Se Jin Lee

Biomedical Engineering @ University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

About

Hello, I am a junior in the field of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. I am currently seeking opportunities to apply my knowledge and hands-on experience in a dynamic environment.

Experience

  • University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States · On-site)
    • Undergraduate Research Fellow
      Sep 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 10 mos

      - Formulating a blend of ale vera and polyacrylamide to develop wound dressing materials. - Leading the synthesis and characterization of the composite, focusing on optimizing healing properties and biocompatibility.

    • Undergraduate Student Researcher
      Sep 2023 - Dec 2024 · 1 yr 4 mos

      - Gained hands-on experience in the creation of protein hydrogels using chemical cross-linking of engineered multi-protein constructs - Proficient in operating specialized equipment for studying the mechanical response of protein hydrogels under force-cramp and length-cramp conditions, including custom-made magnetic tweezers and a microscope-mounted tensile tester for biological tissues/materials.

  • Cafe Worker at Bangatgan Café
    Jan 2021 - Aug 2021 · 8 mos

    - Provided excellent customer service, ensuring a positive experience for all customers. - Worked as a barista, crafting a variety of beverages to meet customer preferences. - Managed inventory and tracked ingredient levels, ensuring efficient operations. - Collaborated with a team for daily food preparation and cleaning tasks.

  • Classroom Assistant at Korean Academy
    Dec 2018 - Aug 2019 · 9 mos

    - Assisted in classroom management and supported Korean language instructors during lessons. - Engaged with students to foster a conducive learning environment. - Supported with administrative tasks, organizing study materials and maintaining records.