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.
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Divyia Dharshini
Adelaide,SA
Summary
Overview
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cheeky Greek
Front of House Staff Member
07.2023 - 10.2023
Job overview
- Established welcoming atmosphere by greeting each guest warmly.
- Helped guests at tables when in need of assistance.
- Assisted servers with delivering food, filling beverages, and retrieving items for guests.
- Reset tables between guests by restocking low items and wiping down surfaces.
- Maintained tidy and organized work area to preserve aesthetics and support cleanliness and quality standards.
- Greeted customers and answered inquiries regarding menu items and specials.
- Processed customer payments.
- Utilized POS system to receive and process food and beverage orders.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
- Followed safety and sanitation policies while handling food and beverages to uphold proper health standards.
- Served and assisted diners by carrying plates of food, taking and delivering beverage orders and refilling glasses.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas.
University Of Adelaide
Volunteer Laboratory Assistant
02.2023 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Assisted with general laboratory and pot work as instructed by supervisors.
- Assisted with general molecular biology tasks within the Weeds Research Group and Denton Group.
- Carried out rhizobia culturing of different strains.
- Grew chickpea plants and carried out pot work in the glasshouse.
- Harvested chickpea plants prior to flowering.
- carried out physiological comparisons on plants to observe effectiveness of rhizobial strains.
- Carried out PCR and qPCR to determine absence or presence of rhizobia in chickpea plant samples.
University of Nottingham Malaysia
Research assistant
12.2019 - 06.2020
Job overview
- Planted and harvested Bambara groundnut and winged bean.
- Performed post harvest tests and measures on multiple crops such as winged bean, amaranth and chili.
- Carried out fresh and dry weight measurements of samples, leaf area analysis, chlorophyll content analysis and sample preparation to be sent for nitrate and nutrient analysis
- Carried out 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.
Cedar Point Amusement Park
Admissions Associate
06.2019 - 09.2019
Job overview
- Provided excellent customer service.
- Performed ticket sales, cashiering and ticket taking.
- Helped 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.
University Of Nottingham
Year 3 Class Representitive
09.2018 - 05.2019
Job overview
- 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.
- Helped students resolve issues regarding learning environment.
University of Nottingham Malaysia
Research intern
06.2018 - 09.2018
Job overview
- Received and prepared laboratory samples for analysis, following proper protocols to ensure that they will be stored, prepared and disposed of efficiently and effectively
- Subcultured trichoderma in three different culture mediums to be tested and monitor growth for 2-7 days.
- Used hemocytometer for spore count.
- Extracted RNA of oil palm samples.
- Extracted RNA 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
University of AdelaideAdelaide, SA
Master of Science from International Agricultural Development
12.2022
University Overview
University of Nottingham MalaysiaSemenyih
BSc (HONS) Biotechnology from Plant Biotechnology
05.2019
University Overview
University of Nottingham MalaysiaSemenyih
Foundation from Science
05.2016
University Overview
Skills
- Music (Carnatic singing and Musical instruments)
- Arts and crafts
- Martial Arts (taekwondo)
- Swimming
- Excellent customer service
- Money Handling
- Multilingual
- Excellent communication skills
- Fairly good leadership skills
- Great time management
- Excellent laboratory skills
- Good SPSS Software skills
- Good R skills
- Good GenStat skills
- Lab operations
- Team Collaboration
- Project Management
- Research and analysis
- PCR skills
- Pest and Disease Control
- Trimming and Pruning
- Transplanting and Potting Plants
- Basic Irrigation Systems Knowledge
- Task Coordination
- Customer Engagement
Additional Information
Additional Information
Highly proficiency in Tamil, English and Malay language while working knowledge in Hindi language.
Languages
Tamil
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Bahasa Malaysia
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Limited Working
Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Timeline
Front of House Staff Member
Cheeky Greek
07.2023 - 10.2023
Volunteer Laboratory Assistant
University Of Adelaide
02.2023 - 06.2023
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
University of Adelaide
Master of Science from International Agricultural Development
University of Nottingham Malaysia
BSc (HONS) Biotechnology from Plant Biotechnology
University of Nottingham Malaysia
Foundation from Science
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