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CJ WagnerHarrington

@cjwagnerharrington

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Biomedical engineering student focused on medical device design, clinical translation, and cell-based research.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles developing and translating medical devices with hands-on design, close clinical collaboration, clear project ownership, and opportunities for technical growth.

I am a biomedical engineering student with hands-on experience designing medical devices, leading capstone teams, and conducting cell-culture research. I have led a senior design project to develop an accurate, low-cost rotational angle measurement system for intramedullary nail surgery and iterated testing setups in SolidWorks to approximate surgical conditions.

I bring clinical immersion and biodesign experience from UC Davis and KGI, demonstrated internship work developing a proof-of-concept balloon inflation system, and wet-lab proficiency culturing iPSCs and other cell lines. I prioritize clear communication with clinical stakeholders, organized project management, and translating clinical needs into practical, manufacturable solutions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Orthopedic Device Team Lead

Current

University of California Davis

Sep 2025 - Present (5 months)

Led a senior design project with an orthopedic surgeon to develop a low-cost rotational angle measurement system that improves lag screw alignment on first attempt; organized weekly objectives, delegated tasks, and drove stakeholder meetings to deliver on schedule.

Solidworks Product & Design Medical Device Design Team Leadership Requirements Definition Prototyping

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Undergraduate Research Assistant

Current

Wang Lab, UC Davis Medical Center

Oct 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Supported research on miRNA-driven lung regeneration and organoid modeling by culturing iPSCs and other cell lines, developing neural tube organoid models, and evaluating dECM+GelMA hydrogels for bioprinting.

Cell Culture IPSC Maintenance Hydrogel Bioinks Aseptic Technique Cell Based Assays

Clinical Immersion Peer Mentor

University of California Davis Medical Center

Sep 2025 - Dec 2025 (3 months)

Mentored clinical immersion students in identifying OR clinical needs, ran weekly workshops on device pitching and professional development, and refined student problem statements to improve capstone outcomes.

Mentoring Workshop Facilitation Medical Device Pitching Stakeholder Engagement

Medical Device R&D Intern

Keck Graduate Institute

Jun 2025 - Aug 2025 (2 months)

Conducted literature review on LV biomechanics, engineered a proof-of-concept balloon inflation system achieving cyclic inflation, and prototyped pump interfaces to improve miniaturization for an LVAD alternative.

Prototyping Pneumatics literature review Experimental Design

Clinical Immersion Trainee

University of California Davis Medical Center

Sep 2024 - Dec 2024 (3 months)

Observed OR procedures weekly to identify unmet surgical needs, developed device concepts from firsthand observations, and pitched a non-invasive glucose monitor to sponsors and faculty.

Needs Identification Market Research Device Concepting Team Collaboration

Food Service Associate

Blaze Pizza

Mar 2021 - Jul 2024 (3 years 4 months)

Prepared high-quality pizzas in a fast-paced environment, maintained customer satisfaction through service and order support, and improved team efficiency through collaboration.

Customer Service Food Preparation Fast Paced Environment Teamwork Order Management Quality Control

Student Intern

Kaiser Permanente

Jun 2021 - Aug 2022 (1 year 2 months)

Participated in professional development programs, performed hospital safety assessments, and conducted N95 fit-testing for over 50 staff to support infection control and workplace safety.

N95 Fit Testing Team Collaboration Professional Development Healthcare Operations

Academic Tutor

Roseville High School

Aug 2021 - May 2022 (9 months)

Tutored groups of 3–5 students in Math, Physics, Chemistry, and English, adapted instruction for students with learning disabilities, and managed equitable time allocation to maximize learning outcomes.

Tutoring Time Management Communication

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of California, Davis

Bachelor of Engineering, Biomedical Engineering

Grade: GPA: 3.728

Activities and societies: Senior Design Capstone (Orthopedic Surgery Device Team Lead), Clinical Immersion Peer Mentor, Wang Lab undergraduate research assistant, KGI SURE internship, BME Quarter at Aggie Square

Pursuing a Bachelor of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering with coursework and hands-on projects focused on medical device design, clinical immersion, and cell culture techniques; expected graduation in June 2026.