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Zwoitwaho Malima

@zwoitwahomalima

Technical Writer and STEM Researcher with expertise in scientific communication, engineering content, research analysis, and technical documentation.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for opportunities in technical writing and scientific communication, including research assistance and engineering content development, preferably in STEM-focused remote work where I can translate complex work into clear documentation.

I am a Technical Writer and a STEM Researcher with a multidisciplinary background in Biological Sciences and Civil Engineering.

My academic training has equipped me with strong skills in technical report writing, research analysis, literature reviews, data interpretation, and communicating complex information clearly and accurately. Through my studies, I have produced engineering reports, scientific analyses, technical documentation, and research-based projects across civil engineering, environmental science, sustainability, and biological sciences.

I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Civil) at the University of the Witwatersrand. I have developed knowledge in geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, structural analysis, construction materials, and infrastructure systems. My previous degree in Biological Sciences provides additional expertise in scientific research, environmental systems, sustainability, and data analysis.

I am particularly interested in technical writing, scientific communication, engineering content development, research assistance, knowledge management, and documentation projects. I enjoy transforming complex technical concepts into clear, structured, and engaging content for diverse audiences.

Technical Skills: Python, MATLAB, R, VBA, Microsoft Excel, Autodesk Civil 3D, Technical Documentation, Research Writing, Data Analysis, Literature Reviews, Editing, and Proofreading.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Yebo Gogga Exhibition Volunteer

Yebo Gogga Exhibition

Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 5 months)

Supported science outreach and biodiversity education by assisting with event operations and communicating scientific concepts to diverse visitors. Contributed to public engagement activities and helped deliver the exhibition’s outreach objectives.

Science Communication Public Engagement event support Visitor Interaction Community Education Team Collaboration

First Year Experience Mentor

University of the Witwatersrand

Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 5 months)

Mentored first-year students during their transition to university life by facilitating peer-learning and academic support sessions. Guided students in accessing university resources and support services to strengthen adjustment and study success.

Mentoring Academic Support Leadership Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of the Witwatersrand

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Civil), Civil Engineering

2024 -

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Civil) at the University of the Witwatersrand, ongoing since 2024.

University of the Witwatersrand

Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences

2024 -

Activities and societies: Served as a First Year Experience (FYE) Mentor and volunteered at the Yebo Gogga Exhibition, supporting science outreach and public engagement. Participated in laboratory investigations, scientific research projects, data analysis, and academic presentations.

Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences. Studied ecology, biodiversity conservation, environmental sustainability, statistics, and scientific research methods. Developed strong foundations in research design, literature review, scientific writing, data interpretation, and communicating scientific information.

University of the Witwatersrand

Bachelor of Science in Engineering , Civil Engineering

2024 -

Activities and societies: I was a First Year Experience (FYE) mentor that participated in engineering design projects, laboratory investigations, technical report writing, data analysis, computational modeling, and collaborative problem-solving. Active in academic and professional development within engineering and STEM disciplines.

BScEng (Civil) coursework includes Geotechnical Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Structural Analysis, Structural Steel Design, Construction Materials, Fluid Mechanics, and Engineering Computing. Developed skills in technical documentation, research analysis, engineering design, and computational problem-solving.