
Kawther Hadef
@kawtherhadef
I investigate optical materials through spectroscopy, modelling, research, and scientific communication.
What I'm looking for
I've investigated optical materials at Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi, NYU Abu Dhabi, and ESPCI Paris PSL, including published work on a hybrid large-bandwidth optical waveguide made from organic molecular crystals.
I'm a physics lecturer and science communicator who combines optical characterisation, spectroscopy, structural analysis, and numerical modelling in Python, Fortran, Matlab, and Mathematica. My work spans copper nanoparticles, 2-D superconductivity, quantum optics, and research-led teaching in English and French.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Physics Lecturer
Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
Jan 2024 - May 2025 (1 year 4 months)
Taught Classical Physics II, Active Science, Methodology, and Introduction to Labs. Translated mathematical lecture notes from French to English and prepared placement tests on Blackboard.
Research Assistant
Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
Sep 2024 - Mar 2025 (6 months)
Conducted research on synthesis of copper nanoparticles using spark ablation and studied their optical properties. Operated VSPARTICLE generator and handled sample preparation with safety precautions.
Private Teacher of STEM Subjects
Freelance
Jan 2021 - Dec 2024 (3 years 11 months)
Provided personalized educational and pedagogical services for secondary, high school, and bachelor's level students in STEM subjects and languages.
Graduate Researcher
ESPCI Paris PSL
Jan 2020 - Jul 2020 (6 months)
Investigated non-conventional 2-D superconductivity through theoretical analysis of singlet-triplet mixing and Rashba effect, and experimental techniques including MBE, cryogenic STM, ARPES, and LEED.
Visiting Scholar
New York University Abu Dhabi
Jun 2018 - Sep 2018 (3 months)
Engineered a multi-directional optical waveguide using bendable organic crystals. Conducted experiments in crystallization, optical microscope engineering, spectrometry, XRD, and AFM, leading to a publication.
Undergraduate Researcher
Masdar Institute of Science and Technology
May 2016 - Jul 2016 (2 months)
Engineered and programmed a smart lighting system using wireless electronic modules, including Arduino microcontroller, RF modules, light sensors, and RGB LEDs.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ENS Paris-Saclay
Master of Research & Creation, Science, Art & Technology
2022 - 2023
Master of Research & Creation at the interface of science, art & technology.
Sorbonne University
Master’s degree, Fundamental Physics & Applications
2017 - 2020
Master’s degree in Fundamental Physics & Applications with a focus on theoretical physics and condensed matter, including a thesis on 2-D non-conventional superconductors.
New York University Abu Dhabi
Lab Laser Safety Training, Safety Training
2018 - 2018
Lab Laser Safety Training and Lab X-Ray safety training.
New York University Abu Dhabi
Lab X-Ray Safety Training, Safety Training
2018 - 2018
Lab X-Ray safety training.
Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
Bachelor’s degree, Physics
2013 - 2016
Grade: First Class Honours
Bachelor’s degree of Science and Technologies in Physics with First Class Honours.
Abu Dhabi Science Festival
Science Communication Training Certificate, Science Communication
2014 - 2014
Science Communication Training Certificate.
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