MOJTABA MOHAMMADI
Montreal,CANADA
Summary
Motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow looking to further advance understanding in polymer nanocomposites, polymer blends, and polymeric solution by conducting independent research into development of innovative polymeric systems, multiphase polymer blends and polymeric nanostructures. Proficient in polymer processing and development techniques (extrusion, compression molding, reactive mixing, internal batch mixing, and solvent casting), rheology of polymeric system, polymer and material characterization techniques such as DSC, DMTA, Tensile Strength, Impact Strength, Tear Strength, FTIR, EDX, SEM, TEM, AFM, XRD, TGA, and MFI.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Postdoctoral Fellow
Polytechnique Montreal University
Montreal, Canada
01.2022 - Current
- Developed unique research into self-reinforce PLA materials
- Reviewed and analyzed historical and emerging literature to develop and practice new technologies
- Completed analysis of data acquired from research and verified careful documentation of information
- Assisted teaching and instructing students alongside other professors
- Wrote and published peer-reviewed articles concerning findings and highlighted possible applications for findings
- Troubleshot and developed experimental tools to deal with ever-evolving technology
- Collaborated with colleagues to gather research and publish findings
Research Associate
Polytechnique Montreal University
Montreal, Canada
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations
- Completed exhaustive research into extensional viscosity of PLA blend systems
- Conducted regular maintenance, and validation of equipment’s (MCR 302, 501, and 502 as well as Sentmanat Extension Rheometer (SER)) in Rheology lab
- Determined areas of research to increase knowledge in particular field
- Wrote research papers, reports and summaries regarding extensional viscosity of polymeric system
PhD Graduate Assistance
Polytechnique Montreal University
Montreal, Canada
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Developed high-performance poly (lactic acid) (PLA) system through blending with poly (butylene adipate terephthalate) PBAT and incorporation of CNCs
- Gathered, reviewed and summarized literature from scientific journals such as SciFinder and PubMed and produced graphs and other scientific calculations using MS Excel
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
- Participate in different side projects alongside of PhD work
- Results of work have given rise to seven (7) scientific publications in international journals and eight (8) oral-type presentations at international conferences
PhD Graduate Assistant
Saskatchewan University
Saskatoon, Canada
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Gathered, reviewed and summarized literature from scientific journals such as SciFinder and PubMed and produced graphs and other scientific calculations using MS Excel
- Analyzed acquired information and presented to professors
- Worked on emerging pollutants project, studying effects of Fe-based materials in catalytic ozonation methods on remediation of emerging pollutants
Process Engineer
Lavan Oil Refinery
Hormozgan, Iran
12.2016 - 08.2017
- Provided technical assistance to production team when issues arose
- Established project schedules and monitored tasks to meet milestones during each phase
- Created process simulations to test operational outcomes without causing service disruptions
- Evaluated proposed project economics and identified alternative solutions and designs producing improved results
- Analyzed critical line data to make recommendations for improvement
- Reviewed processes, identifying areas requiring improvement
- Interfaced with area teams to verify application of technical details
- Collaborated with technologists to address operating issues and support rapid recovery
Research Assistant
Shiraz University
Shiraz, Iran
09.2011 - 12.2016
- Group leader of water and wastewater treatment (Professor Samad Sabbaghi lab.) and managed more than 10 Master students
- Designed and constructed pilot scale reactors for advanced oxidation process and treatment.
- Designed and performed extensive experiments for statistical, analysis and optimization of different methods of advanced oxidation processes
- Performed regular maintenance and validation of lab equipment
- Synthesized of different Nanomaterials and nanocomposites
- Characterized Nanomaterials using different method such as XRD, EDX, FTIR, SEM, and TEM
- Prepared materials for reports, presentations and submission to peer-reviewed journal publications
Education
Ph.D. - Chemical Engineering (Polymer Science)
Polytechnique Montreal (Montreal University)
Montreal, QC 08.2018 - 08.2021
Master of Science - Chemical Engineering (Nanotechnology)
Shiraz University
Shiraz 09.2011 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Shiraz University
Shiraz 09.2006 - 09.2010
Affiliations
Center for High Performance Polymer and Composite Systems (CREPEC), Department of Chemical Engineering, École Polytechnique de Montréal, Montreal, QC H3T 1J4, Canada
Timeline
Postdoctoral Fellow
Polytechnique Montreal University
01.2022 - Current
Research Associate
Polytechnique Montreal University
09.2021 - 12.2021
PhD Graduate Assistance
Polytechnique Montreal University
08.2018 - 08.2021
Ph.D. - Chemical Engineering (Polymer Science)
Polytechnique Montreal (Montreal University)
08.2018 - 08.2021
PhD Graduate Assistant
Saskatchewan University
08.2017 - 08.2018
Process Engineer
Lavan Oil Refinery
12.2016 - 08.2017
Research Assistant
Shiraz University
09.2011 - 12.2016
Master of Science - Chemical Engineering (Nanotechnology)
Shiraz University
09.2011 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Shiraz University
09.2006 - 09.2010
Skills
Team player
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