Yousef Javanmardi
London,UK
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in nanomechanical characterisation and medical device management. Proficient in clinical and research protocols, data analysis, and validation, with a strong focus on microfluidics and 3D cultures. Demonstrates exceptional skills in teaching, training, collaboration, and communication. Committed to advancing innovative solutions in the medical field through effective lab management and interdisciplinary teamwork.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Postdoctoral Researcher in Advanced Microfluidics Systems
MecBioMed Lab, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University College London
London, England
01.2017 - 03.2025
- AFM Characterization: Used AFM to measure elastic and poroelastic properties of diverse biomaterials (cells, hydrogels, tissues)
- Protocol Development: Designed and validated microfluidic assays for cancer cell intravasation/extravasation, vascular network formation, and immune cell studies
- Data Acquisition & Analysis: Utilized multiple imaging modalities (epifluorescence, confocal, two-photon microscopy) and implemented advanced image-processing subroutines (MATLAB, ImageJ) to extract quantitative metrics of cell and tissue behaviour
- Technical Documentation: Prepared study reports and manuscripts; published in high-impact scientific journals
- Collaboration: Worked closely with researchers from MIT, University of Pennsylvania, Oxford, Francis Crick Institute, and other leading institutions
- Mentorship & Training: Trained and supervised 20+ undergraduate and postgraduate students in various experimental and analytical techniques
Tutor & Teaching Assistant
University College London
London, England
01.2017 - 03.2025
- Provided instruction in 'Mathematical Modelling and Analysis II' and 'Solid Biomechanics.'
Ph.D. Research & Lab Management
Amirkabir University of Technology
Tehran
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Constitutive Modeling: Developed advanced models for porous materials under cyclic loading (Ph.D)
- Focus in Mechanics of Soil and Foundation)
- Finite Element Implementation: Integrated new constitutive models into commercial finite element software (ABAQUS)
- Laboratory Management: Oversaw health and safety, equipment calibration, and resource management in Soil Mechanics Laboratory; managed technical reporting for industrial projects
Lecturer
Amirkabir University of Technology
Tehran
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Taught soil mechanics, laboratory methods, finite element method, and soil dynamics to classes of up to 40 students
Student Supervision
Amirkabir University of Technology
Tehran
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Mentored postgraduate students on experimental protocols and equipment usage in both Iran and UK
Education
Ph.D. - Mechanics of Soil and Foundation
Amirkabir University of Technology (AUT)
Tehran 01.2011 - 01.2017
M.Sc. - Fluid Mechanics
Amirkabir University of Technology (AUT)
Tehran 01.2008 - 01.2011
B.Sc. - Civil Engineering
University of Tehran
Tehran 01.2003 - 01.2008
Skills
- Nanomechanical Characterization
- Clinical & Research Protocols
- Data Analysis & Validation
- Medical Device & Lab Management
- Microfluidics & 3D Cultures
- Teaching & Training
- Collaboration & Communication
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Timeline
Postdoctoral Researcher in Advanced Microfluidics Systems
MecBioMed Lab, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University College London
01.2017 - 03.2025
Tutor & Teaching Assistant
University College London
01.2017 - 03.2025
Ph.D. Research & Lab Management
Amirkabir University of Technology
01.2011 - 01.2017
Lecturer
Amirkabir University of Technology
01.2011 - 01.2017
Student Supervision
Amirkabir University of Technology
01.2011 - 01.2017
Ph.D. - Mechanics of Soil and Foundation
Amirkabir University of Technology (AUT)
01.2011 - 01.2017
M.Sc. - Fluid Mechanics
Amirkabir University of Technology (AUT)
01.2008 - 01.2011
B.Sc. - Civil Engineering
University of Tehran
01.2003 - 01.2008
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