Microbiology
Molecular biology
Climate change
Inoka Jayasundara
Las Cruces,USA
Summary
Professional graduate assistant with solid background in research, educational support and student engagement. Competent in assisting with curriculum development and classroom instruction, ensuring productive learning atmosphere. Known for teamwork and adaptability, with skills in communication and organization.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Department of Biology, New Mexico State University
08.2024 - Current
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Provided timely and constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to refine their work and achieve higher grades.
Lecturer (Probationary)
NSBM Green University
04.2022 - 07.2024
- Delivered lectures for Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, and Biomolecules in UGC approved degree programs.
- Delivered training sessions for Advanced Certificate Pathway Programs.
- Developed comprehensive course modules for undergraduate programs in Pharmaceutical Science, Biotechnology, and Chemical Systems Engineering.
- Guided research work of undergraduates.
- Acted as Conference Secretary for Annual Science Research Symposium – 2023 (ASRS ’23).
- Managed support tasks for administrative operations.
Teaching Assistant
NSBM Green University
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Developed instructional materials to enhance hands-on learning experiences in labs.
- Led practical lab sessions for undergraduates in Biomedical Science and Nutrition and Health programs.
- Managed administrative tasks with Plymouth University-UK, affiliated with NSBM Green University.
- Served as Exam Invigilator.
Temporary Demonstrator
University of Peradeniya
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Led undergraduate lab sessions in Recombinant DNA Technology, Biochemistry, Enzymology, Tissue Culture, and Immunology.
- Facilitated experimental procedures in undergraduate research projects.
- Contributed to office management duties.
- Conducted lectures on Molecular Biology-related topics for external students.
- Instructed and supervised school children visiting the university for educational enrichment.
Education
PhD - Biology
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM05-2029
Post Graduate Diploma - Applied Statistics
University of Colombo
04-2024
BSc Special - Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
University of Peradeniya
Peradeniya, Sri Lanka03-2020
Skills
- Microbiology and Molecular Biology Technologies
- Research and Analysis
- Proficient in R and Microsoft Office
- Laboratory Oversight
- Time Management
- Lesson Planning, Tutoring and Mentoring
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
Publications
Conference Proceedings:
Jayasekara, A.S. and Jayasundara, E.J.M.I.K (2024). Advances in penicillin-producing fungi and enzymes: A review. The 2nd International Research Symposium on Traditional Medicine (AyurEx Colombo), 3rd – 5th May 2024, p. 197.
Jayasundara, E.J.M.I.K. (2022). The effect of Gut Microbiome Composition on the Human Mental Health. International Conference on Business Innovations (ICOBI2022), Sri Lanka, 25th November 2022, pp 486-492.
Books:
Jayasundara, E.J.M.I.K., Thivya, B., Mahathantrige, H.T., Ranatunga, R.A.S., Rathnayake, P.G.R.G., Warallanda, W.G.A.P., Wijayasinghe, W.M.M.M., Wijesekara, W.W.M.L.N., Salih, R., Senanayaka, S.G.M.S.D. (2020). Biosafety (A book in the Sinhala Language) (Editor: Sooriyapathirana, S.D.S.S.). ISBN 978- 955-41753-6-5. All authors have contributed equally, and their names are indicated according to the order of letters in the Sinhala Alphabet.
Academic Reference Material:
Jayasundara, E.J.M.I.K., Kariyawasam, G.D., Nakandala, N.D.U.S., Nathali, W.W.W.M.L., Ranathunga, R.A.S., Rathnayaka, P.G.R.G., Sahibdeen, S.M., Salih, R., Senanayaka, S.G.M.D., Tharika, M.T.H., Thivya, B., Warallanda, W.G.A.P. (2020). The Guidelines for MB 472: Scientific Writing and Research Methodology (Proposal), MB 490: Independent Study (Report), MB 495: Seminar (Slides and Speech) and MB 499: Research Project (Report, Slides, Speech, and Report). Ed. Sooriyapathirana, S.D.S.S. BSc Honors Degree Program in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Department of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Faculty of Science, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.
Magazine articles:
Jayasundara, E.J.M.I.K., (2022, March). The silver Lining of the Era of Pandemic. In Vision: Towards the science, 1(1), 42-47.
Interests
Training
- Current Status and Future Prospects of Pharmaceutical Industry in Sri Lanka, 08/06/21
- Outcome Based Education-Learner Centered Teaching, 12/16/20
- Scientific Writing course, 2019
- Workshop on Scientific writing, 10/12/19
- Human Resource Management short course, 2019
Languages
English
Full Professional
Sinhala
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Department of Biology, New Mexico State University
08.2024 - Current
Lecturer (Probationary)
NSBM Green University
04.2022 - 07.2024
Teaching Assistant
NSBM Green University
04.2021 - 03.2022
Temporary Demonstrator
University of Peradeniya
03.2020 - 03.2021
PhD - Biology
New Mexico State University
Post Graduate Diploma - Applied Statistics
University of Colombo
BSc Special - Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
University of Peradeniya
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