Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Researchinterests
Leadershipandvolunteerexperience
Professional Development
Timeline
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Mina Mashayekhian

East Lansing,MI

Summary

Motivated and detail-oriented master's student in Packaging at Michigan State University with a background in Civil Engineering, seeking the Graduate Assistant for Learning and Development position within Residence Education and Housing Services (REHS). Bringing strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, along with experience in instructional support, research, and content development.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Assistant

Michigan State University
East Lansing, USA
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted faculty in the Packaging Decision Systems course by developing instructional materials and supporting student learning
  • Provided academic support by facilitating discussions and helping students understand complex packaging concepts
  • Developed engaging learning resources to enhance the educational experience of students

Research Assistant

Michigan State University
East Lansing, USA
01.2024 - 07.2024
  • Investigated the relationship between various types of food packaging and consumer food waste behavior
  • Analyzed how packaging influences waste behavior and sustainability practices
  • Provided data-driven recommendations to improve sustainable packaging systems

Teaching Assistant

University of Guilan
Rasht, Iran
01.2018 - 05.2018
  • Assisted in teaching the Dynamics course, providing support in coursework and mentoring students

Teaching Assistant

University of Guilan
Rasht, Iran
01.2017 - 05.2017
  • Supported the Statics course by helping students grasp fundamental engineering concepts

Education

Master of Science - Packaging

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
12.2025

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Guilan
Rasht, Iran
07.2021

Skills

  • Data Analysis
  • SharePoint content management
  • Effective communication and teamwork
  • Python
  • MATLAB
  • R Programming
  • Tableau
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Tutoring students
  • Mentoring students

Researchinterests

  • Consumers' Food Waste Behavior
  • Sustainable Packaging Systems
  • Reuse Platforms for Donated Foods

Leadershipandvolunteerexperience

  • Mentor, University of Guilan, 09/2018, 05/2019, Provided guidance and academic support to first-year students, helping them transition to university life., Organized social events and workshops to foster a sense of belonging and engagement within the student community.
  • Event Organizer, University of Guilan, 09/2017, 05/2017, Designed events that highlighted local traditions and cultural heritage to promote appreciation among students., Collaborated with student groups to create interactive programs that encouraged community participation.

Professional Development

  • Attended workshop on teaching and learning to enhance instructional strategies and professional growth.
  • Researched best practices in adult learning and training methodologies to contribute innovative ideas to departmental initiatives.

Timeline

Teaching Assistant

Michigan State University
08.2024 - 12.2024

Research Assistant

Michigan State University
01.2024 - 07.2024

Teaching Assistant

University of Guilan
01.2018 - 05.2018

Teaching Assistant

University of Guilan
01.2017 - 05.2017

Master of Science - Packaging

Michigan State University

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Guilan
Mina Mashayekhian