Experience

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  Ucla

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2013

  Research associate

  Pediatric Ventricular Assist Devices•Investigating the performance of various piezoelectric pumps, specifically the power output and flow rate capabilities for pediatric Ventricular Assist Device application.•Exploring various properties of the circulatory system such as compliances and internal pressures of the superior and inferior vena cava. •In-vitro mock circulation setup for accurate modeling of human circulation consisting of multiple vessels of varying size and elasticity.•Hydraulic Manifold Design Show less

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  Uc berkeley

  Jan 2013 - Jan 2016

  Graduate researcher

  An estimated 90% of cancer deaths are due to metastasis. Studies have shown that circulating tumor cell, CTC, counts can provide prognostic insight and are thought to play a key role in metastasis. CTCs are cells that are shed from the primary tumor and released into the vascular system. Quantifying and sequencing CTCs can detect disease recurrence significantly earlier than traditional imaging, thus saving lives. I have developed a platform to isolate CTCs from whole blood for downstream analysis. We are integrating isolation and characterization devices to perform liquid biopsies -- ultimately expanding our knowledge of how cancer spreads and accelerating precision medicine methodologies such as early detection, detailed prognosis, therapy tracking, and personalized medicine. •Utilized inertial microfluidic to isolate tumor cells from human whole blood•Modeled fluid dynamics in Comsol to understand particle trajectory and fluid shear rate •Fabricated devices via AutoCAD, thin-film deposition, photolithography, and soft lithography•Executed routine cell processing, culture, and maintenance for experiments and microscopy imaging •Quantified device performance via cell immunostaining and flow cytometry•Supervised and mentoring undergraduate researchers in experimental design and device fabrication•Managed clean room operations and equipment: plasma cleaner, mask aligner, resist spinner, etc. Collaborations:Siemens Clinical LaboratoryUC Davis Medical Center Show less

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  Berkeley lights, inc.

  Apr 2016 - Oct 2019

  As a Lead Field Applications Scientist, my responsibilities range from customer success and support, new product introduction leadership, and APAC distributor sales support and applications management. I work closely with customers and commercial representatives to manage and meet the expectations established for the Beacon platform. Internally, I collaborate with marketing, product development, and R&D to create new products. As an individual with experience spanning product development to launch and support, I have developed and implemented processes to ensure successful introduction of new products. Lastly, I have contributed to the development of APAC distribution channels by transferring technology, training technical teams, and communicating best practices across time zone and cultures. Show less

  • Product Owner

    Oct 2017 - Oct 2019

  • Lead Field Applications Scientist, West Coast & APAC

    May 2017 - Oct 2019

  • Applications Development Engineer

    Apr 2016 - Mar 2018
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  Ginkgo bioworks, inc.

  Oct 2019 - now

  Staff product manager

  Delivering laboratory productivity software for strain engineering and clinical testing