SAMUEL NII KPAKPO BROWN
Memphis,USA
Summary
Results-oriented Graduate Teaching and Research Assistant skilled in qualitative analysis and academic writing. Enhanced departmental initiatives and supported student success through strategic planning and effective communication. Managed multiple tasks with confidentiality, delivering impactful outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Teaching and Research Assistant
University of Memphis
Memphis, USA
01.2025 - Current
- Conducted literature reviews and summarized academic findings, enhancing research and publication quality.
- Support classroom instruction by grading assignments and facilitating discussion sessions.
- Organized workshops and provided resources for faculty, facilitating scholarly activities and collaboration.
- Provide administrative and academic support for departmental activities and events.
- Delivered feedback and academic support to students during office hours and tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of course material.
- Participated in professional development activities designed to enhance academic and research skills.
Administrative Assistant
Ministry of Finance
, Ghana
11.2022 - 01.2025
- Trained regional institutional support staff on new fixed asset register, enhancing their operational efficiency in 2022.
- Scheduled technical meetings and coordinated logistics, supporting the Public Entities and Assets Unit's initiatives in the Ministry.
- Collated and analyzed financial data of state-owned enterprises for preparation of technical reports, informing fiscal risk assessments and state ownership strategies.
- Prepare monthly progress reports on activities of the unit.
- Participated in consultancy engagement with selected MDAs and MMDAs for the development of the National Asset Management Policy.
Education
Master of Arts - Sociology
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN, USA12-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences (Sociology and Geography)
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana11.2022
Skills
- Qualitative and quantitative analysis
- Academic writing and editing
- Project management
- Good analytical skills
- Ability to exercise sound judgment
- Strategic planning
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Computer literacy
- Written communication
- Multitasking ability
- Confidential record keeping
- Administrative support
Key Skills Attributes
- Qualitative and quantitative analysis.
- Academic writing and editing
- Computer literacy and an extensive knowledge on the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to perform multiple tasks effectively and efficiently.
- Good analytical skills and ability to exercise sound judgment.
- Strategic planning and program development.
- Punctual and time conscious.
Certification
• Social and Behavioral Research- Basic/ Refresher, CITI Program, 06/01/25, Gained proficiency in data privacy, security, and de-identification of sensitive information., Developed sensitivity to cultural and contextual factors influencing research participation and interpretation., Acquired practical knowledge of IRB procedures, research protocol development, and compliance requirements., Strengthened ability to design and conduct studies that ensure informed consent, confidentiality, and participant protection., Learned to identify and minimize social, psychological, and cultural risks in research settings.
• Aspire Leadership Program, Aspire Institute, 11/01/24, Cross-functional team leadership and collaboration, Public speaking and audience engagement, Public relations and organizational communication, Analytical and strategic thinking for problem-solving
• Certificate in Corporate Governance, Alison, 05/01/23, Acquired knowledge on the internal and external factors of an organization's corporate governance structures., Developed an understanding on the goals of organizations and how the goals are achieved.
• Certificate in Microsoft Office 2010 - Revised 2018, Alison, 05/01/19, Developed skills in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and its features., Acquired comprehensive understanding of the Microsoft office software.
• Aspire Leadership Program, Aspire Institute, 11/01/24, Cross-functional team leadership and collaboration, Public speaking and audience engagement, Public relations and organizational communication, Analytical and strategic thinking for problem-solving
• Certificate in Corporate Governance, Alison, 05/01/23, Acquired knowledge on the internal and external factors of an organization's corporate governance structures., Developed an understanding on the goals of organizations and how the goals are achieved.
• Certificate in Microsoft Office 2010 - Revised 2018, Alison, 05/01/19, Developed skills in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and its features., Acquired comprehensive understanding of the Microsoft office software.
Research Interests
- Crime and Deviance
- Social Inequality
- Race and Ethnicity
- Economic and Political Sociology
Timeline
Graduate Teaching and Research Assistant
University of Memphis
01.2025 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Ministry of Finance
11.2022 - 01.2025
Master of Arts - Sociology
University of Memphis
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences (Sociology and Geography)
University of Cape Coast