111 Buchon Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 805.111.2222
Joy Johnson
111 Buchon Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 805.111.2222
Objective
Research and Development Engineer position with St. Jude Medical
Education
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Master of Science and Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering, December 2012
GPA: 3.2Major GPA: 3.5
Relevant Coursework:
Bradycardia, Tachycardia, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Biomechanics, Biomedical Engineering Design, Bioengineering Design I/II, Biomedical Modeling and Simulation, Bioelectronics and Instrumentation, Biomaterials Design, Technical Writing
Biomedical Engineering Experience
Aspire Medical - Sunnyvale, CA
R&D InternJune – September 2012
- Used SolidWorks to design bone screws and ergonomic handles for implant devices
- Guided in learning to machine parts using Mill, CNC, and Lathe
- Performed tests using Instron and Force Gauges
- Learned basics of assembly; learned inspection using Calipers, Micrometers, and CMM
- Attended four animal implant procedures and observed how to use fluoroscope and medical devices
- Trained in clean room to work with specific parts
Thesis: Non-Clinical Surrogate Blood Plasma for Device EvaluationSeptember 2011 - Present
- Researching physico-chemical properties of blood plasma through literature search
- Using experimental and theoretical results to devise more efficient pre-treatment strategies
- Emphasis on electrophoretic microfluidic devices for bioseparations
Product Development and Design Project – Cal Poly April – June 2011
- Used SolidWorks software to design a basic prosthetic limb for rapid prototyping
- Created and implemented Quality Functional Deployment techniques and charts
- Researched and studied the design, manufacturing, and costs of prosthetic limbs
Steerable Stylet Design Team ProjectSeptember – December 2011
- Designed a steerable stylet handle in SolidWorks for Advanced Bionics
- Rapid-prototyped handle and presented project to Advanced Bionicsengineering staff
Computer Skills
SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Matlab, C++, Minitab, Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint
Involvement
Society of Women Engineers – Cal Poly Chapter
Vice President of Campus Community Relations - Manage a core of 8 officers to coordinate events
Biomedical Engineering Society– Cal Poly Chapter
- Participated in Relay For Life in 2010
Cal Poly Intramural Softball
Interests: Guitar, singing, running marathons
Work Experience
In Home Support Services – Arroyo Grande & San Luis Obispo, CA
Caregiver (20-25 hours per week)2010 - Present
The Wharf Restaurant & Lounge – Fort Bragg, CA
Busser/Hostess/Cashier/Cocktail WaitressSummers 2008 and 2009