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
- Spearhead comprehensive biospecimen lifecycle management, ensuring optimal sample integrity for high-stakes clinical trials.
- Execute complex molecular and microbiological assays while continuously optimizing laboratory workflows for maximum efficiency.
- Enforce rigorous QA/QC protocols, directing equipment calibration and mentoring junior personnel on international best practices.
- Act as the primary operational liaison for international sponsors, facilitating cross-border project collaboration and translating critical research documentation.
Research Assistant
September 2024 – July 2025
- Processed and archived clinical biospecimens in strict adherence to international epidemiological research protocols.
- Conducted standard microbiological and molecular procedures to support ongoing global health studies.
- Maintained meticulous digital records and supported international partner communications, ensuring seamless project tracking.
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
- Provide frontline technical support and troubleshooting across Telegram, Discord, and Reddit for a privacy-focused, open-source user base.
- Facilitate a respectful and engaged online community by enforcing guidelines and moderating dynamic discussions.
- Synthesize user feedback and bug reports to directly inform the core development team’s product roadmap and 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
- Contributed to the experimental design, execution, and data analysis of cutting-edge genetic engineering and biotechnology research projects.
- Supervised and mentored undergraduate researchers, guiding them through complex laboratory techniques and scientific methodologies.
Student Researcher
August 2021 – December 2023
- Investigated the antimicrobial properties of Costus woodsonii for a Master’s thesis, identifying potential novel therapeutic agents.
- Performed advanced bioinformatics analyses to characterize virulence factors and pathogenic mechanisms in Tsukamurella paurometabola and Enterobacter cloacae.
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
- Managed live virtual classroom environments via Zoom for the “Comprehensive Arabic 21” course, ensuring seamless technical delivery.
- Facilitated real-time Q&A sessions, acting as a dynamic bridge between students and the instructor to enhance the learning experience.
- Maintained a focused, high-quality learning atmosphere by proactively managing digital disruptions during large-scale live broadcasts.