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# Detailed Professional Experience | |
## Current Position: Casual Academic at UNSW Sydney (July 2021 - Present) | |
### Role and Responsibilities | |
As a Casual Academic in the School of Computer Science and Engineering, Raktim contributes to undergraduate and postgraduate education while pursuing his PhD research. | |
**Teaching Duties**: | |
- Conduct laboratory sessions for computer science courses | |
- Lead tutorial classes on programming and algorithms | |
- Provide one-on-one mentoring to students | |
- Assist in course material development and updates | |
- Grade assignments and provide constructive feedback | |
**Courses Taught**: | |
- COMP1511: Programming Fundamentals | |
- COMP2521: Data Structures and Algorithms | |
- COMP3311: Database Systems | |
- COMP9417: Machine Learning and Data Mining | |
**Student Impact**: | |
- Mentored over 200 students across various courses | |
- Developed innovative teaching materials for complex concepts | |
- Received positive feedback for clear explanations and patient guidance | |
- Helped students transition from theoretical concepts to practical implementation | |
### Research Integration | |
- Incorporates current research findings into teaching materials | |
- Supervises undergraduate research projects | |
- Collaborates with faculty on curriculum development | |
- Organizes workshops on AI and machine learning topics | |
## Previous Role: Teaching Assistant at RMIT University (July 2017 - October 2019) | |
### Academic Responsibilities | |
During his Master's program, Raktim served as a Teaching Assistant, gaining valuable experience in higher education. | |
**Key Contributions**: | |
- Conducted weekly laboratory sessions for 50+ students | |
- Assisted in course delivery for computer science subjects | |
- Developed supplementary learning materials | |
- Provided technical support for programming assignments | |
**Courses Supported**: | |
- Introduction to Programming (Java, Python) | |
- Data Structures and Algorithms | |
- Database Systems | |
- Software Engineering Fundamentals | |
**Skills Developed**: | |
- Effective communication of complex technical concepts | |
- Patience and adaptability in teaching diverse student groups | |
- Time management and organizational skills | |
- Collaborative work with academic staff | |
### Research Activities | |
- Conducted literature reviews for research projects | |
- Participated in research group meetings | |
- Presented findings at internal seminars | |
- Collaborated on data collection and analysis | |
## Early Career: Lecturer at World University of Bangladesh (September 2013 - December 2016) | |
### Full-Time Academic Position | |
After completing his Bachelor's degree, Raktim joined as a full-time Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering. | |
**Teaching Portfolio**: | |
- **Programming Courses**: C, C++, Java, Python programming | |
- **Core CS Subjects**: Data Structures, Algorithms, Database Systems | |
- **Mathematics**: Discrete Mathematics, Statistics for CS | |
- **Specialized Topics**: Computer Networks, Operating Systems | |
**Administrative Duties**: | |
- Course coordinator for multiple subjects | |
- Examination committee member | |
- Student advisor and mentor | |
- Curriculum development participant | |
### Student Supervision | |
- **Thesis Supervision**: Guided 15+ undergraduate thesis projects | |
- **Project Mentoring**: Supervised capstone projects in software development | |
- **Research Guidance**: Introduced students to research methodologies | |
- **Career Counseling**: Provided guidance on academic and career paths | |
**Notable Projects Supervised**: | |
- Web-based student management systems | |
- Mobile applications for local businesses | |
- Data analysis projects for social impact | |
- Machine learning applications in healthcare | |
### Professional Development | |
- Attended faculty development programs | |
- Participated in curriculum review committees | |
- Engaged in continuous learning through online courses | |
- Built networks with industry professionals | |
### Impact and Recognition | |
- Consistently received high student evaluation scores | |
- Recognized for innovative teaching methods | |
- Contributed to department's accreditation process | |
- Helped establish computer lab facilities | |
## Skills Developed Through Experience | |
### Teaching and Communication | |
- **Pedagogical Skills**: Developed effective teaching strategies for diverse learning styles | |
- **Public Speaking**: Comfortable presenting to large audiences | |
- **Technical Communication**: Ability to explain complex concepts simply | |
- **Cross-cultural Communication**: Experience with international student populations | |
### Leadership and Management | |
- **Team Coordination**: Led teaching teams and research groups | |
- **Project Management**: Managed multiple courses and research projects simultaneously | |
- **Mentoring**: Guided students and junior colleagues | |
- **Conflict Resolution**: Handled academic disputes and student concerns | |
### Technical and Research | |
- **Curriculum Development**: Designed course content aligned with industry needs | |
- **Assessment Design**: Created fair and comprehensive evaluation methods | |
- **Research Methodology**: Applied rigorous research practices | |
- **Technology Integration**: Incorporated new technologies into teaching | |
## Professional Networks and Collaborations | |
### Academic Collaborations | |
- **UNSW Research Groups**: Active member of multiple research teams | |
- **International Collaborations**: Partnerships with researchers globally | |
- **Industry Connections**: Collaborations with healthcare institutions | |
- **Conference Networks**: Regular participant in academic conferences | |
### Professional Memberships | |
- IEEE Computer Society member | |
- ACM member | |
- Australian Computer Society (ACS) member | |
- Bioinformatics Australia member | |
### Community Engagement | |
- **Peer Review**: Regular reviewer for academic journals | |
- **Conference Organization**: Committee member for academic conferences | |
- **Outreach Programs**: Participant in STEM education initiatives | |
- **Open Source Contributions**: Active contributor to research software projects |