David Cornett
About David Cornett
David Cornett is an R&D Associate Staff at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Computer Engineering from the University of Kentucky and a Master's Degree in Computer Engineering from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
David Cornett currently holds the position of R&D Associate Staff at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, a role he has occupied since 2021. In this capacity, he engages in research and development activities, contributing to various projects within the laboratory. Prior to this role, he served as R&D Assistant Staff from 2020 to 2021 and as an ORISE Computer Vision Post-Bachelor's Research Associate from 2018 to 2020. His experience at Oak Ridge National Laboratory spans several years and includes a focus on computer engineering and vision technologies.
Educational Background
David Cornett has an extensive educational background in computer engineering and computer science. He earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Science from the University of Kentucky, completing his studies from 2000 to 2004. He later pursued a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Engineering at the same institution from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, he obtained a Master’s Degree in Computer Engineering from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, where he studied from 2016 to 2021.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, David Cornett gained valuable experience in various positions. He worked as a Programmer Analyst 1 and 2 at ORAU from 2015 to 2018, where he developed programming solutions. He also held an internship as an Electrical Engineer Intern at CMTA, Inc. from 2014 to 2015. His role as a Student Researcher at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, from 2017 to 2018 further contributed to his practical experience in research and development.
Research and Development Contributions
Throughout his career, David Cornett has contributed to research and development initiatives, particularly in the fields of computer vision and engineering. His roles at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have involved significant research projects, where he applied his expertise in computer engineering. His background in programming and engineering has informed his contributions to various technological advancements within the laboratory.