Vaishakhi Suresh, Ph.D

Experience

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  Stanford University

  Aug 2010 - Aug 2010

  Student Ambassador, Oman | People to People International
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  National Pharmaceuticals Industry

  Jun 2016 - Aug 2016

  Chemical Industrial Safety Intern
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  Virginia Tech Grado Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering

  May 2019 - May 2020

  Graduate Research Assistant | Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Labs

  Drove cutting-edge research at the intersection of safety, performance, and healthcare. Key roles included: - Exoskeleton Research: Investigated exoskeleton design impact on safety, motor performance, and cognitive workload for diverse tasks. - Hospital Safety Analysis: Identified hazards causing Hospital Acquired Infections; recommended controls enhancing patient-staff safety. - Gait Modeling: Developed a model predicting endurance and fatigue-related gait changes, advancing understanding of human movement dynamics. - Slip, Trip, and Fall Prevention: Implemented performing arts-inspired fall techniques, reducing impact forces and preventing injuries. - Biomechanical Analysis: Studied exoskeleton effects on worker safety, leading data analysis for manual material handling tasks. - Mentoring: Guided undergrad researchers, ensuring protocol adherence and timely completion of experiments. Show less

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  West Virginia University

  Aug 2021 - now

  Graduate Research Assistant

  - Conducting mixed-methods research on "Risk assessment and modeling of occupational safety and health risks of healthcare workers," focusing on identifying and mitigating workplace hazards in healthcare settings.- Applied advanced ergonomic principles to optimize workplace layouts, tools, and equipment, enhancing overall productivity and reducing work-related injuries.- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments in various industrial contexts, analyzing complex systems and proposing effective strategies to minimize potential hazards.- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to integrate ergonomic considerations seamlessly into product design and testing phases.- Developed and implemented safety protocols and training programs, ensuring a safe working environment for employees and compliance with industry standards.- Utilized Python programming language and data analysis techniques to extract meaningful insights from research data, enhancing the depth of analysis and research outcomes. Show less