Medical Device Biomedical Engineering

MUGDHASRIJA DESAI

Phoenix, AZ 480-***-**** ***********@*****.*** LinkedIn: Mugdhasrija Desai BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING MEDICAL DEVICE DESIGN HEALTHCARE INNOVATION Biomedical Engineering Master's student with 3+ years of experience in research and medical device development. Combines technical expertise in data analysis, programming, and prototype design with business acumen to create healthcare innovations. Passionate about solving medical problems through cross-functional collaboration, committed to leveraging strong foundation in FDA regulations and validation testing for a role in product development or quality engineering. CORE COMPETENCIES

Clinical Data Analysis Medical Device Design Prototype Development Research Protocol Creation Product Testing Validation Procedures FDA Regulations cGMP Compliance Cross-functional Teamwork Project Management Arduino Integration Technical Documentation 3D Computer Aided Design TECHNICAL SKILLS

Software & Programming: SolidWorks, MATLAB, CAD, MS Office, Excel, Power BI, Java, Python, R, C# Research & Analysis: Biomechanical Testing, Spectrophotometry, Colorimetric Analysis PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Software Engineering Intern, Topnotch Software, Phoenix, AZ May 2023 – Present

• Technical Development: Contributed to developing Generative AI recommendation tool, optimized SQL data, and implemented .NET Core automation to enhance platform functionality and Power BI reporting for educational users. Graduate Research Assistant, Neuromuscular Control & Human Robotics Laboratory, Tempe, AZ Aug 2022 – May 2025

• Neurological Research: Designed biomechanical testing protocols for Parkinson’s patients and analyzed electromagnetic sensor and force plate data using Python and MATLAB to investigate postural stability. Product Development Intern, PCH and Creighton University, Phoenix, AZ Aug 2023 – May 2024

• Medical Device Development: Engineered knee implant prototype, conducted FDA/ISO-aligned validation testing, and delivered market analyses to guide strategic product positioning. Undergraduate Research Assistant, Nanoscience & Biotechnology Lab, Tempe, AZ May 2022 – Sept 2022

• Diagnostic Technology: Developed cGMP-compliant nanoparticle-based SARS-CoV-2 antigen test using spectrophotometry, colorimetric analysis, and CryoTEM to validate performance metrics presented at SURI symposium. Student Project Lead, Blood Glucose Meter Project, Arizona State University Jan 2022 – May 2022

• Biomedical Device Creation: Crafted Arduino-based blood glucose meter prototype with Bill of Materials documentation, optimizing the software interface to ensure accurate measurement and enhanced usability for diabetes monitoring. LEADERSHIP & ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Academic Tutor, Self-employed Nov 2019 – Present

• Training & Mentoring: Provided personalized tutoring in STEM subjects and SAT prep to 30+ students, using targeted strategies to address learning gaps and boost academic outcomes. Instructional Assistant, Arizona State University Aug 2023 – Dec 2024

• Biomedical Education Support: Supported 100+ students across 5 biomedical engineering courses through grading, mentoring, and curriculum refinement in partnership with faculty to enhance curriculum materials and student engagement. Treasurer & Pharmacy Experience 2021 – 2022

• Organizational Leadership & Healthcare Exposure: Oversaw $10K+ in Women in STEM club finances, coordinated events for 300+ members, and assisted with pharmacy operations as a licensed technician trainee at Walgreens. EDUCATION

Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Arizona State University, Barrett, the Honors College – Phoenix, AZ, May 2025 Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Bioengineering & Biomedical Engineering Arizona State University, Barrett, the Honors College – Phoenix, AZ, GPA: 3.96, May 2024 Relevant Coursework: Product Design, Neuroscience, Medical Imaging Instrumentation, Healthcare Technology Management

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