Research Assistant Resume Example
Driven Research Assistant currently pursuing doctoral degree in interdisciplinary engineering (Civil/Mechanical) and advanced research experience in building energy efficiency, sustainability, and infrastructure resiliency to facilitate research into diverse topics. Adept at conducting experimental studies, literature reviews, data synthesis, and analysis. Published author of peer-reviewed journal articles. Offering 10 years of experience.
Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles
1. Krishna Chaitanya Jagadeesh Simma, Andrea Mammoli, Susan M Bogus, “Real-Time Occupancy Estimation Using WiFi Network to Optimize HVAC Operation”, Procedia Computer Science, Volume 155,2019, Pages 495-502, ISSN 1877-0509, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.procs.2019.08.069.
2. Krishna Chaitanya Jagadeesh Simma, Tom Caudell, Susan M Bogus, Andrea Mammoli, “Fuzzy ART: Pattern Recognition of WiFi detected Occupancy in Commercial Buildings”, Springer Nature, 2021 (Accepted for publication)
3. Krishna Chaitanya Jagadeesh Simma, Tom Caudell, Susan M Bogus, Andrea Mammoli, “Neural network-based occupancy prediction using patterns detected in WiFi measured occupancy in commercial buildings”, 2021 (manuscript in works)
Peer-Reviewed Conference Papers
1. Simma, K. C. J., S. M. Bogus, and A. Mammoli. "WiFi router network-based occupancy estimation to optimize HVAC energy consumption in Proceedings of the CSCE Annual Conference." (2019): 1-10.
2. Simma, Krishna Chaitanya Jagadeesh, Vanessa Valentin, and Susan M. Bogus. "Evaluation of Post-Wildfire Flood Impacts on Earth Dams: A Pareto Approach." Computing in Civil Engineering 2019: Smart Cities, Sustainability, and Resilience. Reston, VA: American Society of Civil Engineers, 2019. 475-482.
Other Publications and Conference papers
1. Hand, F.R., Krishna Chaitanya Simma, Brandon Jones, "Earthquake, Wind and Precipitation Evaluations of Columbia Fuel Fabrication Facility (CFFF)"
, Prepared by Atkins Nuclear Solutions, US, October 2016
2. Hand, F.R., Krishna Chaitanya Simma, "Wind and Precipitation Evaluations of Columbia Fuel Fabrication Facility (CFFF)", Prepared by Atkins Nuclear Solutions, US, March 2016
3. Hand, F.R., and Krishna Chaitanya Simma, " Seismic Evaluation of Global Nuclear Fuels-America", Prepared by Atkins Nuclear Solutions, US, December 2015
4. Hand, F.R., Alfred Sanchez, and Krishna Chaitanya Simma, "Seismic Evaluation of the Nuclear Fuel Services Fuel Fabrication Facility,"
Prepared by Nuclear Safety Associates, Albuquerque, NM, January 2015
5. Krishna Chaitanya Jagadeesh, Micheal Gonzalez, “Sustainable Operation of Buildings Utilizing Integrated BIM Technologies through Research”, Academic Interoperability Coalition. April 2017
6. Krishna Chaitanya Jagadeesh Simma, Krishna Murthy, “New Urbanism”, STHAPATYA, JNTU Hyderabad March 2008
7. Krishna Chaitanya Jagadeesh Simma, Malsoor Dasari, “Solid Waste Management”, RACE2K9, JNTU Anantapur, March 2009
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- Wrote research papers, reports, reviews and summaries regarding commercial building energy efficiency using neural networks.
- Hypothesized and planned experimental studies in collaboration with professors to increase knowledge in field of study.
- Generated significant results in commercial building energy efficiency using occupancy metrics and strategizing HVAC operation.
- Presented findings of commercial building occupancy on building energy consumption at various international conferences.
- Performed preliminary and exploratory data analysis using occupancy data to measure their impact on building energy consumption.
- Collaborated with professors from multiple departments and scientists from Sandia National Labs to design experiments and test novel research theories in using Synthetic Aperture Radar(SAR) Imaging.
- Conducted research experiments using accelerometers to collect building vibrational data over course of 12 months.
- Generated significant results that influenced detection of concealed machinery using SAR imaging techniques.
- Organized workshops and outreach programs for underrepresented students under National Science Foundation grant to encourage STEM education, Sustainability, and Green Technologies.
- Motivated high school students and teachers in New Mexico towards STEM education, sustainable engineering, and to pursue careers in transportation industry.
- Taught 3 graduate level courses in Civil Engineering to up to 75 students adhering to university standards.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning and develop critical thinking skills.
- Organized workshops and guest lectures to facilitate student interactions with industry experts in field of study.
- Reviewed and assigned grades for students research articles using predefined grading template.
- Designed and distributed lecture handouts to round out material and increase student understanding.
- Oversaw undergraduate student projects and advised on focus, methodology and report generation to meet preset standards.
- Utilized instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction to engage and educate students.
- Held weekly office hours to work with struggling students one-on-one and increase GPAs.
- Conducted structural analysis for over 10 nuclear fuel enrichment buildings using finite element modeling.
- Evaluated accurate building models for structural deficiencies under earthquake loads, wind loads, rain, and snow loads based on building code (e.g., AISC, ASCE, IBC) specifications.
- Published 4 technical reports on structural conditions of buildings and made recommendations as needed to meet local building codes.
- Prepared assignments, proctored tests, and provided grades for 5 undergraduate and graduate courses according to university standards.
- Assisted professors with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Evaluate assignments and exams and gave constructive feedback to students.
- Tutored students in Civil Engineering topics (e.g., Statics, Construction Management, Engineering Design) during office hours.
- Delivered lectures in 8 different Civil Engineering courses at appropriate pace and pronunciation for optimal audience comprehension.
- Oversaw undergraduate student projects and advised on focus, methodology and report generation to meet preset standards.
- Designed and distributed lecture handouts to round out material and increase student understanding.
- Mentored undergraduate in effective next-steps for education and career preparedness.
- Liaised with company executives and project managers to acquire resources to move projects forward.
- Planned and managed engineering projects (i.e., 1500 housing units in Kufra, Libya and 8-unit commercial buildings in Tripoli, Libya) and continuous improvement programs to reduce labor and costs.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics and scheduling factors.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
- Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.
- Dissertation: Dynamic HVAC energy management using commercial building occupancy metrics and neural networks.
- Graduated with 4.01 GPA
- Awarded Travel Grant by department of Mechanical Engineering, 2019.
- Awarded Travel Grant by department of Civil, Construction, & Environmental Engineering, 2019.
- Awarded Travel Grant by department of Civil, Construction, & Environmental Engineering, 2018.
- Awarded Doctoral Conference Presentation Award, by Office of Graduate Studies, 2017.
- Professional development completed in Graduate Teaching Academy and College Teaching.
- Professional development completed in Recognizing Plagiarism.
- Coursework in Sustainable Design & Construction, Advanced Data Analysis, Fracture Mechanics, Advanced Mechanics of Materials, and Optimization Theory.
- Graduated with 3.91 GPA
- Thesis: Risk Assessment of Post-Wildfire floods on Dams and Their Floodplains
- Received Amigo Scholarship from the state of New Mexico
- Graduated in Top 5% of Class
- Graduated with 3.7 GPA
- Received Outstanding Student Scholarship from 2006-2010 from the state of Andhra Pradesh.
- Member of Rotary Student Club, Kakinada
- Awarded Best Volunteer in the year 2010
- Elected to President for Rotary Student Club's Innovation Department in 2009
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School Attended
- University of New Mexico
- Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
Job Titles Held:
- Research Assistant
- Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Engineer-I
- Student Grader
- Lecturer
- Assistant Project Engineer
Degrees
- Expected in 07/2021 PhD. | Civil Engineering
05/2016 Master of Science | Civil Engineering
05/2010 Bachelor of Technology | Civil Engineering
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