Kali Booth
Materials Engineer
Orlando,FL
Summary
Recent graduate who is a passionate materials science professional with a strong academic foundation and research experience in the field of condensed matter physics. Seeking a full-time position in roles such as a process or systems engineer in manufacturing of semiconductors materials.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
UCF Physics Dept
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Taught college level Physics 1 and 2
- Hold weekly problem-solving sessions for 300+ students required to attend.
- Adapted to dynamic needs of classroom environment and contributed to a positive and inclusive learning atmosphere
- Grade weekly assignments and track attendance while being responsive and understanding of each student’s needs to succeed.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
UCF Physics Dept
01.2023 - 12.2023
- UCF Physics Department
- Condensed matter physics with focus on topological insulators and dirac semimetals.
- Synthesized single crystals and used X-Ray diffraction to confirm crystal lattice classification.
- Conduct measurements using ARPES (angular resolved photoemission spectroscopy), which use the photoelectric effect to study the electron band structure and Fermi surface of various materials.
- In addition to participating in experiments, duties were to attend weekly meetings and present educational talks throughout the semester. Topics of presentations consisted of contents from relevant publications in areas such as single crystal synthesis, topological insulators, altermagnetism and ARPES techniques and results.
Undergraduate Learning Assistant
UCF Physics Dept
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Physics 2 with Calculus Combined Lecture and Lab
- Supported interaction between students during group work activities using guided conversation.
- Lead students as they navigate labs and proctor all exams.
- Hold weekly office hours for students to visit for one-to-one instruction. Adjust each visitation to the needs of each individual student in order to maximize overall success of the class.
Bartender Shift Manager
Kava Cove Botanicals
Winter Park, FL
09.2022 - Current
- Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank, and stocked service bar.
- Take care of 100+ guests per shift, educate new customers on products and provide direction to maximize their experience.
- Participate in any new hire or training processes and conduct monthly meetings to discuss and problem solve changing needs of the business.
- Brainstorm and maintain variety of events to be held at the bar, influencing community engagement and continuously growing an active clientele basis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Materials Physics
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL 08.2020 - 05.2023
Skills
Circuit Analysis
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant
UCF Physics Dept
08.2023 - 12.2023
Undergraduate Research Assistant
UCF Physics Dept
01.2023 - 12.2023
Bartender Shift Manager
Kava Cove Botanicals
09.2022 - Current
Undergraduate Learning Assistant
UCF Physics Dept
01.2022 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Materials Physics
University of Central Florida
08.2020 - 05.2023
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