Hi, I’m
SARAH MAJIN
West Haven,CT
The real test is not whether you avoid this failure, because you won’t. It’s whether you let it harden or shame you into inaction, or whether you learn from it; whether you choose to persevere.
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Summary
Highly driven, versatile Biomedical Engineer with experience in in-vitro and in-vivo research, running lab tests and safety, and medical equipment troubleshooting and maintenance. With experience working as a teaching assistant and research assistant alongside a team of researchers in an integrated science driven space. Hardworking, passionate about science, strong organizational skills, eager to learn, and ready to help achieve company goals.
Overview
8
years of professional experience
Work History
University of New Haven Biomedical Engineering lab
Research Assistant
2022.07 - 2023.12 (1 year & 5 months)
Job overview
- Analyzed hydrogels' impact on drug delivery and cellular responses
- Investigated liposome-released Nitric Oxide using an analyzer
- Studied drug-conjugated liposomes' effects on fibroblast cells
- Assessed cell sensitivity via fluorescein dye staining
- Monitored ECMO device flow and performed thrombosis screening assays using Stockert Shirley equipment
- Collaborated with other researchers to design and implement experimental strategies
- Analyzed research data using Excel and R
- Managed cell culture and conducted scratch wound assays
- Fabricated microfluidic devices using PDMS and soft lithography for cell experiments
- Operated and maintained lab equipment, kept research records.
Tissue Engineering Laboratory, University of New Haven
Teaching Assistant
2023.01 - 2023.05 (4 months)
Job overview
- Organized lab, prepared mammalian cells for weekly experiments
- Partnered with teachers to align lessons with school goals
- Ensured safe handling of biological agents
- Instructed students in lab techniques, fostering accuracy and safety
- Tutored individual students
- Documented lab activities and equipment.
Peerless Advisory Limited
Associate
2021.02 - 2021.12 (10 months)
Job overview
- Coordinated with team to build client portfolios, including business plans
- Demonstrated comprehensive understanding of the product, identified potential sales opportunities, and offered application guidance to clients
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
Ruyat Oil Limited
Quality Assurance Representative
2019.03 - 2021.01 (1 year & 10 months)
Job overview
- Performed physiochemical analyses to ensure compliance with ISO standards and food safety regulations
- Examined materials delivered to the production line and verified they conform to specification
- Created HACCP documentation and revised procedures, checklists, and standard work to reduce non-conformance
- Created Notifications and tracked non-conformance until defect has been contained.
JNC International
Biomedical Engineering Technician Intern
2016.02 - 2016.11 (9 months)
Job overview
- Inspected, calibrated, and repaired medical/lab equipment with senior Engineers' guidance
- Instructed healthcare staff on equipment use and care alongside senior Engineers
- Ensured adherence to lab regulations and safety procedures
- Recorded maintenance activities performed on assigned medical equipment.
Education
University of New Haven , West Haven, CT
Master of Science from Biomedical Engineering
12.2023
University Overview
- Cytotoxicity and Proliferative Effect of Liposome Nitric Oxide (NO) Conjugate on the Human Fibroblast Cells.
- GPA: 3.93/4.0
Bells University of Technology , Ogun State, Nigeria
Bachelor of Engineering from Biomedical Engineering
07.2017
University Overview
- Measurement of Heartrate using Microcontroller.
- GPA: 3.29/4.0
Skills
- Communication skills
- Active listening
- Scientific problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Design of Experiments
- ELISA Testing
- Research and analysis
- Mammalian cell culture and differentiation
- Cell staining
- Microsoft Office
- Minitab, Rstudio, Matlab, Labview, Image J Fiji
- AutoCAD, SolidWorks
Achievements And Affiliations
- Received Dean's Scholarship (2022) and Provost Scholarship (2023).
- Winner of Poster Presentation for Research on Cytotoxicity and Proliferative effect of Liposome Nitric Oxide(NO) conjugate on Human Fibroblast cells.
- Received Tagliatela College of Engineering (TCoE) award for Outstanding Service.
- Assistant Secretary General for Bells University Engineering Society in 2016.
- Member of Bells University Engineering Society (BUESA).
- Member of Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) UNH chapter.
Seeking Positions
Actively seeking Positions - Open to relocation
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Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Tissue Engineering Laboratory, University of New Haven
2023.01 - 2023.05 (4 months)
Research Assistant
University of New Haven Biomedical Engineering lab
2022.07 - 2023.12 (1 year & 5 months)
Associate
Peerless Advisory Limited
2021.02 - 2021.12 (10 months)
Quality Assurance Representative
Ruyat Oil Limited
2019.03 - 2021.01 (1 year & 10 months)
Biomedical Engineering Technician Intern
JNC International
2016.02 - 2016.11 (9 months)
University of New Haven
Master of Science from Biomedical Engineering
Bells University of Technology
Bachelor of Engineering from Biomedical Engineering
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