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Registration: 09.07.2025

Saloni Jethwa

Specialization: Data Engineer
— Data-driven engineer with a Master’s in Medical Engineering, experienced in machine learning, deep learning, and AI for medical imaging and diagnostics. — Skilled in Python, data processing, and high-performance computing environments, with proven results in clinical research and interdisciplinary teamwork.
— Data-driven engineer with a Master’s in Medical Engineering, experienced in machine learning, deep learning, and AI for medical imaging and diagnostics. — Skilled in Python, data processing, and high-performance computing environments, with proven results in clinical research and interdisciplinary teamwork.

Skills

Python
C++
R
SQL
MATLAB
Machine Learning
Deep Learning
Scikit-learn
TensorFlow
Keras
PyTorch
XGBoost
Random Forest
LLM
NLP
Power BI
RAG
Power Pivot
Excel
PostgreSQL
Jupyter
GitLab
Linux
Slurm
WSL
AWS

Work experience

Research Assistant
since 03.2022 - Till the present day |Uniklinikum Erlangen
MATLAB, Power BI
● Collected and analyzed RehaGait inertial sensor data to extract spatiotemporal gait metrics and identify walking patterns. ● Developed MATLAB scripts to automate data quality assessment using statistical feature extraction. ● Automated data processing pipelines and managed Linux-based virtual machines for research projects. ● Delivered interpretable clinical results using Power BI to support decision-making. ● Administered collaboration platforms (SharePoint, Teams) to support interdisciplinary teamwork and project management.
Research Assistant
03.2024 - 10.2024 |Uniklinikum Erlangen
Machine Learning, NumPy, SciPy, Scikit-learn, Random Forest, XGBoost, SVM, Slurm
Thesis: Classification of Hand Motion Patterns in Inflammatory Arthritis Patients using Machine Learning. ● Developed a high-dimensional time series classifier distinguishing arthritis subtypes with 86.2% accuracy using ensemble methods. ● Engineered features combining time-domain metrics and DCT transforms via NumPy/SciPy, processed through Scikit-learn pipelines. ● Accelerated model training by parallelizing Random Forest/XGBoost/SVM on HPC clusters (Slurm) using Linux-based systems. ● Validated performance against NIH diagnostic benchmarks using 5-fold cross-validation and Bayesian hyperparameter optimization. ● Boosted model precision by 12% using confusion matrix and feature importance, with strong evaluation of results.
Cluster Leader
10.2020 - 10.2021 |Genworks (Wipro GE Affiliate)
BI, KPI
● Designed and maintained dynamic dashboards and reports, facilitating data-driven decision-making for cross-functional teams. ● Documented pipeline architectures for sales analytics, enabling team maintenance. ● Developed dynamic sales and marketing reports with BI and KPI tools.
Researcher
Academic Projects
Machine Learning, Deep Learning
Machine Learning: Biomarker for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Disease. (Biomedical Network Science LAB - FAU Erlangen). ● Implemented C++ modules using Gurobi for ALS/healthy classification on biomarker data, with version control via git and collaborative code reviews. ● Engineered features via integer programming and particle swarm optimization for robust selection. ● Validated models using confusion matrices for interpretable clinical results. Deep Learning: Robotics Arm with AI Vision for Dental Tool Handling. (Gujarat Technology University). ● Built CNNs for disease detection using DICOM medical images, supporting AI radiology research and clinical standards. ● Automated preprocessing and augmentation with OpenCV and DICOM tools for robust medical image analysis. ● Leveraged pre-trained architectures (VGG16, VGG19, AlexNet, ResNet) for image classification, achieving over 85% accuracy in disease detection. ● Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to integrate results into clinical workflows, supporting DICOM and FHIR standards for data modeling and reporting.

Educational background

Medical Engineering and Data Processing (Masters Degree)
2021 - 2025
Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen
Biomedical Engineering (Bachelor’s Degree)
2017 - 2020
Gujarat Technology University

Languages

GermanUpper IntermediateEnglishAdvancedHindiNativeGujaratiNative