Silicon chips and biological systems have fascinated me since I was a kid. Even though synapses are far more complicated than the logic gates, yet there are similarities between carbon and silicon systems. They still fascinate me, because there is always more to learn at the horizon.
Gaining more knowledge in the implementation of software as well as the development of skills to solve real world problems.
– Chicago, IL. (07/2019 – Current)
Previous Positions:
XH-IT Tech, College of Education
Jan 2018 – Jun 2019
IT Tech, College of Education
Aug 2015 – Dec 2017
• Maintain high performance computing cluster for statistical purposes and other scientific research.
• Network and troubleshooting, data cabling and systems administration in a variety of software and hardware environments. • Manage inventory and equipment reservations, perform inventory control, audit, improve and maintain the integrity of the inventory database to ensure college technological resources are properly utilized.
• Maintain Microsoft Active Directory, server administration (2008, 2012, 2016) and security monitoring.
• Identify and advise the college administration of the best practices on security and privacy.
• Ensure compliance with FERPA and other information security regulations of the university.
• Train new student employees in ticketing system (RT ticket system), remote desktop, software, and hardware installation.
• Support off-campus outreach sites that are collaborating with COE projects with technology needs.
– Chicago, IL. (05/2006 – 06/2012)
• Interacted with customers for their feedback, compliments, and complaints.
• Completed weekly inventory for food and other required items required by the establishment.
• Provided ongoing training as needed regarding new products and promotions.
• Performed temperature and coffee calibration and logged them for records.
• Completed daily cash management such as cash reports, deposits etc.
– Chicago, IL. (03/2007 – 01/2008)
• Maintained computers, software installation and assisted in computer repair services.
• Provided services to customers such as fax, printing and other operations provided by the establishment.
• Kept logs and inventories of computer parts.
If you ever try to do anything on your own computer that involves the internet, I will inevitably step in and do it for you. You might save time or get frustrated. That’s my job and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.
– In collaboration with: Sumner Elementary School, Chicago, (2019-Current)
The indoor sustainable hydroponic learning garden project is aimed at providing children and young adults of the West Garfield Park community, the opportunity to explore natural science, math, Physics, and technology concepts and apply them into their daily lives. This project is led by a leadership team including Sumner Elementary School parents, teachers, and students, members of 360 Nation, COE students, and ETL staff.
– Chicago, IL. (2017-2019)
Redevelop ETL website, streaming equipment reservations for college faculty and student teachers, and modernizing our departmental knowledge base (The ETL Wiki). Moving away from paper process to a completely digitized system, provide traceability and accountability of vital university resources.
If I prefer to talk to people over e-mail, it’s not because I don’t like them. I just like spending time outdoors –a lot– and enjoy fresh air and all that comes with it (bugs especially).
– Chicago, IL. (Summer 2015)
• Informed students about basic circuits, logic gates, and conductors and non-conductors through interactive activities.
• Contributed information about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
• Discussed the various degrees provided by UIC and gave necessary information about the university.
– Dhangadhi, Nepal. (2001 - 2003)
• Helped the community with programs such as clean water, climate change, sanitation and traffic awareness.
• Participated in community events and meetings.
Dhangadhi, Nepal. (2001 - 2002)
• Assisted computer and software usage to new users enrolled in computer training program.
• Troubleshooting software and hardware related issues and hardware upgrades.
• Supporting company clients with computer related issues over phone or physical visits.
• Other various tasks assigned by institute.
