An energetic, adaptable and resourceful woman
who hopes to build on the experience I have gained through my study and research
work by gaining employment as a researcher in electrochemical energy conversion
and storage systems as well as related fields. I thrive in dynamic environments
and love nothing better than research and a new challenge where I can utilize
all my skills and make a significant contribution.
Skills
Deep experience working with XPS, SEM/EDS, EIS, XRD and
other electrochemical characterization technologies
Demonstrated experience in using range of experimental procedures
and analytical techniques including sample preparation, solid phase
extraction and chromatography techniques.
Design and characterization of major components of rechargeable battery and rich experience in using modern characterization techniques including NMR,
TGA, DSC, XRD, and FTIR to characterize new materials.
Extensive knowledge of commercial electrochemical testing protocols and analysis
+6 years experience in inorganic and organic chemistry including synthesis, characterization.
Demonstrated expertise in electrolyte formula design, optimization, and evaluation of advanced electrolytes and additives for high voltage and high energy lithium-ion battery applications
Expert in developing and applying modern advanced optical and x-ray spectroscopy and microscopy techniques for the characterization, and modification of major components in Li-ion rechargeable batteries.
Excellent analytical and methodical skills.
Experienced team player with the ability to initiate and manage cross-functional teams and multi-disciplinary projects.
High level of written and oral communication skills.
Experience in developing and deploying novel instrumental techniques and experimental methodologies to study kinetic properties in Lithium ion batteries.
Ability to relay information through various modalities due to teaching experience
Experience in using a variety of instruments associated with electrochemical cell preparation and electrochemical testing, including dry room, glove boxes, battery assembly and test equipments.
Work History
Chemist Postdoctoral Fellow, 06/2016 to Current Louisiana State University – Baton Rouge, LA,
Develop and apply optical in situ characterization methods such as, Raman, FTIR spectroscopy/microscopy, TERS and near-field nanoFTIR techniques and scanning probe microscopy, for the characterization, modification and control composite electrodes active and passive components, electrode-electrolyte interfaces in Li-ion rechargeable batteries.
Develop and deploy novel instrumental techniques and experimental methodologies and perform ex situ and in situ experiments on electrode samples from functioning Li-ionbatteries as well as cell model systems
Process, analyze and present experimental data including applying computer analysis and simulation programs to interpret experimental data and characterize Li-ion battery electrodes.
Prepare reports, manuscripts, proposals and technical manuals for use by other scientists and requestors, including funding agencies and collaborators.
Collaborate in the development of new research proposals and new scientific initiatives and carry out collaborative research with research associates, post-doctoral fellows, visiting scientists and students.
Prepare materials for submissions and presentation to DOE and other agencies.
Postdoctoral Researcher, 2014 to 10/2015 Marshall University – Huntington, WV,
Performed research work on identification and understanding of the surface phenomenon
in lithium-ion batteries
Designing,
synthesising and characterization of potential electrolyte additives for battery application
Support laboratory scale synthesis, characterization, electrochemistry and cell testing of various additives and electrolyte formulas.
Synthesis
and characterization of cathode material for Li/S battery and Develop polymer electrolytes and ionic liquid based
electrolytes for Li/S battery
Applied insitu spectroscopy and microscopy, image processing, data simulation, modeling and numerical analysis of spectroscopic and microscopic data to study electrochemical phenomena.
Electrolyte formulation design & development for high capacity anode cell chemistry to achieve long cycle/ calendar life.
Writing up research findings and proposals and present results at selected meetings and seminars.
Supervised and mentored research students in the Lab.
Assistant Professor, 08/2013 to 11/2013 University Of Massachusetts – Amherst, MA,
Supervised undergraduate, taught graduate (Masters) students at the Chemistry Department.
Supervised students' research activities and carry out research and produce publications, or other
research outputs.
Developed and delivered engaging lectures to undergraduate and graduate students.
Taught introductory and upper-level courses in Inorganic Chemistry.
Wrote course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts.
Demonstrated a continued commitment to undergraduate as well as graduate teaching through full participation in the college of science community.
Academic Programming and Marketing manager of College of Science, 08/2009 to 07/2010 Bahir Dar University – City, STATE,
Directs the teaching learning activities of
the college of science at Bahir Dar University
Supervises the proper use of resources
within the college.
Conduct periodic and continuous market
analysis
Developing, managing and renovating
curricula for the college’s academic programs
Ensure continual impact assessment, evaluation or
graduate follow up and provision of feedback
Lecturer, 06/2008 to 07/2010 Department Of Chemistry, Bahir Dar University – City, STATE,
Prepared and delivered lectures, seminars and tutorials forundergraduate chemistry student.
Assess students' coursework and set and mark examinations
Supported students through advisory role
Preformed personal research projects and actively
contributing to the institution's research profile
Graduate Assistant I & II, 07/2005 to 07/2008 Department Of Chemistry, Bahir Dar University – City, STATE,
Assist
in the instruction of practical chemistry courses for undergraduate students
Give
tutorial classes
Meet with and/or tutor students, hold office hours, prepared instructional materials
Assist in research activities
Monitored students’ academic progress and referred students who were struggling to campus resources.
Education
Ph.D.: Chemical Engineering, Expected in 2013 National Taiwan University of Science and Technology - 43 Keelung Rd., Sec. 4, Taipei, Taiwan GPA:
PhD
Dissertation Investigation of Surface Reactions on Negative
Electrodes of Lithium Ion Batteries Using Infrared Spectroscopy
Top 1% of class
Recipient of National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Scholarship and NTUST Professor
Lee-Chia-Ping's Filial Piety Scholarship
Coursework includes Advanced Physical Chemistry, Advanced Organic Chemistry, Advanced Surface
Characterization of Materials.
Advanced academic research in Rechargable battery electrolyte design, development and characterization
Master of Science: Inorganic Chemistry, Expected in 2008 Addis Ababa University - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia GPA:
Master
Thesis Polydentate 1,10-Phenanthroline-5,6-Dione
Derivatives and Its Metal Complexes-Synthesis and Characterization
Top 5% of class
Recipient of Bahir Dar University and Ethiopian Ministry Of Education (MOE) Scholarship
Advanced academic research in synthesis and characterization of Schiff base ligands and their complexes
Coursework includes Advanced Inorganic Chemistry, Advanced Instrumental Analysis, Catalysis, and
Inorganic Synthesis.
Bachelor of Science: Chemistry, Expected in 2005 Bahir Dar University - Bahir Dar, Ethiopia GPA:
Undergraduate
Project Water
Chemical Composition Of Enfranz River
tributary of lake Tana and Blue Nile
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National Taiwan University of Science and Technology
Addis Ababa University
Bahir Dar University
Job Titles Held:
Chemist Postdoctoral Fellow
Postdoctoral Researcher
Assistant Professor
Academic Programming and Marketing manager of College of Science
