Md Khirul Alam Titu
Lincoln,NE
Summary
Engineer with 5+ years of experience applying physics-based reliability principles in regulated manufacturing and research environments, including early failure-mode identification, SEM/EDS-informed failure analysis, development of reliability test plans, and cross-functional collaboration to drive data-backed design and process improvements.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
06.2023 - Current
- Designed photolithography masks and performed thin-film deposition on silicon substrates to fabricate micro- and nano-scale devices.
- Developed high-gain biological sensor Filed Effect Transistor.
- Conducted low-noise electrical and electrochemical measurements.
- Designed experiments to evaluate device sensitivity, stability.
- Integrated electrical measurements with optical characterization.
- Performed statistical analysis of device data.
- Applied SEM/EDX-informed materials characterization to correlate electrical behavior with defects, composition, and impurity.
- Managed research lab operations and mentored six undergraduates.
- Worked cross-functionally with internal research teams and external university collaborators across multiple projects.
GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANT
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Conducted tutorials on Python-based numerical modeling and engineering computation.
- Assisted students with linear algebra, differential equations, and transform methods.
- Evaluated assignments and supported student learning.
SENIOR EXECUTIVE ENGINEER
Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Led a cross-functional sub-team of engineers and technicians supporting manufacturing operations in FDA, cGMP, and EU-GMP-compliant cleanroom facilities.
- Drove reliability and maintenance improvements that reduced unplanned equipment downtime to near 0% and increased production throughput by ~30%.
- Reviewed and verified critical technical and commercial documents prior to management approval.
EXECUTIVE ENGINEER
Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Commissioned and maintained industrial production equipment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support process improvement and system troubleshooting.
Education
Master of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Lincoln, NE05-2026
Ph.D. - Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Lincoln, NE12.2026
Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Shahjalal University of Science And Technology
Sylhet, Bangladesh12.2018
Skills
- Technical Skills: Device Fabrication Thin-Film Deposition Device Characterization PCB Design Python MATLAB COMSOL Multiphysics Microcontrollers SEM/EDX
- Soft Skills: Integrity Teamwork Adaptability Communication Documentation
Certification
- Cleanroom Operating and Safety Training Nebraska Center for Materials and Nanoscience, University of Nebraska–Lincoln, 2023.
- Industrial Technology Training in Electrical Engineering and Instrumentation Training Institute for Chemical Industries (TICI), 2019
Timeline
GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANT
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
08.2024 - 12.2024
GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
06.2023 - Current
SENIOR EXECUTIVE ENGINEER
Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
01.2022 - 05.2023
EXECUTIVE ENGINEER
Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd
01.2020 - 12.2021
Master of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Ph.D. - Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Shahjalal University of Science And Technology
TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Cleanroom Operating and Safety Training Nebraska Center for Materials and Nanoscience, University of Nebraska–Lincoln, 2023 Trained in cleanroom protocols, contamination control, gowning procedures, lithography, thin-film deposition, etching, metrology, and laboratory safety practices for microfabrication environments.
- Industrial Technology Training in Electrical Engineering and Instrumentation Training Institute for Chemical Industries (TICI), 2019
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE
- President, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Graduate Student Association Aug 25 – Present
- Judge, Nebraska State High School VEX Robotics Competition 2025
- Treasurer, RoboSUST Robotics Club, Shahjalal University of Science and Technology 2017
PUBLICATIONS AND TALK
- Titu, M. K. A., Hasan, S., Adnan, M. M. R., ICASERT, IEEE, 2019.
- Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition, University of Nebraska–Lincoln, Oct 2025 Presented “A Living Transistor to Sense Bacterial Metabolism with Molecular Precision.”
- Graduate Students Symposium University of Nebraska–Lincoln, Mar 2025 Session Talk: LeFET: Development of Non-Invasive Diagnostics Technique for Tackling Antibiotic Resistance
- UNL Microbiology Research Symposium, University of Nebraska–Lincoln, Dec 2024 Poster Presentation: “Living Transistors for Noninvasive Microbial Electrophysiology Measurements.”
- Graduate Research Day, University of Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL), Mar 2024 Poster Presentation: “Laser-Assisted Microfabrication in the Development of Ultra-Sensitive Biosensor”