Sam Jacobs
About Sam Jacobs
Sam Jacobs is an Associate Product Manager with a strong background in surgical robotics and digital surgery. He has worked in various engineering roles in the medical device industry and is currently pursuing an MBA at the Isenberg School of Management, UMass Amherst.
Work at ConforMIS
Sam Jacobs has been serving as an Associate Product Manager at ConforMIS since 2021. In this role, he focuses on product development and management within the medical device sector. His responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings and improve patient outcomes. His expertise in surgical robotics and digital surgery supports the company's mission to innovate in the field of orthopedic solutions.
Education and Expertise
Sam Jacobs is pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at the Isenberg School of Management, UMass Amherst, a program he has been engaged in since 2021. He holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, which he completed in 2016. His educational background supports his expertise in surgical navigation and innovative medical device solutions, particularly in the areas of cardiac devices and orthopedic surgery.
Background in Medical Device Engineering
Sam Jacobs has a diverse background in medical device engineering, having worked in various roles that contributed to his expertise. He served as an R&D Engineer at DePuy Synthes Companies from 2016 to 2021, focusing on advancements in surgical technologies. Prior to that, he gained experience as an operations engineering intern at Bard Davol and as an engineering intern at THERMEDICAL and Scion Medical Technologies. His work has included developing solutions for hip and knee arthroplasty.
Professional Experience
Sam Jacobs has accumulated significant professional experience in the medical device industry. He worked as an R&D Engineer at DePuy Synthes Companies for five years, where he contributed to research and development initiatives. His earlier internships included roles at Bard Davol, Scion Medical Technologies, and THERMEDICAL, where he focused on engineering and operations. This experience has equipped him with a solid foundation in both engineering principles and product management.