Bethel Yohannes Wodajo
West Haven
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly motivated Biomedical Engineering graduate student with extensive research experience in data analysis, survey facilitation, and machine learning applications in biomedical signals. Skilled in quantitative and qualitative research, including EEG/PPG-based deep learning models, focus group facilitation, and statistical analysis of student assessments. Passionate about contributing to cutting-edge research at the University of New Haven.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
United Arab Emirates University
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Designed and implemented a health monitoring device using EEG, PPG, and ECG signals.
- Applied AI, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning techniques for Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) research.
- Conducted statistical analysis and quantitative assessments for biomedical signal classification and optimization.
- Prepared research summaries for publications and presentations.
Peer Tutor
United Arab Emirates University
12.2021 - 12.2024
- Provided academic support for over 35 courses in electrical and biomedical engineering.
- Assisted students in understanding quantitative data analysis, MATLAB, and Python programming.
Biomed Intern
Kanad Hospital
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Conducted qualitative and quantitative analysis of medical device performance.
- Assisted in troubleshooting and preventive maintenance of biomedical equipment.
Researcher
IEEE Antenna and Propagation Society
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Developed AI-enabled biosensors for rapid diagnosis and analysis.
- Conducted data-driven modeling and machine learning applications for biomedical research.
Research Assistant
United Arab Emirates University
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Developed and tested machine learning algorithms for glucose monitoring from PPG signals.
- Extracted and analyzed statistical and spectral features to improve model accuracy.
Peer Mentor
United Arab Emirates University
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Volunteered to facilitate the integration of new students into the campus community through mentorship programs and social events
- Assisted the mentee in getting acclimated to the new position or responsibilities with consistent coaching and assistance with task prioritization
Research Assistant
United Arab Emirates University
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Project: Wildfire Detection Using IoT Sensors
- Analyzed real-time sensor data for predictive modeling in environmental monitoring.
- Developed algorithms for early detection of forest fires using AI techniques.
Education
Master of Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of New Haven
West Haven, CT12.2026
Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
United Arab Emirates University
Abu Dhabi, UAE05.2024
No Degree - The Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Scholars Program
New York University Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, UAE05.2024
Skills
- Quantitative & Qualitative Data Analysis (SPSS, Excel, Python, MATLAB)
- Machine Learning & AI in Biomedical Applications (TensorFlow, PyTorch)
- Survey Facilitation & Focus Group Research
- Statistical Analysis & Data Interpretation
- EEG, PPG, and Biomedical Signal Processing
- Scientific Writing & Research Publications
- Programming Languages: Python, MATLAB, C, Java
- Software Tools: MATLAB, Multisim, CST Studio, DipTrace
Websites
Certification
- IRB Human Subjects Training (completed CITI training)
- CCNA: Introduction to Networks
- Microsoft Certified: Azure AI & Data Fundamentals
- Huawei Certified AI
Additional Information
- Eligible for On-Campus Research Assistantship at the University of New Haven
- Strong background in qualitative & quantitative research, biomedical engineering, and data analysis
- Experienced in survey facilitation, focus groups, and research publications
- Committed to ethical research practices and human subject data protection
Timeline
Research Assistant
United Arab Emirates University
08.2024 - 12.2024
Biomed Intern
Kanad Hospital
01.2024 - 05.2024
Researcher
IEEE Antenna and Propagation Society
08.2023 - 02.2024
Research Assistant
United Arab Emirates University
05.2023 - 01.2024
Research Assistant
United Arab Emirates University
12.2022 - 05.2023
Peer Mentor
United Arab Emirates University
09.2022 - 12.2023
Peer Tutor
United Arab Emirates University
12.2021 - 12.2024
- IRB Human Subjects Training (completed CITI training)
- CCNA: Introduction to Networks
- Microsoft Certified: Azure AI & Data Fundamentals
- Huawei Certified AI
Master of Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of New Haven
Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
United Arab Emirates University
No Degree - The Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Scholars Program
New York University Abu Dhabi
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