Hashem H. Saker
LUBBOCK,TX
Summary
PhD candidate in Mechanical Engineering with expertise in biomaterials and tissue engineering. Proficient in electrospinning polymeric scaffolds, cell culture, and material characterization techniques such as tensile and biocompatibility testing. Focused on interdisciplinary research that integrates engineering mechanics, biomaterials, and cell biology. Aiming to contribute to advancements in regenerative medicine and biomaterials through research and development roles.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Part-Time Instructor
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, Texas
01.2023 - Current
- Instructed undergraduate laboratory sessions in Materials and Mechanics, focusing on beam bending and strain, tensile testing, impact testing, hardness, and heat treatment.
- Guided students through hands-on experiments and data analysis to enhance practical skills.
- Facilitated technical report writing to improve communication of experimental results.
- Created instructional materials to reinforce understanding of fundamental mechanical engineering concepts.
PhD Student / Research Assistant
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, Texas
01.2023 - 08.2025
- Conducted research in skin tissue engineering, focusing on electrospun polymeric scaffolds for cell seeding.
- Performed material characterization through tensile testing and morphological analysis.
- Assessed scaffold biocompatibility and cell proliferation utilizing MTT assays.
- Dissected rat aorta tissues to evaluate contractile force via myography.
- Evaluated mechanical stiffness of tissues using tensile testing methods.
- Collaborated in interdisciplinary research integrating biomaterials, mechanical testing, and cell biology.
- Achieved PhD candidacy status, demonstrating advanced understanding of the field.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, Texas
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted PhD student in research on water treatment and contaminant analysis.
- Prepared and cleaned tools and equipment for upcoming experiments.
- Conducted data analysis and integrated findings for comprehensive results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX12-2022
Associate of Science - Engineering
Houston Community College
Houston, TX05-2020
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TXSkills
- Electrospinning and scaffold fabrication
- Biomaterials development and testing
- Cell culture and biocompatibility
- Tissue mechanics and vascular assessment
- Heat treatment and processing
- Laboratory instruction and mentorship
- Data analysis and reporting
- Interdisciplinary research collaboration
Languages
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Graduate Part-Time Instructor
Texas Tech University
01.2023 - Current
PhD Student / Research Assistant
Texas Tech University
01.2023 - 08.2025
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Texas Tech University
06.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Texas Tech University
Associate of Science - Engineering
Houston Community College
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Texas Tech University
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