Charlotte Szulkin

I am a graduate of Northeastern University with a Bachelor of Science in Bioengineering, concentrating in Biomedical Devices and Bioimaging. With hands-on experience in both startup and mid-size industry settings, as well as academic project leadership, I bring a multidisciplinary approach to solving complex medical device challenges. My academic foundation—complemented by co-op positions in medical device design and pharmaceutical formulation—has given me insight into the full product lifecycle, from ideation and prototyping to functional testing and regulatory evaluation.

I am especially drawn to mission-driven innovation—creating technologies that are not only technically robust but also directly improve patient outcomes. During my time at Anodyne Nanotech, I worked as a design engineering co-op, developing a modular device platform using SolidWorks and various fabrication methods including SLA/FDM 3D printing and silicone molding. I contributed to weekly data reviews that directly informed design refinements and usability improvements for preclinical testing. In a prior co-op at Seres Therapeutics, I supported formulation optimization through hands-on experimentation and data analysis, building skills in technical reporting and process evaluation.

Through Northeastern’s project-based learning model, I’ve taken the lead on several multidisciplinary projects. My senior capstone focused on enhancing a hands-free stroller attachment by integrating user-centered design principles and biomechanical analysis using motion capture and MATLAB. Separately, I led the technical strategy and risk analysis for a service-learning project proposing a scalable, donation-based 3D printing solution for prosthetic production in low-resource hospitals.

What drives me is the intersection of engineering, usability, and impact. I enjoy translating stakeholder needs into actionable design and strategy, and I thrive in cross-functional teams where communication, planning, and iteration are essential to progress. Whether I’m mapping regulatory pathways, conducting mechanical testing, or managing Gantt charts and RACI matrices, I bring a structured yet adaptive approach to my work.

As I look ahead, I’m excited to continue contributing to medical device innovation—especially in roles that allow me to blend product development, human factors, and strategic planning to make healthcare technologies more effective, accessible, and patient-focused.