Mohammad Janay Alam
PhD Student
Baton Rouge,Louisiana
Summary
Motivated and research-driven Environmental Sciences PhD student with a strong academic background in freshwater ecosystem dynamics, including harmful algal blooms, microbial interactions, and nutrient cycling. Skilled in scientific research, data analysis, and field investigations, with hands-on experience in both lab and GIS-based studies. Eager to contribute to impactful research or policy development roles focused on water quality, ecosystem restoration, or climate-related environmental challenges.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
08.2023 - Current
- Mentored new graduate teaching assistants, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management strategies.
- Mentored students through office hours and one-on-one communication.
- Managed a classroom of diverse learners, implementing differentiated instruction strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Supported instructors in grading exams and papers, maintaining accurate records of student performance throughout the semester.
Biodiversity Monitoring Programme
Jahangirnagar University
Matarbari, Cox Bazar, Bangladesh
01.2021 - 07.2021
- My role in this research was to collect data from the study area and analyze it using SPSS and Excel.
Wild Bird Monitoring Program
IUCN
Sunamganj, Bangladesh
12.2019 - 12.2019
- Ringed the bird and released.
- Tag the bird (migratory duck) with a satellite chip and record its movement and migratory route.
Elephant Population Survey
IUCN
Chittagang, Bangladesh
02.2019 - 02.2019
- This survey was conducted to determine the current population of elephants at the Chittagong Hill tract by direct sighting.
Biodiversity study
Jahangirnagar University
07.2018 - 03.2019
- My role in this research was to collect data from the study area using the camera trapping method.
Human and Elephant conflict
IUCN
05.2018
- My responsibilities were raising awareness among the Rohingya people about the elephant attack.
- Train the local people to face the situation when the elephant enters the camp.
Education
Ph.D. - Environmental Science
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, United States 05.2023 - Current
Masters of Science - Wildlife Ecology Management and Conservation Biology
Jahangirnagar University
Savar, Dhaka 07.2019 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
Jahangirnagar University
Savar, Dhaka 03.2015 - 06.2019
Skills
- CHN analysis
- Spectrophotometry
- Matlab data analysis
- PCR
- Gel electrophoresis
- DNA extraction
- GIS
- ArcGIS
- Ecological assessment
- Environmental assessment
- Biodiversity monitoring
- Biodiversity conservation
Project Experiences
- Biodiversity Monitoring Programme, Matarbari Coal Power Plant Area, Wildlife Zoology Lab, Jahangirnagar University, 01/01/21, 07/31/21, Collect data from the study area and analyze it using SPSS and Excel
- Biodiversity study of Sajek Valley, Chittagong Hill Tract, Bangladesh, Wildlife Zoology Lab, Jahangirnagar University, 07/01/18, 03/31/19, Collect data from the study area using the camera trapping method
Honors And Awards
- University Government Merit Scholarship, 2021, Jahangirnagar University
- University Merit Scholarship, 2018, 2019, Jahangirnagar University
Leadership Organization Skills And Community Involvement
- Member, Bangladesh Bird Club
- Member, Nature Conservation Initiative, Jahangirnagar University
- Vice President, Badhon (A Volunteer Blood Donation Organization), 01/01/17, 01/31/18
Training
- International Biennial Conference, 2021 of Zoological Society of Bangladesh
- BICoBS 2016, Bangladesh International Conference for Biomedical Students & Young Doctors
- NYBB 5th National Young Biotechnologist Congress
- Training on Basic Biotechnology, National Institute of Biotechnology, 03/02/18, 08/02/18
- Hands-on Training on Birds ringing and GPS tagging, Tanguar Haor, Sunamganj, IUCN, 12/20/19, 12/15/19
- Training Courses on ArchGIS-1 Fundamental, Department of Geography and Environment, Jahangirnagar University, 01/08/21, 10/30/21
Research
- Thesis (Ongoing), Interactive Effects of CO2, Temperature, and Nutrient Availability on the Growth and Physiology of the Marine Phytoplankton (Prochlorococcus)
- Thesis, Accumulation of Anatid Ducks, Their Distribution, Habitat Preference, and Threats in Tanguar Haor, Wildlife Biology Lab, Department of Zoology Jahangirnagar University
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Louisiana State University
08.2023 - Current
Ph.D. - Environmental Science
Louisiana State University
05.2023 - Current
Biodiversity Monitoring Programme
Jahangirnagar University
01.2021 - 07.2021
Wild Bird Monitoring Program
IUCN
12.2019 - 12.2019
Masters of Science - Wildlife Ecology Management and Conservation Biology
Jahangirnagar University
07.2019 - 06.2020
Elephant Population Survey
IUCN
02.2019 - 02.2019
Biodiversity study
Jahangirnagar University
07.2018 - 03.2019
Human and Elephant conflict
IUCN
05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
Jahangirnagar University
03.2015 - 06.2019
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