Afrida Faiza
Calgary,CA
Summary
Dynamic educator and researcher with a proven track record at University of Calgary, BetterStories Limited and BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health and Swisscontact. Excelled in tutoring, mentoring, and enhancing research quality through innovative data analysis and classroom management. Achieved significant advancements in academic and research settings by leveraging expertise in research support and online teaching. Demonstrated exceptional ability to mentor peers and drive project success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta
08.2023 - Current
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Documented attendance and completed assignments to maintain full class and student records.
- Assisted in the development of course materials, ensuring content was relevant and engaging for students.
- Elevated student research skills by guiding effective use of academic databases and resources.
- Conducted office hours for supplemental tutoring sessions, helping students understand complex concepts more clearly.
- Boosted class participation rates with incorporation of multimedia presentations into lectures.
- Worked with teachers in evaluating student progress, needs and gains.
- Served as a liaison between faculty members and students, addressing concerns and facilitating resolution of issues promptly.
- Facilitated academic success, offering personalized tutoring sessions for students struggling with course material.
- Mentored students through office hours and one-on-one communication.
- Mentored new graduate teaching assistants, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management strategies.
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to improve teaching and learning by sharing resources and best practices.
Research Associate
BetterStories Limited
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Conducted comprehensive literature reviews to inform study designs and methodology decisions.
- Helped team meet regulatory requirements by coordinating documentation and filings.
- Assisted in the development of new research proposals, resulting in increased funding opportunities and project growth potential.
- Completed exhaustive research using databases, physical records, and digital resources.
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
Senior Research Assistant
BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health
07.2020 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project milestones and deliverables.
- Demonstrated adaptability by switching seamlessly between multiple projects as needed while prioritizing tasks accordingly without compromising on quality standards.
- Contributed to the successful completion of multiple high-profile projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
- Enhanced research quality by implementing rigorous data collection and analysis methods.
- Assisted in production of research reports and articles for peer-reviewed journals.
- Stayed current on industry trends by attending training sessions, workshops, and conferences in order to apply cutting-edge methodologies in daily work practices.
- Played an integral role in publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals, significantly increasing organizational visibility within the scientific community.
- Analyzed discussion and creation of project objectives, proposals and budgets to meet funding criteria.
- Established strong partnerships with external collaborators for expanded access to resources and expertise.
- Participated in partnerships and networking with external companies to produce research findings and share best practices.
- Developed comprehensive reports, summarizing key findings and offering actionable insights.
- Initiated qualitative research using ATLAS.ti.
Research Assistant
Swisscontact
11.2019 - 12.2019
- Managed research databases with utmost diligence, ensuring data integrity and security.
- Improved data collection methods with introduction of innovative survey techniques.
- Translated research findings into actionable recommendations, influencing policy and practice.
- Analyzed complex data sets to uncover critical insights, driving direction of research projects.
- Completed fieldwork in 4 different districts in Bangladesh
Education
Master of Arts - Anthropology
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB08.2025
Masters in Development Studies - Developmental Studies
BRAC University
Dhaka, Bangladesh12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
BRAC University
Dhaka, Bangladesh06.2018
Skills
- Tutoring and mentoring
- Classroom Management
- Online Teaching
- Lesson Planning
- Documentation skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Research Support
- Research expertise
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Bengali
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Limited Working
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta
08.2023 - Current
Research Associate
BetterStories Limited
01.2023 - 03.2023
Senior Research Assistant
BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health
07.2020 - 05.2022
Research Assistant
Swisscontact
11.2019 - 12.2019
Master of Arts - Anthropology
University of Calgary
Masters in Development Studies - Developmental Studies
BRAC University
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
BRAC University
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