MICHELLE CASTRO
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Biomedical Engineering graduate with a strong foundation in healthcare, medical devices, and clinical practices. Adept in relationship-building, technical product understanding, and driving results in a fast-paced sales environment. Eager to leverage my technical expertise and communication skills to contribute to sales teams within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant Intern
University Of Massachusetts Umass
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Researched biomaterials for tissue engineering, conducting experiments to enhance material compatibility.
- Conducted thorough statistical analyses on collected data sets to derive meaningful conclusions from research findings.
- Contributed to the successful completion of research projects by collaborating effectively with team members.
- Streamlined data entry processes for increased efficiency and accuracy in results reporting.
- Managed laboratory inventory effectively, reducing waste and optimizing resource usage.
- Used Mathlab to prepare articles, reports and presentations.
Health Screening Assistant
Annual Community Health Fair
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Supported healthcare professionals with basic health screenings
- Set up diagnostic equipment and explained screening procedures to participants
- Ensured equipment functioned correctly to maintain a smooth, accessible health service experience for the community
Lead Dental Assistant
Gentle Dental
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Built relationships with healthcare professionals while supporting patient care and optimizing the use of medical devices and equipment
- Trained staff on device usage, troubleshooting, and maintenance, ensuring adherence to safety standards
Brand Ambassador
GMR Marketing
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Promoted products at industry events, delivering product demonstrations and driving client engagement
- Built and maintained relationships with key clients, helping increase product visibility and sales
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute marketing campaigns that aligned with customer needs
Research Lab Assistant
Bristol Community College
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Participated in a funded lab project on protein denaturation in response to temperature changes
- Prepared samples, calibrated solutions, and conducted SDS-PAGE analysis to assess protein stability
- Documented findings and prepared a final report
- Gained hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques and data analysis
Dental Assistant
Oral Surgery Dental Implant Center
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Supported oral surgeries and worked with medical devices, gaining hands-on experience in technical product usage and troubleshooting
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Skills
- Sales & Relationship Building
- Technical Communication
- Regulatory Compliance
- Technical Proficiency
- CRM Tools
- Data Analysis
- Matlab
- Solidworks
- Research and analysis
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
- HIPAA/OSHA Certified
- Dean’s List – University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Projects
Prototyping Nanofillers in PVA Solutions, Developed and tested nanofillers for polyvinyl alcohol solutions, applying troubleshooting and process optimization skills to improve product performance. Conducted diagnostics and testing using FTIR and SEM, and maintained detailed reports on findings and recommendations for improvements.
Timeline
Research Assistant Intern
University Of Massachusetts Umass
01.2023 - 03.2023
Health Screening Assistant
Annual Community Health Fair
09.2021 - 12.2021
Research Lab Assistant
Bristol Community College
01.2018 - 05.2018
Brand Ambassador
GMR Marketing
01.2018 - 01.2019
Lead Dental Assistant
Gentle Dental
01.2017 - 01.2021
Dental Assistant
Oral Surgery Dental Implant Center
01.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
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