Biomedical Engineer / Sales Engineer

Shahrad Fredotti

***** ******** **, *** *****, CA 95030. +1-415-***-****. ********@*****.***

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a challenging role in the field of Biomedical Engineering where I can maximise my expertise and contribute to a company in the medical field.

CITIZENSHIP

Canadian citizen; eligible to work in the Unites States.

EDUCATION

Ryerson University Toronto, Canada

Master of Science, Biomedical Physics May 2011

• Researched Therapeutic Ultrasound Systems.

• Designed and built a real-time image-guided system that offers controlled reversible and irreversible changes in neural and tissue structures, with the potential of creating a new field in Pain Management and Neurosurgery.

University of Bradford Bradford, England

Bachelor of Engineering (with Honors), Medical / Mechanical Engineering July 2006

• Studied a wide range of subjects such as biomechanics, fluid and solid mechanics, thermodynamics, medical Ethics and Regulations and biomaterials. Also had the opportunity to use various engineering software packages such as Siemens Solid Edge to design medical implants and surgical instruments.

• Specialized in and wrote my thesis on Bone Disorders and their treatment methods.

EXPERIENCE

Atlas Instruments Tehran, Iran

Sales & Marketing Manager 2011-2012

Formulated and implemented a comprehensive competitive strategy that effectively recaptured a 20% loss in sales from the year prior to assuming this position.

• Worked with distributors and ensured that pricings were aligned to meet volume objectives while remaining under or meeting company budget.

• Researched client companies and competitors and conducted market research on areas for potential growth.

• Worked closely with members of R&D in biotech laboratories and hospitals’ surgical departments to evaluate industry needs.

Ryerson Laboratory Toronto, Canada

Research Assistant (R&D) 2008-2011

Managed and trained a group of up to five graduate and undergraduate students in the Advanced Biomedical Ultrasound Laboratory at Ryerson University, researching both Diagnostic and Therapeutic ultrasound.

• Researched High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) and its applications in medicine and biology, Tissue Destruction with Histotripsy and simulation in tissue.

• Designed a real-time image-guided ultrasound modality which was used to target nerve tissues in an in-vitro environment.

• Built and characterized the newly-designed modality which involved operating a variety of equipment including; imaging and therapy transducers, oscilloscopes, power-meters, power amplifiers, signal generators, hydrophones, a 3D robotic positioning system, Biopac systems, electro-physiology apparatus, data acquisition systems, nerve dissection instruments, Labview and MATLAB programs.

Ultrasound Force Tehran, Iran

Sales Engineer 2006-2008

Provided technical presentations and demonstrations for a Biomedical Imaging product supplier in Iran.

• Managed the sales and relationship growth in regional hospitals and clinics, which resulted in the securing of long-term contracts and the opening of two new offices.

• Provided in-depth technical support for the regional sales team.

• Engaged with prospective customers to understand their business drivers and tailor the optimal solution.

Harrogate Leisure Sports Club Harrogate, England

Manager 2004-2006

Researched competitors and conducted market research for potential growth. My new strategy in reaching new customers resulted in a 15% increase in the client base in the first year, which was followed by another 7% in 2005.

• Managed up to 10 members of staff in a large club environment.

• Negotiated corporate accounts that contributed to the majority of the client base increase.

AWARDS, PRIZES, and ACTIVITIES

• Second place in the Canadian Association of Physicists (CAP) Annual Conference in Canada (2010)

• Third place in the Annual Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) Symposium in Canada (2009)

• Granted a presentation scholarship at the Fourth Canada – America – Mexico (CAM) Graduate Student Conference in Mexico (2009)

• Founder of a non-profit organization for children in poverty, “Kids of Heaven” (2010 - Present)

• “Best Innovative Design” in the Design and Technology Competition in England (2006)

• “Goalkeeper of the year” in the Mississauga Football league in Canada (2010)

• Member of Cabbagetown Community Youth Opera Choir in Canada (2011 - Present)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

IT Skills: Solid Edge, SolidWorks, MATLAB, Labview, Microsoft Office Suite Programs, and Photoshop.

Expertise: HIFU (High Intensity Focused Ultrasound), Biomedical Diagnostic and Therapeutic modalities, Medical Imaging (CT, MRI, X-Ray and Ultrasound), Project Management, Sales and Marketing and Clinical Data Management.

Languages: Fluent in English and Farsi. Basic in Italian, Russian, and Arabic.

Travel: Lived in England, Canada, Russia, Iran, and United States.

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