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\documentclass{article}
% Include common style
\input{shared/style/common}
% Include personal information
\input{personal_info}
\begin{document}
% Header with contact information
\input{shared/sections/header}
\resumesection{Research Interests}
I'm passionate about human-robot interaction and developing technologies that make robots better collaborators with humans. My work focuses on creating reproducible research methodologies, particularly through Wizard-of-Oz experiments, and building platforms that lower barriers for HRI researchers. I'm especially interested in how we can make robot behaviors more trustworthy and explainable, and how to design effective frameworks for studying human-robot collaboration across different contexts and applications.
% Education section
\input{shared/sections/education}
% Publications - moved higher for PhD applications
\input{shared/sections/publications}
\resumesection{Research Experience}
\textscbf{Human-Robot Interaction Research} \hfill \textscbf{Bucknell University}
\textbf{Lead Researcher - HRIStudio Platform Development} \hfill \textbf{Jan 2023 Present}
\textit{Advisor: Dr. L. Felipe Perrone, Computer Science Department}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Developing HRIStudio, a novel web-based platform addressing reproducibility challenges in Wizard-of-Oz HRI studies, with two first-author publications at IEEE RO-MAN 2024 and 2025
\item Designed modular architecture enabling cross-platform robot control without specialized programming knowledge, lowering technical barriers for HRI researchers across disciplines
\item Implemented comprehensive data logging and playback capabilities for experimental analysis, supporting rigorous scientific methodology in human-robot interaction studies
\item Conducted literature review identifying key challenges in WoZ methodology reproducibility, informing platform design decisions and feature prioritization
\end{itemize}
\textscbf{Interdisciplinary Research Collaboration} \hfill \textscbf{Bucknell University}
\textbf{Computer Science Research Assistant - Chemical Engineering Department} \hfill \textbf{Aug 2023 May 2025}
\textit{Collaborating with Chemical Engineering Department on Environmental Monitoring}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Developed automated data collection and analysis tools for environmental research, processing real-time sensor data streams for atmospheric and water quality monitoring
\item Built custom Python pipelines integrating multiple data sources, enabling researchers to identify patterns in environmental data that informed conference presentations
\item Bridged computer science expertise with domain-specific research needs, demonstrating ability to collaborate across disciplines
\end{itemize}
\textscbf{RoboLab@Bucknell} \hfill \textscbf{Bucknell University}
\textbf{Founding Member and Research Participant} \hfill \textbf{Sep 2023 - Present}
\textit{Interdisciplinary lab bridging Computer Science and Psychology perspectives on HRI}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Participate in weekly research seminars exploring human-robot trust, automation bias, and ethical implications of autonomous systems
\item Contribute to discussions on experimental design for HRI studies, bringing technical perspective to psychological research questions
\end{itemize}
\resumesection{Teaching Experience}
\textscbf{Computer Science Department} \hfill \textscbf{Bucknell University}
\textbf{Teaching Assistant - Software Engineering \& Design} \hfill \textbf{Jan 2024 - Present}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Mentor 150+ students in software engineering principles, design patterns, and collaborative development practices
\item Developed automated testing frameworks with personalized feedback, improving learning outcomes while streamlining assessment processes
\item Created supplementary materials connecting theoretical concepts to real-world applications, drawing from industry experience
\item Hold regular office hours and code review sessions, fostering deep understanding of software architecture principles
\end{itemize}
\textbf{Computer Science Tutor - Engineering Study Spot} \hfill \textbf{Aug 2024 - Dec 2024}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Provided one-on-one tutoring across the entire computer science curriculum, from introductory programming to advanced algorithms
\item Developed personalized learning strategies for students with diverse backgrounds and learning styles
\end{itemize}
\textscbf{Engineering Department} \hfill \textscbf{Bucknell University}
\textbf{Teaching Assistant - Engineering Design Experience} \hfill \textbf{Aug 2023 - Dec 2023}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Guided 40+ engineering students through Arduino programming and breadboard circuit design
\item Supervised hands-on laboratory sessions involving microcontroller programming and sensor integration
\item Facilitated discussions on engineering ethics and the societal implications of embedded system design
\end{itemize}
\textscbf{Physics Department} \hfill \textscbf{Bucknell University}
\textbf{Teaching Assistant - Experimental Physics Laboratory} \hfill \textbf{Aug 2023 - May 2024}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Instructed 100+ students in experimental design, data analysis, and scientific writing
\item Emphasized connection between theoretical physics principles and experimental validation
\item Guided students through error analysis and uncertainty quantification in experimental measurements
\end{itemize}
\resumesection{Selected Projects}
\textbf{HRIStudio - Web-Based Wizard-of-Oz Platform} \hfill \textbf{TypeScript/React/WebRTC}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Architected full-stack web application for managing HRI experiments with real-time robot control interfaces
\item Implemented WebSocket-based bidirectional communication protocols for low-latency robot teleoperation
\item Designed RESTful API leveraging Robot Operating System with JSON-defined plugins for extensibility across multiple robot platforms
\item Created comprehensive logging system capturing interaction data, timestamps, and experimental conditions for reproducibility
\item Technologies: Next.js, React, TypeScript, Node.js, WebSockets, PostgreSQL, Docker
\end{itemize}
\textbf{Autonomous Vehicle Control System - Chem-E-Car Competition} \hfill \textbf{C++/Arduino}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Designed embedded control system for autonomous hydrogen fuel cell-powered vehicle using finite state machine architecture
\item Implemented real-time sensor fusion combining spectrometer readings and power monitoring with calculated stopping algorithms
\item Developed PlatformIO-based build system with hardware abstraction layer for testing and simulation
\item Achieved precise distance control (±10cm) through chemical reaction timing at AIChE National Competition
\item Technologies: C++, Arduino, PlatformIO, I2C/SPI protocols, finite state machines
\end{itemize}
\textbf{Formula One Performance Prediction Using Machine Learning} \hfill \textbf{Python/ML}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Developed ensemble machine learning models (LightGBM, XGBoost, Random Forest) to predict F1 lap times with high accuracy
\item Engineered features from weather data, track characteristics, and historical performance using domain knowledge
\item Implemented cross-validation and hyperparameter optimization for model evaluation across multiple racing circuits
\item Analyzed feature importance to understand factors influencing racing performance
\item Technologies: Python, LightGBM, XGBoost, Random Forest, pandas, scikit-learn, FastF1 API
\end{itemize}
\textbf{Real-time Racing Statistics Platform} \hfill \textbf{TypeScript/Next.js}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Built production system serving 1500+ concurrent users and 250k+ monthly visitors
\item Implemented WebSocket-based real-time data streaming with automatic reconnection and state synchronization
\item Designed responsive UI with accessibility features meeting WCAG 2.1 AA standards
\item Optimized database queries reducing page load times by 60\% through intelligent caching and indexing
\item Technologies: Next.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, Docker, DigitalOcean
\end{itemize}
\resumesection{Professional Experience}
\textscbf{Riverhead Raceway} \hfill \textscbf{Riverhead, NY}
\textbf{Software Developer} \hfill \textbf{Oct 2020 Present}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Architected and deployed production systems handling 250k+ monthly users and \$100,000+ in payment processing
\item Led digital transformation initiative, replacing legacy paper-based systems with modern web applications
\item Implemented CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and infrastructure as code using Docker and GitHub Actions
\item Developed RESTful APIs and microservices architecture for scalable, maintainable systems
\end{itemize}
\textbf{IT Administrator} \hfill \textbf{Oct 2020 - Apr 2024}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Modernized IT infrastructure from consumer to enterprise-grade systems, improving uptime to 99.9\%
\item Implemented comprehensive backup and disaster recovery protocols protecting critical business data
\item Automated system administration tasks using PowerShell and Bash scripting
\end{itemize}
\textscbf{Miller Place School District} \hfill \textscbf{Miller Place, NY}
\textbf{Information Technology Intern} \hfill \textbf{Sep 2020 - May 2022}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Supported 1000+ students and faculty during COVID-19 transition to remote learning
\item Deployed and maintained educational technology platforms and troubleshooted hardware/software issues
\end{itemize}
\resumesection{Leadership \& Activities}
\textscbf{AIChE Chem-E-Car Competition Team} \hfill \textscbf{Bucknell University}
\textbf{Former President, Current Electrical/Mechanical Team Lead} \hfill \textbf{Jan 2023 Present}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Led 15-member interdisciplinary team in designing autonomous chemical-powered vehicles for national competition
\item Introduced agile development methodologies and version control practices to hardware development process
\item Mentored junior members in embedded systems programming and control theory
\end{itemize}
\textscbf{Bucknell Coffee Society} \hfill \textscbf{Bucknell University}
\textbf{Co-Founder and Treasurer} \hfill \textbf{Oct 2023 Present}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Co-established campus organization promoting coffee education and community building
\item Manage \$5,000+ annual budget, coordinate events, and maintain vendor relationships
\item Organized educational workshops on coffee science, brewing techniques, and sustainability
\end{itemize}
\resumesection{Conferences \& Presentations}
\textscbf{IEEE RO-MAN 2025} \hfill \textscbf{Eindhoven, The Netherlands}
\textbf{34th International Conference on Robot and Human Interactive Communication} \hfill \textbf{Aug 2025}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Presented: "A Web-Based Wizard-of-Oz Platform for Collaborative and Reproducible Human-Robot Interaction Research"
\end{itemize}
\textscbf{IEEE RO-MAN 2024} \hfill \textscbf{Pasadena, CA}
\textbf{33rd International Conference on Robot and Human Interactive Communication} \hfill \textbf{Aug 2024}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Presented: "HRIStudio: A Framework for Wizard-of-Oz Experiments in HRI Studies" (Late Breaking Report)
\end{itemize}
\textscbf{AIChE Annual Student Conference} \hfill \textscbf{San Diego, CA}
\textbf{Chem-E-Car Performance Competition} \hfill \textbf{Oct 2024}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Competed in National Chem-E-Car Performance Competition with autonomous hydrogen fuel cell vehicle
\item Presented poster on safety-critical embedded systems design
\end{itemize}
\textscbf{AIChE Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference} \hfill \textscbf{UMBC, Baltimore, MD}
\textbf{Chem-E-Car Performance Competition} \hfill \textbf{Apr 2024}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Placed 2nd overall in regional Chem-E-Car Competition
\end{itemize}
% Shared sections
\input{shared/sections/coursework}
\input{shared/sections/skills}
\resumesection{Honors \& Awards}
\begin{itemize}[noitemsep,topsep=2pt]
\item Dean's List (5 semesters): Fall 2022, Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Fall 2024, Spring 2025
\item Engineering GPA: 3.86/4.0
\item AIChE Mid-Atlantic Chem-E-Car Competition - 2nd Place (2024)
\end{itemize}
\end{document}