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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, MI
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Physics

Michigan Technological University
Houghton, MI
05.2022

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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