Connor is a postdoctoral research fellow in the Department of Emergency Medicine at UT Health San Antonio focused on medical device development with an emphasis on academic leadership development and cross-disciplinary collaboration. His interest in biomedical engineering stems from a desire to use math, science, and technology to find innovative solutions for civilian and military medicine. 

Prior to joining UT Health San Antonio, Connor was a graduate student at the University of Notre Dame in the Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering studying biomedical applications of spectral photon-counting computed tomography with Dr. Ryan K. Roeder. His professional interests include research in airway management, biomaterials, medical imaging, and emergency medicine. 

In addition to his civilian career, Connor also serves part-time as an Officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve. 

During his free time, Connor enjoys distance running, watching college football, and spending time with his wife, Isabelle and cat, Shadow.