Abeera Sivarajah
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Detail-oriented and motivated chemistry Masters student seeking a position to leverage my skills in product development and team collaboration. Eager to contribute to innovative projects, improve manufacturing processes, and support quality assurance initiatives in a dynamic environment. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Lab Teaching Assistant
McMaster University
2022.01 - Current
- Provided one-on-one assistance to students during lab sessions, leading to improved performance and increased confidence.
- Contributed to curriculum development by suggesting new experiments or improvements to existing procedures.
- Managed inventory of lab supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for planned activities and reducing downtime.
- Evaluated student work with fairness and consistency, offering constructive feedback to promote growth.
- Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, fostering a positive classroom environment.
- Streamlined grading processes by using technology tools such as Excel spreadsheets or online grading platforms.
- Improved lab safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and implementing proper protocols.
- Addressed any discrepancies in experimental results by troubleshooting errors in methodology or equipment usage.
- Studied and implemented latest information on specific subjects and learning strategies.
Assistant Coach (Part-time)
Elson Badminton Club
2018.01 - Current
- Type: Part-time
- Demonstrate leadership by managing training sessions and developing exercise drills, promoting teamwork and skill advancement among students
- Assisted head coach in evaluating player performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous growth.
- Mentored athletes on sportsmanship, leadership skills, and maintaining a strong work ethic both on and off the field.
- Assisted in creating and executing practice plans for athletes to help reach highest potential.
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective training programs tailored to individual athlete needs.
- Provided guidance to clients in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
Receptionist
Governess Academy Tutoring
2016.01 - 2019.09
- Managed front desk operations and maintained a clean and organized environment, demonstrating strong multitasking abilities.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate information.
Donor Acquisition Agent
Sunnybrook Foundation
2019.01 - 2019.07
- Engaged with stakeholders to promote fundraising efforts, leveraging communication skills to support project goals.
- Informed clients of policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of client communications, transactions, policies, and other relevant documentation for seamless operations within the agency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON04.2022
Honors Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
McMaster University
01.2022
Skills
Laboratory safety and cleanliness guidelines
Laboratory techniques
Calibration skills
Lab Safety Procedures
Sample Preparation
Chemical Handling
Spectroscopy Techniques
Formulation Development
Particle size analysis
Microscopy techniques
Analytical chemistry
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Tamil
Native or Bilingual
Accomplishments
Participated in CREST (Current Research in Engineering, Science, and Technology) Conference on May, 2024 held at McMaster University, Canada
Participated in TASME (Technological Advances in Science, Medicine and Engineering) International Conference on July (6th & 7th), held at University of Toronto, Canada
Timeline
Undergraduate Lab Teaching Assistant
McMaster University
2022.01 - Current
Donor Acquisition Agent
Sunnybrook Foundation
2019.01 - 2019.07
Assistant Coach (Part-time)
Elson Badminton Club
2018.01 - Current
Receptionist
Governess Academy Tutoring
2016.01 - 2019.09
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
McMaster University
Honors Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
McMaster University
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