Joe M. Powers
********@****.*** 302-***-**** *** West Laurel St, Georgetown, DE 19947
Objective
Seeking full-time employment in the field of biomedical engineering. Looking to apply my technical knowledge to solve complex problems and engage cross functionally in the development and advancement of the industry. Education
University of Delaware Graduation: December 2018
Newark, DE 19716 Major: Biomedical Engineering
Design Experience
Seating device for infants with Osteogenesis Imperfecta Project Scope: Analyzed and created a solution for controlled transitioning between reclined and upright positions for infants with moderate to severe osteogenesis imperfecta. Roles: Project manager, prototyping, presenter, engaged in design process. Developing a Low-Cost Moisture and pH Sensor for Johnson & Johnson Project Scope: Develop a low-cost, dual moisture and pH sensor that can be used as a platform technology to potentially incorporate into existing Johnson & Johnson consumer products. Roles: Prototyping, project management, presenter, product development, collaborator on engineering design Areas of interest
Topic: Mechanotransduction
Proposal: FRNK role in Fibro-Collagenous Scarring As a Result of Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin Infusion
Focus to rid fibro-collagenous scarring, in type 1 diabetics, utilizing the field of mechantransduction Topic: Cell Engineering
Proposal: Using rAAV2-retro for transgene delivery to target specific classes of projection neurons suspected to be involved with cue-induced drug seeking intensification
Plan for selectively targeting classes of projection neurons within the dorsal striatum using rAAV2-retro based viral tracing in conjunction with CRISPR/Cas 9 gene editing to form potential drug incubation treatments Work Experience
North beach Restaurant - Server/Barback May - August, 2013 – 2015 Bethany Boathouse – Server July – October, 2016
Vineyard Vines – Sales Associate October 2016 – May 2018 Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant- Server June 2018 – Current Skills
• Independent
• Technical writing
• Critical Thinking
• Work with minimal direction
• Problem solving
• Communication
Relevant Coursework
Cell/Tissue Laboratory, Cell Engineering, Mechanotransduction, Biological Transport Phenomena, Systems Physiology