Jason Avedesian, PhD

Graduate Assistant - Biomechanics

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About me
Director, Biomechanics & Research - Cleveland Cavaliers
Education
- Ball State University
  2016 - 2018
  Master of Science (M.S.) Biomechanics
- University of Nevada-Las Vegas
  2018 - 2021
  Doctor of Philosophy - (Ph.D.) Biomechanics
- Michigan State University
  2010 - 2016
  Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Mechanical Engineering and Kinesiology (Double Major)
  ME Concentration: Biomechanical Engineering KIN Cognate: Biomechanics
Experience
- Ball State University
  Aug 2016 - May 2018
  Graduate Assistant - Biomechanics
- Tampa Bay Rays
  May 2017 - Aug 2017
  Sports Scientist Intern
- University of Nevada-Las Vegas
  Jun 2018 - May 2021
  Research Assistant - Biomechanics
- Emory University School of Medicine
  May 2021 - Nov 2021
  Postdoctoral Researcher
- Clemson University
  Nov 2021 - Sept 2024
  - Adjunct Professor - BioEngineering
    Apr 2023 - Sept 2024
  - Director of Sports Science - Olympic Sports
    Nov 2021 - Sept 2024
- Avedesian Sports Science
  Jun 2022 - now
  Consultant
  Sports science consultant to NCAA and professional organizations.
- Cleveland Cavaliers
  Sept 2024 - now
  Director, Biomechanics & Research
Licenses & Certifications
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
  National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Jason Avedesian, PhD
  STEM Fellowship Recipient - May 2018 Received a research fellowship through the UNLV Graduate College.
- Awarded to Jason Avedesian, PhD
  Keys-Litten-Smith Award Sponsored Projects Administration - Ball State University Apr 2018 Recognition for project presentation entitled “Biomechanical Analysis of Unilateral Landings in Female Volleyball Players after a Dynamic and Combined Dynamic-Static Warm-Up”
- Awarded to Jason Avedesian, PhD
  Graduate Merit Fellowship Ball State University - Biomechanics Aug 2016 Nominated and received a Graduate Merit Fellowship from Ball State University, awarded to incoming graduate students of high academic caliber and the ability to contribute fully to their department's goals.