1. Timothy Riehlman
921 Park Avenue Apt #1 | Albany, NY 12208 Mobile: 607.423.7639 | Email: triehlman@gmail.com
Education
Ph.D. Nanoscale Engineering, Colleges of Nanoscale Science and Engineering, University at Albany-SUNY | SUNY
Polytechnic Institute, April 2016. 3.51 GPA. Awards: Research Assistantship
Thesis: The TuRC Nanomachine: Mechanism and Future Applications Advisor: Dr. Janet L. Paluh
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering Technology, TAC/ABET, SUNY College of Technology, Alfred State
College, Alfred, NY. May 2010. 3.88 GPA-Magna Cum Laude. Awards: Outstanding Student Award, Presidential
Scholarship 2006-2010, Dean’s List-Every Semester 2006-2010, Tau Alpha Pi Honor Society.
Associate of Applied Science, Mechanical Design Engineering Technology, ABET, SUNY College of Technology,
Alfred State College, Alfred, NY. May 2008. 3.90 GPA-Summa Cum Laude.
Professional Experience
Graduate Research Assistant CNSE, SUNY Albany | SUNY Poly Fall 2010-Present
Multidisciplinary research focusing on characterization and utilization of biological nanomachines, such as molecular
motors and dynamic microtubule architectures that are able to self-assemble, error-correct, and self-repair to further the
understanding of biological processes as well as future nano/micro manufacturing systems.
Developed expertise in experimental design, surface functionalization, biochemical purification, liquid chromatography,
in vivo and in vitro systems, molecular biology, yeast genetics and cloning, site directed mutagenesis, cell culture
including human stem cells, immunocytology, and epifluorescence microscopy.
Mentored undergraduates and high school students, and trained colleagues in lab techniques.
Senior Project SUNY Alfred Fall 2009-Spring 2010
Design project requiring the 3D modeling of complex base triangles that assemble into a spherical truncated icosahedron,
allowing for structural analysis and fabrication of parts by 3D printing/rapid prototyping to generate a working model.
Developed expertise in 2D & 3D CADD modeling, rapid prototyping, finite element analysis, product design, and team
management.
Engineering Intern Albany International, Homer, New York Summer 2007, 2008
Engineering design using CADD for mezzanine structure, floor plans, and factory parts. Included 6-Sigma product
assessment and workflow analysis using lean manufacturing principles and tools for implementing Visual Factory, 5S
Shadow Boards, and Inventory Control. Developed construction quotes for future projects.
Technical Skills
Yeast genetics, cloning, culturing, maintenance, and analysis Generating human-yeast chimeric proteins
Culture and maintenance of mammalian cell lines, including human stem cells Immunocytochemistry
Fast Protein Liquid Chromatography AKTA Lithographic Processing Microscopy: Epifluorescence and Confocal
Protein Purification In Vitro Protein Assays PAGE Analysis Western Blotting AFM SEM & TEM
Surface Functionalization Electrospinning Micro-Contact Printing Experience working in ISO 6 Cleanrooms
2D & 3D Modeling/Design 3D Printing X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy Lean Manufacturing-Six Sigma
Computer Skills
Pymol Unicorn ApE-A Plasmid Editor Layout Editor ImageJ SolidWorks AutoCAD Maple
Blender Visual Basic Microsoft Office
Publications
Olmsted, Z. T., Colliver, A. G., Riehlman, T. D., and Paluh, J. L. (2014). Nature Communications
Riehlman, T. D., et al. (2013). Journal Cell Science
Olmsted, Z. T., Riehlman, T. D., et al. (2013). Cell Cycle
Riehlman, T. D., et al. (2012). Chapter 4 Molecular Motors, Nanobiotechnology Handbook, CRC Press
Leadership & Outreach Activities
Pioneer Tae Kwon Do (SUNY Alfred) - Achieved Rank of 1st
Don (Black Belt)
Girls Inc.-Eureka Moments CNSE Community Events Tough Mudder Volunteer Program
Treasurer of Outdoor Recreation Club (SUNY Alfred) Tutor - Mechanical Engineering Field (SUNY Alfred)