Education

_M.S. Cognitive Science 
Brown University(2008)

B.S. Biomedical/Electrical Engineering
Johns Hopkins University(1997)

General Dynamics C4s - Taunton, MA  2008-2011

Human Factors Engineer / Systems Analyst
  • Conduct Human-Centered Design Evaluations on developing HW & SW Systems.
  • ·Develop HW/SW prototypes to demonstrate HCI & HCD principles and integrate into HFE proposals and reports.
  • Verify  HW/SW Systems conform to existing MIL & DoD Standards
  • Research and evaluate potential integration of current COTS and emerging technology into future GD systems.
  • Utilize User Studies, Task Analysis, Simulation, and Modeling methods to enhance overall human-system performance.
  • Design, Evaluate, and Test mobile/vehicular workstation environments.
  • Develop, Manage, and Maintain database of HFE issues and track progress to resolution.
  • Support training material development and verification.

Tellart Inc.,  Providence, RI

Consultant
Provided engineering and design support for multiple small contracts & events.
  • Mini Maker Faire 2010 (Providence) -  Provided HW and Installation support for interactive public game installation.
  • Linear Accelerator (St Louis Metro) - Provided HW, SW, and Interaction Design support during design, fabrication, and installation for large-scale public lighting installation.

_Brown University,  Providence, RI
Department of Cognitive & Linguistic Sciences

Graduate Student & Research Assistant
3D Shape Perception Laboratory: modeling depth-cue combination for binocular disparity and motion information in virtual and natural environments.
  • Designed and setup specialized instrumentation for creating real moving stimuli using servo-motor system and other robotics parts.
  • Designed experiments in order to compare human perception of 3D shape, slant, and depth in simulated (2D display) and natural (real object) viewing conditions.
  • Developed experimental software for 3D data display (Python/C/OpenGL)

_SUNY College of Optometry,  New York, NY

_Senior Research Associate
Visual Perception & Visual Optics Laboratories : Investigating  human depth perception & retinal mechanisms for defocus blur accommodation
  • Designed and conducted psychophysical experiments.
  • Developed experimental software for 3D data display (Python/C/OpenGL)
  • Statistical analysis of data (R, S-Plus).
  • Compiled findings into poster for conference presentations.
  • Revamped optics laboratory software and hardware and increased efficiency and organization of data collection process.
  • Managed laboratory and supervised 3 research assistants.

_Individual Monitoring Systems Inc., Baltimore, MD

Biomedical Engineer
  • R&D - class II medical electronic device for sleep and movement disorder research working on multiple NIH funded grants.
  • Developed accelerometer-based technology for monitoring and detecting Periodic Limb Movement/Restless Leg which was largest commercial revenue generator for company.
  • Lead Design Engineer for position monitoring device including hardware, firmware, and software design.
  • Initiated development of integrated software tool for combining multiple ambulatory devices for use in Phase I rehabilitation and gait study.
  • Developed 3 FDA approved and marketed clinical software analysis tools.
  • Supported clinical trials as part of the QC testing process for all products.
  • Developed test protocols for human subjects.
  • Setup and maintained clinical testing laboratory and monitoring system.