Rob Patterson
About Rob Patterson
Rob Patterson is a Research Intern at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and a Research Assistant at Virginia Tech, both positions held since 2021. He has a diverse background in education, photography, and engineering, with research interests in additive manufacturing and advanced materials.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Rob Patterson has been serving as a Research Intern at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2021. His work primarily focuses on investigating the impact of epoxy treatment on the fracture mechanics of ASTM-D638 samples. This role allows him to apply his mechanical engineering knowledge in a practical research setting.
Current Role at Virginia Tech
Rob Patterson is currently a Research Assistant and a mechanical engineering student at Virginia Tech. He has held the Research Assistant position since 2021, where he combines his academic studies with hands-on research experience. His research interests include additive manufacturing, advanced materials, and machine learning.
Previous Teaching Experience
Rob Patterson has a background in education, having worked as an Algebra II Teacher at Democracy Prep Public Schools from 2017 to 2018. He also served as a Mathematics Teacher at The Steppingstone Foundation in 2019 and held various instructional roles at Georgetown Day School and Match Education. His experience spans multiple educational settings, focusing on mathematics and science.
Educational Background
Rob Patterson studied Mechanical Engineering and completed post-baccalaureate coursework at Piedmont Virginia Community College from 2019 to 2020. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Visual Communication with a focus on Photojournalism from Ohio University, completed in 2008. Additionally, he pursued graduate studies in Secondary Science Education at Sposato Graduate School of Education from 2016 to 2018.
Diverse Professional Background
Rob Patterson has a diverse professional background that includes roles in journalism, commercial photography, and education. He worked as a Contract Photographer for KAVADOR and as a Photographer/Videographer for Team Express Distribution. His varied experiences contribute to his multifaceted skill set, which he applies in his current research and academic pursuits.