Garima Sarkar
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Seasoned social science researcher proficient in qualitative and quantitative analysis. Skilled in policy analysis, research, and communication, with a strong commitment to achieving equity, equality, and community engagement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
McMaster University
Hamilton, Ontario
09.2018 - Current
- Graded student assignments and exams, providing feedback on their performance.
- Collaborated with faculty members to develop innovative ways of teaching concepts.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades in accordance with university policies.
- Conducted weekly office hours to provide academic guidance to students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching pedagogy or technology use in classrooms.
- Supported professor in implementing rigorous teaching and learning experiences.
- Advised students on appropriate resources for research projects.
- Provided individual tutoring sessions for struggling students as needed.
- Facilitated discussions among students during class sessions.
Graduate Research Assistant
McMaster University
Hamilton, Ontario
05.2019 - 08.2023
- Conducted literature reviews and synthesized research findings in preparation for data analysis.
- Organized, managed, and maintained databases for research projects.
- Assisted with the design of experiments, study protocols, and data collection methods.
- Designed research and empirical studies, executing research techniques, tests and analysis.
- Compiled bibliographies of relevant resources used in conducting multiple research project.
- Prepared tables, graphs, fact sheets and written reports summarizing research results.
- Gathered, reviewed and summarized literature from policy journals.
- Analyzed data to assist the professor with various projects.
- Supported principal investigators during research into Ethnic and Gender politics.
- Executed qualitative and quantitative analysis on wide range of data.
- Analyzed qualitative and quantitative data using statistical software packages such as STATA and NVIVO.
- Drafted manuscripts for publication in academic journals based on research findings.
Faculty of Political Science
Administrative Training Institute, Government of West Bengal, India
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Participated in departmental committees focused on curriculum review or assessment initiatives.
- Collaborated with colleagues from other departments within the university to create interdisciplinary courses that explore the intersection between politics and other fields such as economics or sociology.
- Advised students on career paths related to political science such as public service or law school preparation.
- Delivered lectures on political topics such as democracy, civil rights and constitutional law.
- Developed course syllabi and lesson plans for courses in political science.
- Conducted research on various aspects of the field of political science such as public policy analysis, international relations and comparative government.
- Engaged with community partners outside of academia through volunteer opportunities at local nonprofits or civic organizations.
Faculty of Corporate Communication and English
Vision Institute of Management and Technology, West Bengal, India
10.2016 - 06.2017
- Conducted market research to develop better understanding of target audiences.
- Created presentations to provide information on negotiation strategies to internal teams.
- Taught basic theories of corporate communication
Manager
Vikramshila Education Resource Society, West Bengal, India
11.2015 - 09.2016
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
- Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
- Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
- Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
- Conducted quality, timely performance feedback and performance appraisals.
- Created training modules and documentation to train staff.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
- Implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility project on education funded by ITC Limited, India in government primary schools located in the villages of Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
Academic Counselor
I.C.E. Management Institute, affiliated to the Bharathiar University, West Bengal, India
04.2015 - 10.2015
- Provided guidance on course selection, degree requirements, transfer options, study skills and other related topics.
- Developed and implemented counseling strategies to assist students in academic, personal, social and career development.
- Organized workshops for parents and students to help them understand the college admissions process.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all student interactions including referrals, assessments or any other pertinent information.
- Cultivated relationships between universities and colleges and local businesses through outreach initiatives.
- Advised students on potential majors that align with their interests and capabilities.
- Facilitated group sessions for at-risk youth to develop critical thinking skills related to academics.
Researcher
Observer Research Foundation, Kolkata Chapter, India
07.2014 - 03.2015
- Conducted literature reviews and synthesized research to identify gaps in knowledge and inform project objectives.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to design resign, collect data, and interpret results.
- Collaborated with other researchers both in-person and virtually.
- Supported other researchers in study- and project-related activities.
- Executed qualitative and quantitative research studies using multiple proven research methodologies.
- Adapted general research methodologies to meet project-specific requirements.
- Organized data in logical ways to enable efficient analysis and effective communication of findings.
- Created databases for tracking research activities and results.
- Compiled comprehensive reports summarizing key findings from multiple sources of information.
- Assisted in preparing presentations on findings from various studies conducted by the organization.
- Communicated findings to clients using multimedia, narrative writing and presentation skills to tell informative and compelling stories.
- Organized focus groups to assess public opinion on specific topics.
- Evaluated existing policies and practices related to research initiatives.
Education
Ph.D. - Political Science (Comparative Public Policy)
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON05-2024
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) - Human Rights And Duties Education
Jadavpur University
West Bengal, India12-2014
Master of Philosophy - Political Science With International Relations
Jadavpur University
West Bengal, India06-2014
Master of Arts - Political Science With International Relations
Jadavpur University
West Bengal, India06-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
St.Xavier's College (Autonomous), Calcutta
West Bengal, India06-2010
Skills
- Policy analysis and development
- Research and data analysis
- Stakeholder engagement and collaboration
- Presentation and communication skills
- Project management
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Database management
- Report writing and briefing preparation
- Relationship building and networking
- Knowledge of relevant policy areas (eg, education, gender, children, community, etc)
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
Languages
English
Full Professional
Bengali
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Accomplishments
- Graduate Student Association Dissertation scholarship, McMaster University, Canada, 2023
- Covid Relief Graduate Fellowship, Faculty of Social Sciences, McMaster University, Canada, 2022
- Dean's Award for Outstanding Leadership & Contributions to the International Graduate Student Community, McMaster University, Canada, 2021
- Outstanding International Student of the Year Award by CUPE 3906, McMaster University, Canada, 2021
- Fellowship for “The Theory and Practice of Gender Mainstreaming: Canadian and Comparative Perspectives” (POLI 683-CB) Summer School, Concordia University, Quebec, Canada, 2019
- Graduate Scholarship at McMaster University, 2018-2023
- University Grants Commission of India Approved Non-NET Fellowship for MPhil Scholars at Jadavpur University, India, 2012-2014
Volunteer Experience
- Volunteer at LA/Collaborative, McMaster University, Canada (October 2023- present)
- Graduate Navigator, McMaster University, Canada (2021- present)
- Executive Committee member at Sagarpare (Community Organization), Hamilton, Canada (2019-2024)
- Volunteer, LetstalkScience at McMaster Children and Youth University, Hamilton, Canada (Fall 2019 –June 2022)
- Co-Chair, McMaster University Political Science Graduate Student Association (MPSGSA), Canada, (September 2021-December 2022)
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
McMaster University
05.2019 - 08.2023
Graduate Teaching Assistant
McMaster University
09.2018 - Current
Faculty of Political Science
Administrative Training Institute, Government of West Bengal, India
07.2017 - 08.2018
Faculty of Corporate Communication and English
Vision Institute of Management and Technology, West Bengal, India
10.2016 - 06.2017
Manager
Vikramshila Education Resource Society, West Bengal, India
11.2015 - 09.2016
Academic Counselor
I.C.E. Management Institute, affiliated to the Bharathiar University, West Bengal, India
04.2015 - 10.2015
Researcher
Observer Research Foundation, Kolkata Chapter, India
07.2014 - 03.2015
Ph.D. - Political Science (Comparative Public Policy)
McMaster University
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) - Human Rights And Duties Education
Jadavpur University
Master of Philosophy - Political Science With International Relations
Jadavpur University
Master of Arts - Political Science With International Relations
Jadavpur University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
St.Xavier's College (Autonomous), Calcutta
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