icddr,b
icddr,b, a leading global health research institute based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, is dedicated to addressing public health challenges in low- and middle-income countries through innovative scientific research.
Senior Research Assistant
August 2025 – Present
Responsibilities
- Managed lab equipment maintenance and calibration to ensure operational readiness.
- Independently managed the complete biospecimen lifecycle, guaranteeing sample integrity.
- Steered complex molecular/microbiological procedures and optimized lab workflows.
- Drove QA/QC implementation and mentored junior staff on best practices.
- Provided operational oversight and mentorship to clinical trial staff.
- Served as a key liaison with international sponsors to facilitate project collaboration.
- Organized digital documentation systems and led translation of critical research documents.
Research Assistant
September 2024 – July 2025
Responsibilities
- Performed routine maintenance and troubleshooting of lab equipment.
- Handled biospecimen processing and storage according to protocol.
- Conducted standard microbiological and molecular laboratory procedures.
- Supported quality assurance processes by adhering to team protocols.
- Provided daily operational support to clinical trial staff.
- Assisted with communications and document preparation for international partners.
- Maintained digital records and provided translation support.
Notesnook
Notesnook is a free (as in speech) & open-source note-taking app focused on user privacy & ease of use.
Community Moderator
February 2025 – Present
Responsibilities
- Provided frontline user support on Telegram, Discord, and Reddit, troubleshooting software issues and resolving user queries.
- Cultivated a positive online community by enforcing guidelines and fostering respectful discussion.
- Relayed key user feedback and insights to the development team to guide app improvements.
Department of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, University of Dhaka
The Department of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, University of Dhaka was established in 2001 and is renowned for its academic and research excellence.
Research Assistant
January 2024 – September 2024
Responsibilities
- Actively contributed to the design, execution, and analysis of various cutting-edge research projects within the field of genetic engineering and biotechnology.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to novice researchers, fostering their scientific development and helping them navigate project-related activities effectively.
Student Researcher
August 2021 – December 2023
Responsibilities
- Conducted comprehensive research into the antimicrobial properties of Costus woodsonii for a Master’s thesis, exploring its potential as a source of novel therapeutic agents.
- Engaged in bioinformatics analyses to investigate the virulence factors of Tsukamurella paurometabola and Enterobacter cloacae, shedding light on their pathogenic mechanisms.
Al-Quraner Vasha Institute
Al Quraner Vasha Institute (Institute of the Language of The Quran) offers a free and accessible endeavor to learn Quranic Arabic with online classes and academic-level books.
Virtual Classroom Moderator
Responsibilities
- Moderated live Zoom sessions for the “Comprehensive Arabic 21” course, ensuring a seamless and engaging learning environment.
- Managed the live question queue, efficiently relaying student queries to the instructor in real time.
- Maintained a focused learning atmosphere by promptly addressing any disruptions during live classes.