Developed ionic liquid based electrochemical sensors for continuous Arctic soil greenhouse gas monitoring
Collaborated and communicated technical details effectively with diverse, multi-disciplinary research teams
Delivered research findings to broadly specialized audiences during research conferences and progress meetings
Guided and mentored 5 graduate students and junior researchers.
Assistant Professor of Practice
Southern Illinois University At Carbondale
08.2018 - 12.2018
Delivered General Chemistry I lecture and workshop instruction to large sections (200+) of freshmen pursuing a diverse variety of science and engineering majors
Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement
Managed and coordinated with 15 teaching assistants to ensure the smooth functioning of review workshop sections and to gain deeper feedback on student performance.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University Of Southern Mississippi
08.2013 - 05.2018
Assumed the role of instructing, supervising, and evaluating multiple cohorts of undergraduate students participating in General Chemistry I and General Chemistry II Laboratory sessions
Mentored students through office hours and one-on-one communication.
Education
Ph.D. - Chemistry
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
05.2018
Bachelor of Technology - Chemical And Electrochemical Engineering
Central Electrochemical Research Institute
Karaikudi, India
05.2013
Skills
Interpersonal and Written Communication
Teamwork and Collaboration
Organizational skills
Attention to detail
Time management
Multitasking
Problem-Solving
Public speaking
Teaching and Mentorship
Research and Analysis
Laboratory techniques
Electrochemistry
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Tamil
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Full Professional
Timeline
Research Associate
Oakland University
01.2019 - 07.2023
Assistant Professor of Practice
Southern Illinois University At Carbondale
08.2018 - 12.2018
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University Of Southern Mississippi
08.2013 - 05.2018
Ph.D. - Chemistry
University of Southern Mississippi
Bachelor of Technology - Chemical And Electrochemical Engineering