Joel Sommerfeld

Experience

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  Midland University

  Jan 2015 - May 2015

  Admissions Ambassador

  Lead prospective undergraduate students on an all-encompassing tour around Midland University.

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  Midland University

  Aug 2016 - May 2017

  Adjunct Instructor; Human Anatomy & Physiology

  As a supplemental instructor for the human anatomy and physiology undergraduate course, I aided in explanation of assignments to students, guided students through coursework, prepared students for weekly quizzes and tests through study aides, and acted as an additional resource for any further explanation of class materials.

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  Fremont Health

  Feb 2017 - Apr 2017

  Biomechanics Intern

  • Video analysis using Dartfish and Kinovea• Creation of a biomechanics checklist for change of direction• Created 2D models of the associated movement phases• Camera setup and operation during filming

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  University of Nebraska at Omaha

  Jan 2018 - Aug 2019

  - Calibrating cameras within lab for use in motion capture- Creation of restrictive device for walking adaptions- Collecting and processing data with Visual 3D and Cortex- Mentor undergraduate volunteers in helping with project tasks- Use of Noraxon foot switches for recording gait stride times- Custom Matlab code to analyze Noraxon data - Calibrating and processing using VICON motion analysis systems- Calibrating and use of XSENS accelerometers - Assisted in all data collections looking at the implications of lower limb impediment for the ability to walk on uneven terrain- Assisted with data processing in and analysis in Cortex and Visual 3D- Measured plantar pressure with Noraxon foot switches- Calibrated cameras in the lab- Designed and built ankle restriction devices to replicate walking with a prosthetic

  • Graduate Research Assistant

    Jul 2018 - Aug 2019

  • Student Worker

    Jan 2018 - Jul 2018
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  University of Louisville

  Sept 2019 - Mar 2020

  Research Technologist II

  - Assist in data collection and analysis of EMG, spirometry and motion- Write Matlab and RStudio code to visualize data- Created a device to standardize grip strength measurements in pediatric populations with spinal cord injuries

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  University of Nebraska at Omaha

  Mar 2020 - Jul 2024

  Data Analyst

  • Perform data analysis, primarily time series analysis and machine learning classification, and compile results into custom reports for clients using R and Quarto• Create and maintain code tutorials that are presented to annual workshop attendees• Lead simulations research to verify the accuracy of algorithms written in a variety of programming languages• Supervise a large team of graduate students in designing experiments, managing data and creating effective analysis pipelines

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  Right at Home

  Jul 2024 - now

  Business and Data Intelligence AI Analyst