Daniel Koshar
Houghton,MI
Summary
Experienced Graduate Research Assistant with a passion for Atmospheric Physics. Has spent years working in multiple interdisciplinary fields and communicating technical information, from meetings to colloquiums to lab classes. Also has experience in both larger teams and solo (but still supervised) work.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
Michigan Technological University
06.2023 - Current
- Completed Tunable Laser Diode Based Hygrometer for use in Cloud Chamber
- Updated and cleaned pre-existing, mostly uncommented LabView code made by prior grad students on project
- Read and studied manuals on electronic / optical equipment
- Participated in regular meetings with project supervisors, providing progress updates and discussing potential challenges or areas for improvement.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Michigan Technological University
09.2023 - Current
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Provided timely and constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to refine their work and achieve higher grades.
- Assisted students in the use of DataStudio and various lab equipment during weekly lab sessions
- Helped students understand elementary kinematic concepts during lab
Research Assistant Intern
Ovshinsky Innovation
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Prototyped various circuits using Raspberry Pi Pico Chips, sensors, and LCD displays
- Programmed Pi Pico Chips in MicroPython & PIO
- Applied critical thinking skills when troubleshooting issues encountered during prototyping & programming.
- Read manuals on various electronic components and sensors used in circuits
Nanotube Production Intern
Stabilux BioSciences
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Developed strong communication skills through regular interactions with supervisors, peers, and other department personnel.
- Performed production optimization experiments for larger furnace units
- Maintained log of experiments performed with parameters adjusted (chemical amounts, depth in furnace samples were placed at, substrate placements, etc.)
- Extracted nanotubes for production via sonication
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Michigan Technological University
04.2020 - 08.2022
- Developed skills in various research methodologies, ensuring high-quality work across diverse projects.
- Contributed to multiple, interdisciplinary research projects.
- Supported faculty researchers, assisting with experiment design and implementation.
- Presented research results to wider audience using both video and oral presentation
Education
Master of Science - Applied Physics
Michigan Technological University
Houghton, MI05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Physics
Michigan Technological University
Houghton, MI05.2022
Skills
- Proficient in Python, LabView
- Quick learning
- Interpersonal Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Interdisciplinary Research
- Academic Presentations
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Analytical Thinking
- Prototyping
- Laser Operation
- Signal Analysis
Accomplishments
Undergraduate Dean's List:
- Fall 2020
- Fall 2021
- Spring 2022
Perfect Score on National Latin Exam 2016
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Michigan Technological University
09.2023 - Current
Graduate Research Assistant
Michigan Technological University
06.2023 - Current
Research Assistant Intern
Ovshinsky Innovation
10.2022 - 03.2023
Nanotube Production Intern
Stabilux BioSciences
06.2021 - 08.2022
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Michigan Technological University
04.2020 - 08.2022
Master of Science - Applied Physics
Michigan Technological University
Bachelor of Science - Physics
Michigan Technological University
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