NGOC NGUYEN
San Jose, *****
*********@*****.***
Education
San Jose State University, San Jose, CA – [expected Dec. 2018]
Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Relevant Coursework
-Biomaterials - Bio-transport Phenomena
-Statistics - Foundations of Biomedical Engineering
-Medical Device Design and Principles - Physiology for Engineers
-Biomedical Regulatory Requirements - Engineer Reports and Graduate Research
Summary:
Familiar with MATLAB, SolidWorks, Graphpad Prism, Minitab, and SQL
Wrote SOPs and IFUs, term papers and project reports
Knowledge of FDA regulations, GMP practices, FMEA, and lean manufacturing tools
Acquired skills: PCR, sterile techniques, gel electrophoresis, DNA/protein extraction and purification
Worked with cell cultures, DNA samples, fluorescent dyes, assay kits and reagents
Knowledge of statistics and analyzed raw data; troubleshooting
Attention to details through laboratory records keeping, followed protocols, and worked with invoices
Work well with cross-cultural team; Communicated with customers/vendors for pricings and quotes
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Docs, Google Sheets, RefWorks
Related Experience
Master’s Project, CardioLab Research - SJSU, CA – [Completed]
“Realistic Flow Conditions for a Detailed Characterization of the Hemodynamic Performance of Prosthetic Heart Valves”
Used SolidWorks to design components
Evaluate matching refractive index of fluids vs. material
Re-built and improved the components of a mock circulation loop
Worked in team-based environment, met incremental deadlines, reviewed literature, and reported results in writing and presentation format
Teaching Associate, Engineering Physiology Lab - San Jose State University – [1 semester]
Provided lectures on physiology of the human body related to lab courses
Facilitated a learning environment for students to ask questions and understand lab concepts
Graded lab reports
Research Associate II, AnaSpec, Inc., Fremont, CA – [4 year]
Developed various assay kits with fluorometric/colorimetric/luminescent substrates
Performed sandwich ELISA, cell cultures, and protein-conjugates
Acquired technical skills such as spectrometer, fluorimeter, microscope, PCR techniques, gel/SDS electrophoresis, and autoclave
Wrote SOPs and instruction for use, analyzed and reported data, managed product inventories and lab supplies, and communicated with customers and vendors