CAROLINE GWARO
Graduate Student
Baton Rouge
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with a strong background in research and education at Louisiana State University. I'm passionate about advancing knowledge in Chemistry through high-quality research. I'm a self-motivated professional with excellent communication, planning and problem solving abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
Louisiana State University
01.2023 - Current
- Completing administrative and research duties per professor request.
- Participating in regular meetings with project supervisors, providing progress updates and discussing potential challenges or areas for improvement.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to advance research objectives and achieve project milestones.
- Recording data and maintaining source documentation.
- Assisting in manuscript preparation, contributing to the publication of influential articles in peer-reviewed journals.
- Presenting research findings at conferences and workshops, fostering professional growth and collaboration within the academic community.
- Mentoring undergraduate students, providing guidance on research methodologies and techniques.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Louisiana State University
08.2022 - Current
- Administering coursework, graded assignments and provided constructive feedback.
- Assisting professors in the development of course materials for improved student engagement and understanding.
- Collaborating with fellow teaching assistants to provide additional support for struggling students, leading to improved academic outcomes.
- Mentoring students through office hours and one-on-one communication.
- Supporting instructors in grading exams and papers, maintaining accurate records of student performance throughout the semester.
- Providing timely and constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to refine their work and achieve higher grades.
Classroom Teacher
La Fontana International School
09.2020 - 03.2022
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students'' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
Peer Mentor
Itierio Girls High School
05.2014 - 08.2014
- Served as a role model for students, demonstrating effective communication and problem-solving skills.
- Provided guidance to peers on academic and personal matters, promoting overall wellbeing.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to identify areas where peer mentors could provide additional support.
- Facilitated peer-to-peer conversations to support open communication among mentees.
Education
Ph.D. - Chemistry
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Education Science, Chemistry Major.
University of Nairobi
Nairobi,Kenya 05.2001 -
Skills
UV-Vis spectroscopy
NMR spectroscopy expertise
Cell culture
Data interpretation
Curriculum design and implementation
Strong work ethic
Scholarly writing
Scholarly research
Verbal and written communication
Academic presentations
Workshops and conferences
April 30,2024- LSU Graduate Research Conference (GRC)- Oral Presentation
Abstract; Synthesis of Near-IR meso(8)-Pyridyl-BODIPYs and their Investigation as Photosensitizers for PDT and as Bio-imaging agents .
Venue; LSU student Union
August 23, 2024- International Conference on Porphyrins & Phthalocyanines(ICPP-13) - Poster Presentation
Abstract;Synthesis of Near-IR meso-Pyridyl BODIPYs and their Investigation as Photosensitizers for PDT.
Venue- Niagara Falls, Buffalo, NY.
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
Louisiana State University
01.2023 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Louisiana State University
08.2022 - Current
Classroom Teacher
La Fontana International School
09.2020 - 03.2022
Peer Mentor
Itierio Girls High School
05.2014 - 08.2014
Ph.D. - Chemistry
Louisiana State University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Education Science, Chemistry Major.
University of Nairobi
05.2001 -
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