Teshome Elema
SEATAC,WA
Summary
Dynamic analyst offers proven experience researching and interpreting information with excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail. Successfully works independently and proactively. Utilizes strong analytical skills by communicating knowledge effectively through writing and presenting. Proficient in conducting laboratory and field experiments while informing new hires on research methods and data collection procedures. Hardworking and driven with superior organizational and analytical skills combined with unparalleled dedication to research excellence. Skilled in conceptualization, design and implementation of Food and public health Nutrition projects.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
18
18
Certification
Work History
Graduate Researcher
Arsi University
03.2016 - Current
- Conducted thorough background research on relevant topics to provide context for current studies and inform future investigations.
- Conducted thorough literature reviews to better understand research topics and prepare for studies.
- Mentored undergraduate students on research techniques, fostering their professional development in academia.
- Conducted independent or supporting research on range of topics, following correct protocols for study integrity.
- Expanded professional network by attending workshops, conferences, and seminars related to my field of study.
- Presented findings at five academic conferences, promoting knowledge sharing within the scientific community.
- Met regularly with research team to identify issues and maintain study alignment with objectives.
- Helped senior personnel develop sound research protocols and procedures.
- Reviewed peer manuscripts prior to submission for publication, offering constructive feedback to ensure high-quality content was produced.
- Enhanced research quality by implementing rigorous data collection and analysis methods.
- Maintained detailed records of all experiments conducted, facilitating seamless communication among team members.
- Partnered with research team to strategize research and develop specific plans.
- Compiled and synthesized data to identify larger trends and research patterns impacting area of study.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to broaden research perspectives and improve overall study effectiveness.
- Input and modeled data to generate reports and charts for research stakeholders.
- Used advanced statistical approaches and software tools to analyze data and test hypotheses.
- Maintained database of research materials, documents and other paperwork.
- Designed and conducted experiments, collected data and maintained results databases.
- Prepared summaries of research data for use in high-level meetings and presentations.
- Prepared research project documentation to facilitate approval processes.
- Wrote grant proposals to obtain funding for projects from government, corporate, or private sources.
- Drafted technical papers and other documentation for use by research leadership.
Teacher
Hohete Tibeb S.C
09.2012 - 03.2016
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
Environmental Impact Assessment Expert
Environmental Protection Agency
11.2009 - 08.2012
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Senior Project Director
Compassion International Ethiopia
11.2007 - 11.2009
- Implemented process improvements that led to increased productivity and reduced overhead costs.
- Optimized resource allocation for successful project delivery within budget constraints.
- Facilitated collaboration between cross-departmental teams, breaking down silos for more efficient information sharing and streamlined processes.
- Established strong relationships with stakeholders, maintaining open lines of communication and driving collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Delivered projects ahead of schedule by effectively managing resources and keeping teams focused on key objectives.
- Improved client satisfaction rates through proactive issue resolution practices and consistent stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear milestones, ensuring timely progress and measurable results.
Education
Ph.D. - Clinical Nutrition
Addis Ababa University
Addis Ababa Ethiopia10.2024
Master of Science - General Public Health
Arsi University
Asella, Ethiopia06.2024
Master of Science - Food Science And Nutrition
Addis Ababa University
Addis Ababa, ET07.2015
Skills
- Epidemiology
- Ethics compliance
- Grounded theory
- Historical Research
- Cross-Sectional Studies
- Scientific Writing
- Qualitative Research
- Research design
- Observational Studies
- Quantitative Research
- Experimental design
- Lab Techniques
- Biostatistics
- Grant Writing
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Survey Collection
- Qualitative Analysis
- Report Preparation
- APA Format
- Data Entry
- Analytical Thinking
- MS Excel
- Staff Management
- Data Collection
- Research implementation
- Chemical Analysis
- Laboratory Management
- Report Writing
- Quantitative Analysis
- Advanced Research Techniques
- Questionnaire Development
- Study design
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 23 academic members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of 15 members in the development of Nutritional counseling, maternal and child anemia in regional health bureau.
Certification
- Nutrition License - in Ethiopian Food and Nutrition
- Clinical Metabolomics, proteomics, big-data analysis Training - Nutrigenomics
- Nutritional anemia, Basics of Human Nutrition, Training - Human Nutrition & Health
- Program management, program communication, child advocacy, Income generating activities Training - Management & Leadership
- SAS, SPSS, ATLAS, COBO, R/R-studio & STATA - statistical analysis
- HPLC, MS/GC-MS, UV-Vis, ELISA, Cobas Integra, AAS & Bio-impedance analysis- Instrumentation
- Food safety & Quality, HACCP, Body composition assessments, Clinical Nutrition Training - Food & Clinical Nutrition
Additional Information
Short Term and selected training topics
Program Communication, Child Advocacy, Income Generating Activities (TOT), All statistical software (SAS, STATA, SPSS & R, and (+) R-Studio
o Exposure assessment in Nutrition, Essential of Scientific Writing & Presentation, Bayesian Data Analysis, Statistics, R-software, etc
Scientific Instrument Skill:
HPLC, AAS &ICP-MS), ELISA, Cobas Integra-411, Kjeldahl digestion and distillation, Soxhlet extraction, GC, UV-VIS spectroscopy, portable scientific analytical instrument ranging from pH and EC to a number of Organic and inorganic chemical parameters including clinical chemistry parameters
Scholarship grant and support
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the African Union Scientific, Technical and Research Commission (AU-STRC) scholarship at Hyderabad-India
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