Divyia Dharshini
Adelaide,SA
Summary
Adaptable current Master of Science in International Agricultural Development with some work experience in the related field. My previous jobs have provided me with a well-rounded background to work under pressure along with different environments and develop time management as well as analytical perspective towards tasks. Reliable to be able to work individually or as a team, diligent and am looking forward to learn about new approaches and face challenges related to this field of work.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Research assistant
University of Nottingham Malaysia
Semenyih, Selangor
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Plant and harvest Bambara groundnut and winged bean
- Perform post harvest tests and measures on multiple crops such as winged bean, amaranth and chili.
- Fresh and dry weight measurements of samples, leaf area analysis, chlorophyll content analysis and sample preparation to be sent for nitrate and nutrient analysis
- Data analysis of various samples using GenStat software.
- Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
- Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
Admissions Associate
Cedar Point Amusement Park
Sandusky, Ohio
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Customer service.
- Ticket sales, cashiering and ticket taking.
- Helping guests with information about park and rides.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Year 3 Class Representitive
University Of Nottingham
Semenyih , Selangor
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Planned and arranged monthly meetings with class to discuss at meetings held by higher authority.
- Coordinated meetings to collect feedbacks from class students for betterment.
- Help students resolve issues regarding learning environment.
Research intern
University of Nottingham Malaysia
Semenyih, Selangor
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Receive and prepare laboratory samples for analysis, following proper protocols to ensure that they will be stored, prepared and disposed of efficiently and effectively
- Subculturing of trichoderma in three different culture mediums to be tested and monitor growth for 2-7 days
- Hemocytometer usage for spore count
- RNA extraction of oil palm samples
- RNA extraction of Ganoderma from soil samples.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets and produced timely reports.
- Helped team meet regulatory requirements by coordinating documentation and filings.
Education
Master of Science - International Agricultural Development
University of Adelaide
Adelaide, SA12.2022
BSc (HONS) Biotechnology - Plant Biotechnology
University of Nottingham Malaysia
Semenyih05.2019
Foundation - Science
University of Nottingham Malaysia
Semenyih05.2016
Skills
- Music (Carnatic singing and Musical instruments)
- Arts and crafts
- Martial Arts (taekwondo)
- Swimming
- Excellent customer service
- Excellent communication skills
- Fairly good leadership skills
- Great time management
- Excellent laboratory skills
- Good SPSS Software skills
- Good GenStat skills
- Lab operations
- Project Management
- Research and analysis
Additional Information
Highly proficiency in Tamil, English and Malay language while working knowledge in Hindi language.
Timeline
Research assistant
University of Nottingham Malaysia
12.2019 - 06.2020
Admissions Associate
Cedar Point Amusement Park
06.2019 - 09.2019
Year 3 Class Representitive
University Of Nottingham
09.2018 - 05.2019
Research intern
University of Nottingham Malaysia
06.2018 - 09.2018
Master of Science - International Agricultural Development
University of Adelaide
BSc (HONS) Biotechnology - Plant Biotechnology
University of Nottingham Malaysia
Foundation - Science
University of Nottingham Malaysia