Description
- Offer biomechanical engineering and accident reconstruction services with a broad range of expertise in human factors, kinematics, and mechanism of injury to lay foundational evidence when determining events.
- Present findings using unique combination of skills from experience in forensic biomechanical reconstruction; kinesiology, anatomy & physiology teaching; research work in modern laboratories; physical therapy; personal training; and advanced mechanical and military training.
- Deliver the highest level of quality services with sound understanding and experience in accident reconstruction and biomechanical injury analysis; measurement and analysis; expert reports used in presentations, testimony, and trials; engineering, mechanics, and equipment; human factors, anatomy, motion, and movement science; mathematics, physics, statistics, and research; forensic tools and modern technology.
Forensic Biomechanical Reconstructionist, VA Forensics, (01/2019 to 02/2020)
- Completed 100+ reconstruction and biomechanical analysis cases; conducted over 30 vehicle and scene inspections.
- Reviewed medical and supporting materials to provide logical conclusions and wrote clear and comprehensive
- expert opinions/reports used in trials that tipped the scales in litigation and received feedback on cases won.
- Analyzed human injury during field investigations resulting from vehicular, construction, and other accidents.
- Developed client relationships and 550+ leads with effective marketing strategies and lunch-and-learn events.
Lecturer, University of Saint Katherine, (01/2019 to 05/2019)
- BIO 310: Anatomy & Physiology Lecturer, California State University San Marcos, (07/2018 to 05/2019)
- KINE 301: Motor Control & Learning Laboratory
- KINE 305: Movement Anatomy with Laboratory
- KINE 311: Movement Pedagogy with Laboratory
Biomechanical Research Engineer, Sony Electronics, (07/2016 to 05/2017)
- Collect, process, and analyze motion capture data.
- Create kinematic sequences based on joint rotational acceleration.
- Assist the UXTC team in creating intuitive, accessible, and fun user experiences.
- Provide expertise and hands-on research insights impacting design decisions.
Physical Therapy Aide, B Project, (01/2016 to 02/2017)
- Assisted physical therapists with supervising patient exercises.
- Managed daily patient schedule and coordinated all aspects of patient’s visit with physical therapists.
- Maintained the cleanliness of the clinic and ensured the therapy rooms were prepared in a timely manner.
Research Assistant, California State University San Marcos, (05/2014 to 05/2016)
- Conduct literature reviews and perform quantitative data analysis.
- Design, run, and interpret quantitative research studies.
- Prepare subject testing recruitment, lab setup/protocol, and support material.
- Run both field and in-lab research studies.
- Collaborate with other Researchers on reviewing study plans, suggesting methodologies, and assisting with data analysis.
Security Watch Commander, United States Navy, (03/2005 to 03/2010)
- Responsible for the overall safety of crew members, personnel security for foreign and domestic dignitaries, pier control/access, and overall protection of the USS Ronald Reagan in-port and underway in both foreign and domestic conditions.
- Enhance training and security methods by developing and implementing a standardized training curriculum for basic (SFB) and advanced (SFA) Security Personnel.
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS
Master of Science, graduated May 2018. Kinesiology with an emphasis in Biomechanics, California State University San Marcos. Research was the effects of garment compression on lower-extremity motion, muscle activation, and landing forces during simulated surfing movements.
Bachelor of Science, graduated May 2016. Kinesiology, California State University San Marcos.
Registered Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT), June 2012. Certified through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. Trained in evaluating the nature and extent of traumatic and/or medical conditions, as well as the administration of emergency pre-hospital medical care.
ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS
- National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA)
- The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
- American Society of Biomechanics (ASB)
- Southwestern Association of Technical Accident Investigators
- California Association of Accident Reconstruction Specialist
- Society of Automotive Engineers, # 6150341529
PUBLICATIONS
Crocker, G.H., Moon, J.F., Nessler, J.A., & Newcomer, S.C. (2018). Energetics of Swimming With hand Paddles of Different Surface Areas. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research.
LaLanne, C. L., Cannady, M. S., Moon, J. F., Taylor, D. L., Nessler, J. A., Crocker, G. H., & Newcomer, S. C. (2017). Characterization of Activity and Cardiovascular Responses During Surfing in Recreational Male Surfers Between the Ages of 18 and 75 Years Old. Journal of aging and physical activity, 25(2), 182-188.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
- Accident Investigation and Reconstruction Specialists; Advanced Auto Pedestrian Collision Reconstruction (IV), May 28, 2021.
- Institute of Police Technology and Management; Crash Data Retrieval Tool Technician Training (Online), February 15, 2019.
RELEVANT SKILLS
Experience with 3D laser scanning; Bosch CDR “Black Box” imaging; Drone Piloting, Forensic Scene/Evidence Analysis; PC crash; Video Capture (regular and high speed) and image/video processing and motion tracking capture systems (Vicon, Qualisys, Simi); 3D rendering (Visual3D); EMG/Accelerometer systems (TrignoTM, Delsys); Metabolic measurement systems (Parvo Medics); Machining/Fabrication; Data entry/analysis, statistics and signal processing (Excel, SPSS, R, MatLab); Anatomy & Physiology; Biomechanics; Motor-control & Learning. Strong mechanicalabilities.