Samuel Sites
About Samuel Sites
Samuel Sites is an Associate R&D Engineer at Teleflex in Morrisville, North Carolina, with a background in biomedical engineering and significant experience in research and development.
Title and Current Position
Samuel Sites is an Associate R&D Engineer at Teleflex, based in Morrisville, North Carolina. In this role, he focuses on research and development projects, contributing to innovations in medical technology.
Education and Expertise
Samuel Sites earned his Bachelor's degree in Biomedical/Medical Engineering from North Carolina State University, where he studied from 2017 to 2021. During his time at university, he co-authored a research paper on biomedical engineering that was published in a peer-reviewed journal. His academic background has equipped him with the technical skills and knowledge required for his current role.
Professional Experience
Samuel Sites has a diverse professional background, having held multiple roles at Teleflex. He started as an R&D Intern - Anesthesia and Emergency Medicine for one month in 2019, then transitioned to an R&D Intern - Surgical from 2019 to 2021. He also participated in the Summer Mentorship Program in 2019. Prior to his current role, he co-founded Pack Bionics: Cybathlon, where he served as Treasurer and Mechanical Design Head for three years.
Achievements
Samuel Sites led a significant project at Teleflex, focusing on the development of a new surgical instrument that is currently in the prototyping phase. He participated as a presenter in the Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) annual conference in 2020. Additionally, he received the 'Outstanding Undergraduate Researcher' award from North Carolina State University in 2021 for his contributions to the field.
Community Involvement
Beyond his professional and academic endeavors, Samuel Sites is actively involved in his local community. He volunteers as a mentor for high school students interested in STEM fields through a local community program in Raleigh. His commitment to fostering young talent in STEM is a testament to his dedication to both his field and community.