Dersim Kamil
Ancaster,ON
Summary
Research Associate specializing in literature reviews, program scans, and data analysis for humanities research projects. Delivered actionable insights through comprehensive reports and presentations, effectively communicating findings to faculty stakeholders and facilitating committee discussions to drive evidence-based recommendations.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of post-secondary education
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Associate Academic
McMaster University
Hamilton, Ontario
08.2023 - 07.2025
- Led the Reimagining the PhD in Humanities project by synthesizing literature, program research, and internal data into monthly reports.
- Analyzed completion, retention, and survey data to identify trends and develop actionable recommendations for program changes.
- Delivered presentations to Humanities Graduate Chairs, Reimagining the PhD committee, and university stakeholders to communicate project findings and recommendations.
- Drafted, revised, edited, and proofread the committee report, then incorporated feedback from faculty and PhD student consultations.
- Coordinated faculty-wide graduate orientation planning, including venue selection, budgeting, scheduling,
outreach, and internship promotion.
Doctoral Researcher
McMaster University
Hamilton
09.2012 - 11.2017
- Authored peer-reviewed papers and wrote study results for publication and academic review.
- Presented research findings on Francophone literatures at national and international conferences.
- Delivered presentations and seminars to graduate students at McMaster University and other institutions.
- Built relationships with external stakeholders to support collaboration on research initiatives.
- Facilitated graduate student discussions on SSHRC funding opportunities and scholarship applications, and represented the Faculty of Humanities at a Carleton University conference on the future of the PhD in humanities.
- Enhanced recruitment efforts by coordinating outreach initiatives targeting prospective students at recruitment events highlighting McMaster University French studies programs.
- Facilitated discussions among graduate students on SSHRC funding opportunities and scholarship applications, representing Faculty of Humanities at Carleton University conference on future of PhD in humanities.
Research Assistant
McMaster University
Hamilton
09.2012 - 08.2013
- Reviewed project progress in team meetings, aligning next steps to ensure continuity across ongoing work.
- Collaborated in editorial committee meetings to develop plans and resolve issues affecting the peer review process.
- Communicated with contributors about revisions and submission deadlines, supporting timely manuscript updates.
- Coordinated follow-up on contributor changes and publication timelines, facilitating timely edits and ensuring publication readiness.
- Participated in team meetings to review project progress and align next steps across ongoing work.
Research Assistant
Private
Hamilton
05.2010 - 08.2012
- Researched rare books in online library collections, coordinating with librarians across Europe and North America to ensure accurate information retrieval.
- Streamlined research record maintenance and updates using Microsoft Office, improving access to organized information in Word and Excel.
- Monitored research progress and daily activities through data entry and database management, maintaining organized records for efficient access.
Education
Ph.D. - French Language And Literature
Mcmaster University
Hamilton 09.2012 - 11.2017
Master of Arts - French
Mcmaster University
Hamilton 09.2010 - 11.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Combined Honours French And Political Science
Mcmaster University
Hamilton 09.2006 - 05.2010
Skills
- Data analysis
- Research and analysis
- Literature review
- Academic writing
- Report writing
- Presentation delivery
Languages
French
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Spanish
Beginner (A1)
A1
Certification
Ontario Secondary School Certificate of Bilingualism, (French & English), Georges-P.-Vanier Secondary School, 06/2006
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Research Associate Academic
McMaster University
08.2023 - 07.2025
Doctoral Researcher
McMaster University
09.2012 - 11.2017
Research Assistant
McMaster University
09.2012 - 08.2013
Ph.D. - French Language And Literature
Mcmaster University
09.2012 - 11.2017
Master of Arts - French
Mcmaster University
09.2010 - 11.2011
Research Assistant
Private
05.2010 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Combined Honours French And Political Science
Mcmaster University
09.2006 - 05.2010