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Olufemi Odewole

Aubrey,TX

Summary

Dynamic educator with proven expertise in student engagement and academic writing, honed at the University of Nigeria and University Of The Free State. Excelled in developing innovative teaching strategies and conducting impactful research, significantly enhancing learning experiences. Skilled in classroom management and leveraging learning management interfaces, consistently achieving positive educational outcomes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Graduate Researcher

University Of The Free State
03.2021 - 12.2024
  • Design, plan and execute experiments to investigate research questions and hypotheses in chemistry
  • Collect, analyze, and interpret data from experiments, using various techniques e.g. FTIR, NMR, UV-Vis, Cyclic voltammetry, XRD, TLC, PTLC, and GC-MS
  • Work collaboratively with other researchers, including faculty, postdoctoral researchers and undergraduate students to achieve research goals and and objectives
  • Maintain a safe and organized laboratory environment, including accurately documenting chemical and analytical supplies
  • Performs preventive and non-routine maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments
  • Presents research findings at conferences, seminars and drafting manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals

Lecturer

University of Nigeria
11.2016 - 12.2024
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
  • Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
  • Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
  • Used PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology to give presentations to student classrooms.

Teaching Assistant

University Of The Free State
03.2022 - 09.2024
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Maintained laboratory safety by demonstrating equipment and techniques.
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.

Test Scorer

Data Recognition Corporation
03.2024 - 06.2024
  • Evaluate student responses to assessment questions, using established scoring guidelines and rubrics to determine scores
  • Maintain the confidentiality of student responses and scores
  • Meet productivity standards and complete scoring tasks within established timelines
  • Participate in training and calibration sessions to ensure understanding of scoring guidelines and rubrics

Education

Ph.D. - Chemistry

University of The Free State, South Africa
South Africa
11-2024

Master of Science - Chemistry

University of Ilorin
Nigeria
04-2016

Bachelor of Science - Pure Chemistry

Olabisi Onabanjo University
Nigeria
08-2010

Skills

  • Learning management interfaces
  • Analytical techniques
  • Classroom management
  • Research communication
  • Student engagement

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Test Scorer

Data Recognition Corporation
03.2024 - 06.2024

Teaching Assistant

University Of The Free State
03.2022 - 09.2024

Graduate Researcher

University Of The Free State
03.2021 - 12.2024

Lecturer

University of Nigeria
11.2016 - 12.2024

Ph.D. - Chemistry

University of The Free State, South Africa

Master of Science - Chemistry

University of Ilorin

Bachelor of Science - Pure Chemistry

Olabisi Onabanjo University
Olufemi Odewole