Tamar Thompson - Francis
Miami, Florida 33169
cqetzd@r.postjobfree.com
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a challenging job in the field of Biomedical Engineering that will assist in the utilization of the fundamental skills learned within the class environment. I am most anxious to ascertain the opportunity to exhibit my potentials as an Engineer within your organization. My goal will be to provide quality work, while maintaining an open mind to develop new and diverse approaches to any task at hand.
COMPETENCES
- Knowledge of working with circuit boards
- Research and Analysis
- Problem Solving
- Organization
- Time Management
- Presentation
- Training
- Team Player
- Discerning
- Self-motivated
CERTIFICATIONS
Fundamentals in Engineering: Currently preparing to sit the exam in April 2011
Thirteen certifications relating to laboratory procedures and principles (listed upon request)
COMPUTER SKILLS
Solid Works
Matrix Laboratory (MATLAB)
PSpice (Circuit Analysis Program)
Adobe Photshop Proficient
Microsoft Office Proficient (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher)
C++ Programming
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
2006- Present (Graduation: Spring 2011)
Florida International University, Miami, Florida
BIOMEDICAL FIELD EXPERIENCE
Florida International University
Integral part of a four-member team responsible for designing and developing a full functioning prototype multiplex bacterial biosensor, which utilized Chemistry and Microbiology laboratory techniques in addition to research skills.
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Biomaterials Laboratory Assistant, Fall 2010
Florida International University, Miami, Florida
Responsible (with a graduate student’s assistance) for writing laboratory protocols for experiments to be performed as a part of this semester’s Biomaterials course curriculum. Prior to writing the protocols the materials to be used are determined, the appropriate calculations are performed and pilot tests are done with the devices available at the University.
Multiplex Biosensor Design Team Member, 2009-2010
Florida International University, Miami, Florida
Integral part of a four-member team responsible for designing and developing a full functioning prototype multiplex bacterial biosensor, which utilized Chemistry and Microbiology laboratory techniques in addition to research skills.
Mathematics/Physics Tutor, Fall 2003 - Fall 2004
Barry University, Miami Sores, Florida 33161
Worked alongside campus professor in the Mathematics/Physics laboratory. Provided assistance to students with Mathematics/Physics calculations from Basic Mathematics up to Calculus II level and from Basic Physics up to University Physics (Calculus based Physics).
Physics Lab Assistant/Laboratory Assistant, Fall 2002 - Fall 2003
Barry University, Miami Sores, Florida 33161
Assisted professor in the Physics laboratory. Provided guidance to students regarding laboratory techniques as well as assisting with relevant calculations.
Chemistry Teacher’s Aid/Laboratory Assistant, Fall 2001 - Spring 2003
Barry University, Miami Sores, Florida 33161
Assisted professor in the Chemistry laboratory. Provided guidance to students regarding laboratory techniques as well as assisting with relevant calculations.
Medical Laboratory Assistant, Summer 2000
Medical Associates Hospital, Kingston, Jamaica
Interned in the hospital’s laboratory; gained laboratory and analyzing experience associated with all tests performed on blood, feces and urine.
REFERENCES : Available upon request.