Forough Askarisiahooie

Profile

Enthusiastic and self-motivated biomedical engineer with experience in Biomechanical Engineering, Biomechanics; seeking to use principles and practices of engineering in design, development and analysis of novel medical devices and diagnostic methods; dedicated to becoming an adaptable and valuable team member. I am now ready to learn data science to boost my career.

Employment History

Device Design and Development Engineer Co-Op, Biogen Inc., Cambridge, MA

JANUARY 2023 — JUNE 2023

· Executed analysis of patients’ interactions with combination products and packaging types using Machine Learning with Python

· Communicated the findings of human factor data analysis to the technology and packaging development team to transform clinical observations into new device concepts and requirements

· Assisted with implementing and documentation of patients’ adherence tracking procedure

· Assisted with testing the functionality of autoinjectors and pre-filled syringes using Instron machine

· Performing lab management, including cooperation with team members in labeling lab equipment and keeping/updating inventory system

· Followed and executed wearable large volume injector dose accuracy test protocol for design control and risk management purposes

Working with team members to report on test results, providing conclusions and recommendations for improving test protocols

· Supported conception, design, development and manufacturing 3D-printed prototypes of syringe-holder rack, leading to reduction in design and development time

· Making iteration on CAD designs to develop optimal solutions based on users’ feedback

· Assisted with handling and shipment of packages to group members

· Cooperated with device design and development team in medical device assembly for validation and verification purpose

Graduate Research Assistant in Mechanical Engineering, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, NV

MARCH 2020 — MAY 2023

· Developed an algorithm for automation of plantar contact area estimation in a dynamic state using K-Means clustering (un-supervised Machine Learning)

· Clinical data collection for plantar tissue thickness measurement from patients with diabetes using ultrasound technique, and plantar pressure measurement during gait using in-shoe insoles

· SolidWorks instructor during summer session 2022 - Course ME 220

Graduate Research Assistant in Bone Tissue Mechanics, College of Medicine, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ

MARCH 2019 — FEBRUARY 2020

Conducted modeling and data-analysis through programming in MATLAB to identify the reduction of forces at bone-screw interface, cooperated with researchers in orthopedics to apply engineering techniques to solve problems in medicine

Graduate Research Assistant in Biomedical Engineering, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ

FEBRUARY 2013 — MARCH 2017

· Developed Implemented a mathematical algorithm in MATLAB to filter the 3-D network of cerebral vasculature from raw medical images (CT angiography) for stroke analysis

· Cooperated with team members for manufacturing micro-discs on silicon chips by following documented protocol in a clean-room environment

· Executed a protocol for measuring specific protein and DNA concentration using Whispering Gallery Mode optical biosensors

· Assisted with acquisition and analysis of two-dimensional images of Amyloid protein aggregation by Multimode AFM (Atomic Force Microscope)

· Delivered presentations in weekly meetings to share own expertise and to help achieve the goals of the team

Graduate Research Assistant in Soft Tissue Mechanics, Tehran PolyTechnic

FEBRUARY 2013 — MARCH 2017

· Developed and conducted the experimental protocol to characterize the mechanical behavior of animal biological and implantable vascular tissues

· Developed a program in MATLAB to estimate the material properties of the vascular tissues based on experimental results

· Developed, coded, troubleshooted and conducted a program in UMAT, along with and ABAQUS structural finite element model, for simulation of tensile-test experiment, stress and strain analysis, and acquisition and validation of material properties from mechanical behavior of vascular tissues

· Prepared a literature review on Characterizing the Material Properties of biological vascular tissues and implantable vascular grafts

Education

Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

MAY 2020 — DECEMBER 2023

Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering, University of Arizona, Tucson

AUGUST 2017 — DECEMBER 2018

Master of Science, Tissue Engineering, Tehran PolyTechnic

FEBRUARY 2013 — FEBRUARY 2015

Bachelor of Science, Biomechanical Engineering, Tehran Polytechnique

SEPTEMBER 2008 — SEPTEMBER 2012

Contact Details

Las Vegas, United States

520-***-****

ad34uk@r.postjobfree.com

Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability to Changes

Principles and Practices of Engineering

Analytical Thinking and Creative Problem Solving

Interpersonal Communication Skills

Time Management and multitasking Skills

Designing, executing, and validating experimental protocols and performing data analysis

MATLAB, Machine Learning with Python and TensorFlow

CAD with SolidWorks and CATIA, 3D Modeling and 2D Drawing

FEA using ABAQUS and UMAT

Statistical Analysis Using SPSS

Clinical Data Collection

References:

Mohamed B. Trabia, PhD

Department of Mechanical Engineering,

University of Nevada, Las Vegas, NV, USA

Street address: 4505 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89154

ad34uk@r.postjobfree.com

Phone: 702-***-****

Janet S. Dufek, PhD

Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences,

University of Nevada, Las Vegas, NV, USA

Street address: 4505 S. Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89154

ad34uk@r.postjobfree.com

Phone: 702-***-****

Rami Mangoubi, PhD

C. S. Draper Laboratory, Cambridge, MA, USA

Street address: The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory,

555 Technology Square, Cambridge, MA

02139

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ad34uk@r.postjobfree.com

Phone: 617-***-****

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