Charlene Mauger
About Charlene Mauger
Charlene Mauger is a Research Engineer II at Soul Machines and an Honorary Research Fellow at the Auckland Bioengineering Institute. She has extensive experience in medical imaging and bioengineering, holding a PhD from the University of Auckland and an MSc from Télécom Physique Strasbourg.
Work at Soul Machines
Charlene Mauger currently serves as a Research Engineer II at Soul Machines, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she has contributed to the development of the autonomous animation system and the advancement of the avatar production system. Prior to her current position, she worked as an R&D Intern at Soul Machines for three months in 2021, where she gained valuable experience in research and development within the company.
Education and Expertise
Charlene Mauger holds a PhD in medical imaging from the University of Auckland, where she studied from 2015 to 2019. She also earned a Master of Science in Medical Imaging and Surgical Robotics with First Class Honours from Télécom Physique Strasbourg, completing her studies in 2015. Additionally, she obtained a Master of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering from the same institution. Her educational background equips her with interdisciplinary expertise in computer science, image processing, physiology, mathematical and 3D modeling, and bioengineering.
Background
Charlene Mauger has a diverse professional background in research and engineering. She began her career as a Research Assistant at GE Healthcare in 2015, focusing on image processing and clinical applications. She later joined the Auckland Bioengineering Institute, where she worked as a Research Assistant in 2019 and progressed to a Research Fellow from 2019 to 2021. In 2021, she transitioned to Soul Machines as an R&D Intern before taking on her current role.
Achievements
During her time at the Auckland Bioengineering Institute, Charlene Mauger contributed to various research projects that advanced the field of bioengineering. Her involvement in the development of the autonomous animation system and the avatar production system at Soul Machines highlights her commitment to innovation in technology. Her academic achievements, including her PhD and master's degrees with First Class Honours, reflect her dedication to excellence in her field.