate Teaching Assistant Sept. 2011 - Jan. 2016

Supported undergraduate classes on Introduction to Engineering, Signals and Systems, Probability and Random Processes and Linear Feedback in the Electrical and Computer Engineering department.

Developed homework problems, generated solution methodology, maintained course webpage and moderated student discussions.

Axcelis Technologies, Beverly, MA

Lead Final Test Engineer Jul. 2007 - Jul. 2009

Led a team of 10-15 final test engineers ensuring daily tasks were completed and deadlines were met. Coordinated the daily agenda and managed the workforce and resources efficiently.

Completed successful installations by meeting customers’ test qualifications at over 18 customer sites.

Final Test Engineer II Jun. 2006 - Jun. 2007

Developed test protocols and documentation for design, transitioning from engineering to production.

Worked closely with all cross-functional teams including engineering, management, software, product support and field service, addressing testing, failure analysis, product upgrades and quality assurance.

Trained new employees and personnel to operate semiconductor equipment for electrical, mechanical, vacuum and software testing.

Performed quality control, resolving issues with procedures, software, and identifying test gaps.

Final Test Engineer I Feb. 2004 - Jun. 2006

Built and tested semiconductor equipment. Installed and qualified systems at customer sites.

Lucent Technologies, North Andover, MA

Test Support Specialist Feb. 1999 - Jul. 2002

Tested telecommunications equipment using test manuals, performance specifications and schematics to determine accurate testing and procedures.

Troubleshot problems at system level and circuit level.

Trained in ISO 9000, ISO 14000, Lean Manufacturing, chemical handling, fiber optics and soldering.

SKILLS

Machine Learning, Multivariate data analysis, statistics and numerical programming.

Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW and FORTRAN.

Linux, Windows and MS Office.

Experienced in reading, writing and transcribing technical documents such as procedures and technical articles and journal papers.

Strong organizational and communication skills.

EDUCATION

University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA

Ph.D., Biomedical Engineering Expected Dec. 2017

Characterization of Mammalian Cell Culture Data.

M.S., Electrical Engineering May 2012

Modeling the Mechanical Vibration and Current Flow in Carbon Nanotubes.

B.S., Electronic Engineering Technology May 2008

AWARDS

Graduate Research Grant Award, UMass Lowell, Jan. 2013

UMass Lowell Professional Development Award, UMass Lowell, Dec. 2012

NSF Graduate Research Diversity Supplement (GRDS) Fellow, Sept. 2012

National Science Foundation (NSF) GK-12 Fellow, Jul. 09 - Aug.2011

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) (Student member); Biomedical Engineering Society; Society of Women Engineers; Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society

RELEVANT COURSEWORK

Computational Data Modeling, Biosensors, Quantitative Physiology, Engineering Process Analytics.

VOLUNTEER AND LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES

Judge at Lawrence High School Math Fair, Lawrence, MA, 2016

Mentoring Matters to Success in Stem, Google Hangouts, 2014

Understanding Interventions that Broaden Participation in Research Careers, Baltimore, MD, 2014

Panelist at 7th Annual STEM luncheon, Middlesex Community College, Lowell, MA, 2012

Coordinator and Lead of Women in Engineering Event, UMass Lowell, MA, 2010

Regional Middle School Science Fair, UMass Lowell, Lowell, MA, 2010

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