Sam Hockett
Columbia,MO
Summary
Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Missouri - Columbia, adept in experimental design and data analysis. Successfully led data collection initiatives, fostering a collaborative environment. Excelled in mentoring students while utilizing MATLAB, Python, R, and SQL to drive impactful research outcomes. Strong project coordination and communication skills enhanced interdisciplinary team performance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
University of Missouri - Columbia
08.2024 - Current
- Involved in the planning and leading of data collections to obtain quality data and facilitate a welcoming atmosphere for participants.
- Analyze data to elucidate results including work in MATLAB, Python, R, and using SQL.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to accomplish timely research goals.
- Leveraged interpersonal and communication skills to mentor PhD, graduate and undergraduate students.
Graduate Teaching Assistant (Teacher of Record)
Baylor University
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
- Devised and implemented strategies for engaging students in class discussions.
- Mentored and advised students to focus on academics and explore career paths and opportunities.
STEM Tutor
Harding University
08.2018 - 08.2023
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellow
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, UAMS
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Aid and lead research actives for a variety of projects related to biomechanics.
- Authored professional scientific papers for publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
Education
Ph.D. - Mechanical Engineering
Baylor University
Waco, TX08-2024
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Baylor University
Waco, TX08-2023
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
Harding University
Searcy, AR05-2020
Skills
- Coding: MATLAB, Python, R
- Data curation, analysis, and visualization
- Statistical analysis and machine learning
- Experimental design
- Project coordination
- Advanced mathematical skills
- Technical writing
- Communication skills
Presentations
- Podium Presentation, Evaluation of a pressure sensitive walkway measuring spatiotemporal gait parameters. Proceedings of Orthopedic Research Society (ORS) Annual Conference: Dallas, TX, 2023.
- Podium Presentation, Mechanical testing of synthetic bone-graft for core decompression treatment of femoral head avascular necrosis. Proceedings of Orthopedic Research Society (ORS) Annual Conference: Phoenix, AZ, 2020.
Certification
DataCamp Data Scientist Associate Certification In progress
Teacher of Record
Certified SolidWorks Associate
Timeline
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
University of Missouri - Columbia
08.2024 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant (Teacher of Record)
Baylor University
08.2022 - 08.2024
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellow
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, UAMS
05.2019 - 08.2019
STEM Tutor
Harding University
08.2018 - 08.2023
Ph.D. - Mechanical Engineering
Baylor University
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Baylor University
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
Harding University
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