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Andrew Marder

Richardson,TX
Andrew Marder

Summary

Ph.D. in Physics specializing in condensed matter and photonics, with expertise in fluorescence spectroscopy, optical measurement techniques, and materials characterization. Proficient in Python programming for data acquisition, analysis, and modeling. Experienced in experimental design, problem-solving, and data analysis, with a proven ability to collaborate and communicate technical concepts effectively.

Overview

5
years of professional experience

Work History

The University of Texas at Dallas

Graduate Research Assistant
08.2019 - 12.2024

Job overview

  • Developed custom Python scripts for efficient data acquisition, analysis, and modeling, demonstrating strong programming skills and problem-solving abilities
  • Reconfigured and optimized optical setup during a lab relocation, including designing and aligning a new laser beam path, aligning optics, and integrating detectors and a confocal microscope
  • Mentored junior students and collaborated with external groups for sample synthesis and characterization, fostering a collaborative and innovative research environment

The University of Texas at Dallas

Teaching Assistant
08.2019 - 12.2024

Job overview

  • Organized and led interactive problem-solving sessions for upper-level physics courses, including Optics, Electricity and Magnetism, and Quantum Mechanics
  • Enhanced student understanding with personalized support during one-on-one tutoring sessions.

Corning, Inc.

Measurement Engineering Intern
05.2022 - 07.2022

Job overview

  • Prototyped an automated multi-core optical fiber alignment stage, integrating machine-vision with Python
  • Collaborated expectations, processes, and ideas across different groups, achieving unified goals

Education

The University of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TX

Ph.D. from Physics (Optics, Condensed Matter)
12-2024

University Overview

  • Dissertation: Near-Unity Biexciton Quantum Yield and Generation of Correlated Photon Pairs from CdS/CdSe/CdS Quantum Shells.
  • 3.767 GPA

The University of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TX

Bachelor of Science from Physics
05-2019

University Overview

  • Academic Excellence Scholarship Recipient
  • 3.904 GPA


Skills

  • Spectroscopy
  • Python (Programming Language)
  • Prototyping
  • Fiber Optics
  • Laser Physics
  • Research and analysis
  • Data Modeling
  • Data Analysis
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Analytical thinking

Publications

Journal Articles

  • A. A. Marder, S. S. Smith, J. Cassidy, et al., “Heralded generation of correlated photon pairs from CdS/CdSe/CdS quantum shells,” ACS nano, 2024.
  • D. Harankahage, J. Cassidy, A. Marder, et al., “Quantum shell in a shell: Engineering colloidal nanocrystals for a high-intensity excitation regime,” Journal of the American Chemical Society, vol. 145, no. 24, pp. 13 326–13 334, 2023.
  • A. A. Marder, J. Cassidy, D. Harankahage, et al., “CdS/CdSe/CdS spherical quantum wells with near-unity biexciton quantum yield for light-emitting-device applications,” ACS Materials Letters, vol. 5, no. 5, pp. 1411–1419, 2023.


Conference Presentations

  • A. A. Marder, “Enhanced biexciton emission yield in individual CdS/CdSe/CdS nanoshells,” in ACS Spring 2022, American Chemical Society, San Diego, CA, 2022.

Timeline

Measurement Engineering Intern

Corning, Inc.
05.2022 - 07.2022

Graduate Research Assistant

The University of Texas at Dallas
08.2019 - 12.2024

Teaching Assistant

The University of Texas at Dallas
08.2019 - 12.2024

The University of Texas At Dallas

Ph.D. from Physics (Optics, Condensed Matter)

The University of Texas At Dallas

Bachelor of Science from Physics
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Andrew Marder