Thomas A.

Dougherty
1013 South Allen Street, Apt.611 State College, PA 16801 tad5254@psu.edu 267-221-4997

Objective: Education:

To obtain a research position in the Biomedical Engineering field for the summer of 2014 The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering: Biomechanics Option Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering GPA: 3.6 (Deans List for 2 Semesters) May 2015

Relevant Courses: Bio-Continuum Mechanics, Analysis of Physiological Systems, Biothermodynamics, Biofluid Mechanics, Biomedical Instrumentation and Measurements, Mechanical Design, Cell and Molecular Bioengineering, Technical Writing

Engineering Projects: Knee Replacement Research and Presentation Assignment:

Conducted research on specific methods that can help improve recovery time and quality of life for patients receiving knee replacement surgery

Design of Phototherapy Device to Treat Neonatal Jaundice Worked with a group of students to design a cost-effective, intuitive bilibed device that could treat infants in Kenya whom suffer from jaundice (using COMSOL model)

Computer Skills:

Microsoft Office

Solid Works

COMSOL Multiphysics

MATLAB

Employment Experience: Wegmans Food Market, Warrington, PA

2008-Present Overnight Grocery, Cashier, and Helping Hands Customer Service Employee Developed patience and communication skills through interacting with customers in a busy work environment Collaborated with other employees to attain common goals due to the companies team-oriented structure Received extensive training in customer service, product information, and company values

Involvement/ Recognition: Member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars

Member of the Biomedical Engineering Society-PSU Chapter Penn State Student Hockey League Player Graduated Summa Cum Laude from Central Bucks South High School

2012-Present 2011-Present 2011-Present