Pezhvak moghadasi
@pezhvakmoghadasi
Research Assistant specializing in catalysis and data analysis.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated research assistant with a strong background in physical chemistry and material science. Currently pursuing my M.Sc. at the University of Calgary, I focus on the development and characterization of catalysts for fuel cell and CO electrolyzer applications. My research involves advanced techniques such as DFT calculations and various characterization methods, including XRD and Raman spectroscopy, to optimize catalytic performance.
In addition to my research, I have extensive experience as a STEM tutor, where I have successfully helped students improve their understanding of complex subjects like math, statistics, and chemistry. My role as a teaching assistant has honed my ability to communicate complex concepts effectively and foster a collaborative learning environment. I am also actively involved in the AI field, creating and evaluating prompts across various STEM disciplines, which has enhanced my analytical skills and attention to detail.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
AI Prompt Specialist
Outlier & DataAnnotation
Dec 2024 - Present (6 months)
Created and evaluated prompts across various STEM fields, including organic, analytical, inorganic, and physical chemistry, as well as physics, math, and statistics. Designed and reviewed conversational datasets for RLHF, ensuring factual accuracy and clarity.
Beauty Advisor, Sales Associate
Hudson’s Bay
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Offered expert beauty consultations with personalized product recommendations, consistently exceeding sales targets through relationship-based selling. Collaborated with vendors to stay current on emerging beauty trends and oversaw inventory control for optimal customer engagement.
STEM Tutor — Math, Statistics, Physics & Chemistry
Varsity Tutors
Feb 2021 - Present (4 years 4 months)
Delivered personalized one-on-one online tutoring sessions in Math, Statistics, Physics, and Chemistry to high-school and undergraduate students across North America. Designed customized lesson plans that consistently raised student grades by an average of one full letter grade.
STEM Tutor
Paper Education Company Inc.
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Provided on-demand chat-based tutoring in math, chemistry, and physics to diverse K-12 learners, managing multiple simultaneous student sessions effectively. Contributed to an internal knowledge base of walkthrough solutions and tutoring best practices.
Teaching Assistant, CHEM 201 & CHEM 203
University of Calgary
Sep 2022 - Present (2 years 9 months)
Led engaging tutorial sessions for CHEM 201 and CHEM 203, providing students with targeted problem-solving strategies and conceptual clarification. Evaluated assignments, exams, and lab reports while meticulously monitoring exams to uphold academic integrity.
Research Assistant
University of Calgary
Sep 2022 - Present (2 years 9 months)
Conducted extensive research on carbon-based catalysts for electrocatalysis and CO utilization, significantly contributing to fuel cell and electrolyzer applications. Performed advanced DFT calculations on platinum-based materials to enhance catalytic performance in PEMFCs.
Quality Control Intern
Jaber Ebne Hayyan Pharmacy
Sep 2020 - Present (4 years 9 months)
Performed standard operating procedures including leak tests, shot & net analysis, and pH testing on pharmaceutical products to ensure quality. Operated and maintained GC instrumentation for quality verification, interpreting analytical data to ensure product consistency and compliance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Calgary
M.Sc. (Thesis-Based), Physical Chemistry, Material Science
Conducted research on the development and characterization of catalysts for fuel cell and CO electrolyzer applications. Thesis focused on carbon-based catalysts for electrocatalysis and CO utilization, including DFT calculations on platinum-based materials for PEMFCs. Utilized various analytical techniques such as XRD, Raman, XPS, and BET/BJH analyses to characterize catalyst structure and electro
Sharif University of Technology (SUT)
B.Sc., Applied Chemistry
Grade: 16.16/20.0 (3.36/4.00 via WES)
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Applied Chemistry, covering a broad range of chemical principles and applications. Achieved a cumulative GPA of 16.16/20.0, equivalent to 3.36/4.00 via WES, over 141 credits.
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