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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Professional Skills
Publications
references
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Azin Ehteshami

Melbourne
Azin Ehteshami

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

11
years of professional experience
1

Certification of "The Future Professional: Crossing the Bridge -

1

• Certificate of "The Future Work and Innovation, 2023" from the

Work History

Deakin University

PhD Candidate
08.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Conducted thorough literature reviews to better understand research topics and prepare for studies
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
  • Interpreted and analyzed research data to draw conclusions on outcomes
  • 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
  • Partnered with research team to strategize research and develop specific plans

Knauf IRAN

Construction Inspector
03.2013 - 02.2021

Job overview

  • Technical manager and Inspector of architectural projects
  • Made and submitted reports detailing finding and any actions taken.
  • Kept up-to-date on inspection regulations, codes, ordinances and techniques.
  • Provided information about methods and materials to correct problems and bring construction in compliance with ordinances and codes.
  • Re-inspected commercial and residential constructions which previously failed inspections.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Completed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
  • Managed over 30 customers per day.

Sazandegan Dasht Kavir Consultant

Architectural Designer
02.2013 - 05.2022

Job overview

  • Worked closely with multi-disciplinary team to design residential and commercial projects in Zahedan, Mashhad, Isfahan, Chabahar, Shiraz.
  • Engaged with clients to determine needs and requirements for custom homes.
  • Coordinated all architectural construction documentation and drawings for each phase of fast-track projects.
  • Managed difficult customers with poise, compassion and support and resolved issues efficiently.
  • Consulted with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of new structure.
  • Created, printed and modified drawings in AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Created graphic renderings and models using Sketch up and 3D MAX.
  • Coordinated with clients, consultants and contractors during construction bidding.
  • Coached newly hired employees and interns while observing progress and delegating tasks.

Azad University Of S&B /Iran

University Lecturer
09.2015 - 07.2017

Job overview

  • Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
  • Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
  • Shifted between informal and formal methods of teaching to create multi-layered web of learning incorporating experiments, practical activities, discussions and projects into lessons.
  • Helped recruitment diverse program faculty reflecting student population.
  • Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.

Deakin University Melbourne Burwood Campus

Research Assistant
05.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
  • Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference.
  • Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
  • Created surveys and questionnaires to collect data for research projects.
  • Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environment.

Deakin University

Casual Academic Staff
06.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Assessed each student's developmental needs on ongoing basis.
  • Implemented approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with school's curriculum and programming.
  • Maintained attractive, well-kept classroom to encourage students to create, explore and make decisions with confidence.

Education

Deakin University
Geelong

Ph.D. from Architecture
2022

University Overview

I am conducting my research on smart homes & children

Isfahan University of Art
Isfahan, Iran

Master of Arts from Architectural History
2017

University Overview

GPA: 18.62/20, GPA: 4/4


  • Elected to Head of association for Scientific Association of Iranian Architecture, Architecture and Planning Faculty in Art University of Isfahan in 2015 and 2016.
  • Assistant Researcher for my supervisors during Master program.
  • Continuing education in Architectural software.
  • Completed professional development in Architectural research.

Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman
Kerman, Iran

Bachelor of Science from Architectural Engineering
2013

University Overview

GPA: 16.20/20, GPA: 4/4


  • Member of Photography Association of Architecture
  • Member of “Pishgaman nojoum kavir” company for Teaching Astronomy to children
  • Member of University's basketball team


Skills

  • Database Searches
  • Research and Analysis
  • Literature Searches
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Publication Preparation
  • Work Prioritization
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Tutoring Students
  • Classroom Inventory Management
  • Individual Student Assistance
  • Google Apps for Education
  • Mentoring Students
  • Classroom Material Selection
  • Student Assessment

Professional Skills

  

  • Digitalisation:

Experience with building information modelling (BIM) software, such as Revit.

Experience with the Internet of Things (IoT) in the built environment.

  • Industrialisation:

Experience with prefabrication and modular construction methods.

Experience with industrialised manufacturing processes for building components.

Experience with lean manufacturing principles in the construction industry.

  • Prefab:

Experience with prefabricated building systems and technologies,

-such as precast concrete, cross-laminated timber (CLT), and light gauge steel.

Experience with the design and construction of prefabricated buildings.

Experience with prefabrication for off-site construction.

  • Smart homes:

Experience with smart home technologies. 

Knowledge of the design and integration of smart home systems.

Knowledge of the development and programming of smart home applications.

Publications

Journal papers:

  • Ehteshami A., “Investigating Factors Affecting Community Trust in Healthy Smart Home Technology: Case study, Mashhad”, 7th international congress on civil engineering, Architecture and Urban Development, December 2021, Tehran, Iran.(Published)
  • Yeganeh,N., Ehteshami A., “Ciy profile Isfahan” (Under review)
  • Ehteshami A., Soltaninejad, M. “The Concept of Authenticity in Restoration - Analysis of Monitoring and Restoration in the Authenticity Preservation of Cultural Heritage” journal of advances in anthropology” Journal of Advances in Anthropology(AA) Vol.10 No.2, May 2020
  • Ehteshami A., Soltaninejad, M. “An introduction to architecture of Nasir al-Mulk Mosque” Journal of World Journal of Engineering and Technology (WJET) Vol.7 No.4, November 2019
  • Ehteshami A., “Historical perception of architecture and cultural history approach" Journal of Art and Design Review (ADR) Vol.6 No.2, May 2018
  • Ehteshami A., “A reflecting consideration towards the quality of children’s familiarity with the instructions of the history of architecture" Journal of Creative Education (CE) Vol.9 No.9, July 2018
  • Ehteshami A., “An introduction to the book Tohfeh Naseri in history and geography of Kurdistan from architectural history viewpoint” Journal of Current Urban Studies (CUS) (Accepted)
  • Ehteshami A., “The troglodytic urban facilities on the plateau of Iran (Case Study: Ardestan Moon Aqueduct” Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering (Under review)
  • Ehteshami A., “Analysis of the forms of Qajar houses in Isfahan with emphasis on the comparative study of six case studies” Journal of Building Construction and Planning Research (JBCPR) (Accepted) Conference papers

    Conference papers:
  • Ehteshami, A., „Investigation of the facades of Qajar houses in Isfahan Emphasizing the comparative six cases study, First National Conference on Iranian House Architecture, 2018
  • Ehteshami A., “Ehteshami, A., Saghafi, M., Rahim Zadeh, M., „Appropriate Approach to Understanding Architectural History’, International Conference on Civil Engineering, Architecture and Urban Development of Contemporary Iran, 2017
  • Ehteshami A., “Ehteshami, A., Saghafi, M., Rahim Zadeh, M., „Appropriate Approach to Understanding Architectural History’, International Conference on Civil Engineering, Architecture and Urban Development of Contemporary Iran, 2017
  • Ehteshami, A., Saghafi, M., Rahim Zadeh, M., „Child and Architectural History, International Conference on Civil Engineering, Architecture and Urbanism of the Islamic Countries, 2017
  • Ehteshami, A., „A Comparative Study on Decorations in Architecture and Miniature of Timurid Period, National Conference of Architecture and Urbanism of Iran, 2015

references

  • Professor Richard Tucker

School of Architecture & Built Environment 

richard.tucker@deakin.edu.au


  • Professor Mirjana Lozanovska

School of Architecture & Built Environment 

mirjana.lozanovska@deakin.edu.au


  • Professor Paul Sanders

Chair In Architecture

 School of Architecture & Built Environment  

paul.sanders@deakin.edu.au




Certification


• Certificate of "The Future Professional: Crossing the Bridge - Industry, Academia and You 2022" from the Australian Technology Network (ATN).

• Certificate of "The Future Work and Innovation, 2023" from the Australian Technology Network (ATN).

  • Certificate of Attendance in Troglodytic Architecture Conference
  • Certificate of Attendance in The Technical Meeting on Architecture titled “A Review on Two Methods of Education in Past & Present Architecture of Iran”
  • Certificate of the Combined Approached in Methodology of Iconology – Semiology Art Studies
  • Iranian Architecture History Seminar
  • Participating in Educational Course of International Conference on Civil Engineering, Architecture and Urban Development of Contemporary Iran
  • Participating in Educational Course of Conference on Civil Engineering, Architecture and Urbanism of the Islamic Countries

Languages

Persian
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
French
Elementary
Turkish
Elementary

Timeline

Casual Academic Staff

Deakin University
06.2023 - Current

Research Assistant

Deakin University Melbourne Burwood Campus
05.2023 - Current

PhD Candidate

Deakin University
08.2022 - Current

University Lecturer

Azad University Of S&B /Iran
09.2015 - 07.2017

Construction Inspector

Knauf IRAN
03.2013 - 02.2021

Architectural Designer

Sazandegan Dasht Kavir Consultant
02.2013 - 05.2022

Deakin University

Ph.D. from Architecture

Isfahan University of Art

Master of Arts from Architectural History

Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman

Bachelor of Science from Architectural Engineering
Azin Ehteshami