Stanislaus Oshimeje
Houghton,MI
Summary
Passionate about user-centered design and cognitive engineering, with experience in usability testing, data analysis, and instructional design. Currently exploring the use of generative AI in social robotics to improve learning and training solutions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Enterprenurial Fellow
Office of Innovation and Commercialization - Michigan Tech
Houghton, MI
02.2026 - Current
- Collaborated with Tech Transfer staff and faculty inventors to identify viable pathways for translating research innovations into market opportunities.
- Facilitated workshops to promote entrepreneurship and innovation among university students and faculty.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for technology transfer and commercialization strategies.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Michigan Technological University
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted in designing and implementing lesson plans for HF 2000: Introduction to Engineering Psychology and Human Factors.
- Facilitated discussion sections to strengthen student understanding of course concepts.
- Evaluated student assignments and provided constructive feedback on academic performance.
- Held office hours to provide additional academic support and guidance to students.
Graduate Research Assistant
Michigan Technological University
Houghton, USA
01.2025 - Current
- Implemented driving simulations and eye-tracking technology for systematic data collection aimed at exploring cognitive and human factors.
- Utilized cognitive task analysis methodologies to design specialized training programs that improve performance of esports players.
- Utilized R for in-depth analysis of research data, producing insightful statistics and informative visualizations.
- Coordinated efforts with research faculty and diverse teams to clarify project aims and evaluate research results.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop and execute experiments that adhere to established project goals.
University Lecturer
Espiritu Santo University and San Francisco of Quito University
Quito, Ecuador
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Designed learning modules tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Facilitated teacher training for the Teach Galapagos Project, empowering local high school educators.
- Delivered engaging lectures on subject matter, enhancing student understanding and participation.
- Developed and implemented innovative curriculum materials to meet diverse learning needs.
- Conducted research initiatives, contributing to academic publications and conference presentations.
- Utilized educational technology tools to facilitate interactive learning experiences in the classroom
STEM Teacher
Torremar Bilingual High School
Guayaquil, Ecuador
04.2020 - 05.2023
- Taught Science and Technology to middle and high school students.
- Designed and uploaded hybrid STEM courses on Moodle, updated biweekly.
- Mentored over 120 students, supporting both academic and personal development.
- Developed and implemented engaging STEM curricula to enhance student interest and understanding.
- Facilitated hands-on learning experiences using robotics and coding tools for diverse learners.
Training Facilitator
Manobanda Group
Quevedo Ecuador
02.2017 - 04.2020
- Facilitated training on GMP, GlobalGAP, and HACCP standards to promote food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.
- Facilitated training sessions for new and existing workers on internal practice standards to ensure uniformity in operations.
- Engaged with management to determine training needs and ensure alignment of programs with strategic goals.
- Analyzed training outcomes to identify areas for improvement and implemented data-driven enhancements.
- Developed and delivered training programs to enhance employee skills and performance.
Education
Master's in Applied Cognitive Science and Human Factors -
Michigan Technological University
USA12-2026
Master’s in education and psychology - Learning and Performance
Espiritu Santo University
Guayaquil, Ecuador01-2022
Agro-Industrial Engineering -
Polytechnic University of Tachira
Venezuela01-2016
Skills
- Instructional Design & Curriculum Development: ADDIE, Bloom’s Taxonomy, lesson planning, assessment design
- UX Research
- Usability Testing
- Eye Tracking
- Design Thinking
- Cognitive Task Analysis
- Statistical Analysis (Python, R, SAS), Microsoft Office Suite
- Collaboration Tools: Zoom, Slack, Excel, Figma Bilingual: English and Spanish
Accomplishments
- Top 10 Finalist, Michigan Collegiate Startup Challenge, for presenting Digital Twin, a co-founded worksite safety technology.
- Co-author of a paper accepted for presentation at the 18th International Conference on Naturalistic Decision Making, University of Virginia, June 22–26, 2026.
Affiliations
- The Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES)
- Naturalistic Decision Making Association
Certification
- Cambridge CELTA Certificate in Teaching English to Adults
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
Social robotics, generative AI, AR/VR interfaces, user-centered design, educational technology
Timeline
Enterprenurial Fellow
Office of Innovation and Commercialization - Michigan Tech
02.2026 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Michigan Technological University
01.2025 - Current
Graduate Research Assistant
Michigan Technological University
01.2025 - Current
University Lecturer
Espiritu Santo University and San Francisco of Quito University
05.2023 - 12.2024
STEM Teacher
Torremar Bilingual High School
04.2020 - 05.2023
Training Facilitator
Manobanda Group
02.2017 - 04.2020
Master’s in education and psychology - Learning and Performance
Espiritu Santo University
Master's in Applied Cognitive Science and Human Factors -
Michigan Technological University
Agro-Industrial Engineering -
Polytechnic University of Tachira