Jeffrey

Years at SJM	2+
Education	B.S. Electrical Engineering M.S. Biomedical Engineering

An applied research engineer researches and formalizes potential new technologies, clinical indications and product applications. In a sense, the applied research engineer has to make something out of nothing. There isn't an answer or solution available to the problems faced in this role. It's up to the person to find or invent a solution. Jeffrey also must be a bit of a sales person in sharing a vision for a potential new product with the right people who can provide funding for further research and development. "As the main driving force behind the project, I ensure that sound, strong science is conducted to produce concrete results."

Keeping abreast of current scientific literature aids Jeffrey in making good decisions, but he is cognizant that there is more than science involved when the life or health of someone is at stake. "On a regular basis, I meet with patients and clinicians so I can fully understand their specific needs and how the products we produce can offer hope or benefits."

Collaborative, innovative product development comes about with the input and knowledge of a myriad of departments, including Research & Development, Clinical, Regulatory, and Marketing. "My typical day is diverse. I meet with people from a variety of departments every day." Getting partnership and expertise from many experts is one reason St. Jude Medical is at the forefront of creating innovative treatment options for patients who have one or more neural disorders and complications.

Jeffrey taking photographic records during an experiment

Recruiting hungry, bright, talented individuals and engaging them with challenging assignments is part of our success. Both of Jeffrey's parents are his driving force to excel. His parents' journey to the United States and the life they created for Jeffrey and his brother is his inspiration. Together they instilled in Jeffrey "the priceless value of hard work, perseverance, respect, and compassion." Jeffrey's father is an engineer and his mother an infection control specialist. He saw first-hand the circumstances of people who weren't lucky enough to be injury or ailment free. He decided in college to become a biomedical engineer and came to St. Jude Medical immediately after graduate school. At St. Jude Medical, he is working with "the brightest and smartest peers" while striving to make a memorable impact in the medical device industry.