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Uche Louisa Nwatu

Social Work
Tuscaloosa,Alabama

Summary

Resourceful Graduate Research Assistant passionate about advancing knowledge in child welfare and ageing through high-quality research. Self-motivated professional with excellent planning and problem solving abilities.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Graduate Research Assistant

University Of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
01.2023 - Current
  • Performed qualitative, and quantitative analysis Using SPSS, Nvivo and Dedoose softwares.
  • Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
  • Contributed to professionally-written scientific paper for publication.
  • Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
  • Gathered, reviewed, and summarised literature from scientific journals such as SciFinder and PubMed
  • Met regularly with research team to identify issues and maintain study alignment with objectives.
  • Conducted independent or supporting research on range of topics, following correct protocols for study integrity.
  • Conducted thorough literature reviews to better understand research topics and prepare for studies.

Graduate Teaching Assistant

University Of Nigeria Nsukka
Nsukka, Enugu
06.2019 - Current
  • Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
  • Mentored over 40 students through office hours and one-on-one communication.
  • Documented attendance and completed assignments to maintain full class and student records.
  • Coordinated homework and assignments for absent students.
  • Worked with teachers in evaluating student progress, needs and gains.
  • Offered guidance to students on academic and career planning to support professional goal setting.
  • Developed and graded exams and assessments to evaluate student learning and provide feedback on performance.
  • Participated in and contributed to departmental meetings to stay informed about university policies and initiatives.
  • Supervised research projects and student organizations, providing guidance to enhance learning outcomes.
  • Advised and mentored students on navigating academic and professional goals with support and guidance.
  • Offered office hours and one-on-one meetings with students to provide additional support and guidance to students.
  • Planned and delivered lectures and course materials to communicate course content and provide students with subject matter knowledge.

Education

Ph.D. - Social Work

The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
08.2023 - Current

Master of Science - Social Work With Families And Children

University of Stavanger, Norway
Norway
09.2021 - 08.2023

Master of Science - Gerontology

University of Southampton, UK
United Kingdom
09.2020 - 12.2024

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

University of Nigeria, Nsukka
Nigeria
10.2013 - 12.2017

Skills

Research Methodologies

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Software

Nvivo

Dedoose

SPSS

Interests

Child Welfare

Ageing

Ubuntu-based social work

Timeline

Ph.D. - Social Work

The University of Alabama
08.2023 - Current

Graduate Research Assistant

University Of Alabama
01.2023 - Current

Master of Science - Social Work With Families And Children

University of Stavanger, Norway
09.2021 - 08.2023

Master of Science - Gerontology

University of Southampton, UK
09.2020 - 12.2024

Graduate Teaching Assistant

University Of Nigeria Nsukka
06.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

University of Nigeria, Nsukka
10.2013 - 12.2017
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