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Mariam Mohammad
Junior Chemist
Ghent
Summary
A chemist with a strong theoretical and practical background gained through academic research experience at the Bachelor's and Master's level, and industrial experience. Experienced with research and data analysis to support project teams. Driven to learn quickly and advance skills in industry operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Student Intern
GOVI Engineered Chemicals NV
Ghent
2025.02 - 2025.05
- Project: paper barrier coating development.
- Assessed the barrier properties of potential compounds for paper coating.
- Developed strong communication skills by presenting findings in team meetings and collaborating on group projects.
Registration Assistant
UNHCR Egypt
Cairo
2023.08 - 2023.09
- Assisted with registering new incoming asylum seekers amid the Sudan crisis.
- Informed asylum seekers about their rights and protection provided by UNHCR.
Student Job - Project Assistant at CARES
The American University in Cairo
Cairo
2023.03 - 2023.05
- Conducted research and created reports for ongoing projects.
- Assisted with experimental work.
- Assisted with administrative work such as organizing and maintaining data and note-taking for meetings.
Research Assistant at Chemistry Department
The American University in Cairo
Cairo
2019.06 - 2019.08
- Project: Energy Storage Systems.
- Assisted graduate students with lab work.
- Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
Chemistry Teacher’s Assistant
Egypt British International School
Cairo
2018.09 - 2019.06
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Developed tests which challenge the students’ knowledge of the syllabus and prepare them for their final IGCSE exam.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
Education
Master of Science - Chemistry
Ghent University
Ghent, Belgium 2023.09 - 2025.06
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
The American University in Cairo
Cairo, Egypt 2018.09 - 2023.06
IGCSE -
Egypt British International School
Cairo, Egypt 2015.09 - 2018.06
Software
OriginLab
TopSpin
MestReNova
References
Prof. Dr. Catherine Cazin - Master Thesis Promoter
catherine.cazin@ugent.be
Dr. Mathieu Balcaen - Industrial Internship Supervisor
mathieu.balcaen@govi.com
Dr. Daphne Depuydt - Industrial Internship Supervisor
daphne.depuydt@govi.com
Interests
History and Philosophy
Baking
Yoga
Timeline
Student Intern
GOVI Engineered Chemicals NV
2025.02 - 2025.05
Master of Science - Chemistry
Ghent University
2023.09 - 2025.06
Registration Assistant
UNHCR Egypt
2023.08 - 2023.09
Student Job - Project Assistant at CARES
The American University in Cairo
2023.03 - 2023.05
Research Assistant at Chemistry Department
The American University in Cairo
2019.06 - 2019.08
Chemistry Teacher’s Assistant
Egypt British International School
2018.09 - 2019.06
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
The American University in Cairo
2018.09 - 2023.06
IGCSE -
Egypt British International School
2015.09 - 2018.06