Arif Mahmud, PhD
Research And Development Chemist at Harrison Manufacturing Company- Claim this Profile
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English Full professional proficiency
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Bengali Native or bilingual proficiency
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Credentials
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Tutor Training Certification
University of SydneyAug, 2017- Sep, 2024 -
Member of the Australian Society of Rheology
Australian Society of RheologyAug, 2019- Sep, 2024 -
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St John Ambulance Australia (NSW)
Experience
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Harrison Manufacturing Company
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Australia
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Oil and Gas
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1 - 100 Employee
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Research And Development Chemist
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Sep 2022 - Present
Core Research & New Product Development: - Within the R&D Team, conduct ideation and prior-art research to identify opportunities to expand HMC’s product offering - Apply iterative design thinking to project planning and experimentation, maintaining commercial needs front of mind - Thorough, recorded laboratory development of concepts towards new products - Develop both innovative and iterative new products from idea to proof of concept to robust lab methods - Assist in translating successful lab trials to production trials and full-scale manufacture Core Research - Process and Products: - Determine appropriate research questions related to manufacturing process improvement - Develop laboratory protocols to answer research questions to optimise production processes support improvements - Perform laboratory research, adjusting methods and protocols as required to facilitate replication of production processes - Collaborate with Manufacturing to undertake production trials Analytical: - Use chemical and physical analytical methods to investigate developmental intermediates and products, production samples and final products - Conduct statistical analysis and build models to inform both product development and product improvement projects - Apply analytical results to drive project directions Individual Activities and Teamwork: - Remain flexible to changing goals and priorities, driven by business objectives - Foster collaborative relationships to ensure best outcomes - Effectively participate in multidisciplinary teams to achieve R&D and business objectives - Apply fluid, strategic thinking to adapt to various environments - Maintain thorough and accurate records and written reports, including for R&D tax claims
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Eurofins Environment Testing - AUS/NZ
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Australia
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Environmental Services
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100 - 200 Employee
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Instrument Chemist
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Dec 2021 - Sep 2022
- Perform routine analytical, physical tests, sample sorting and preparation as required. - Ensure samples are tested in a timely manner, completed, and integrity of results maintained. - Troubleshooting and maintenance of instrumentation and laboratory equipment. - Managing workflow, processing results and report preparation through LIMS. - Identify and report quality issues and implement the corrective and preventative actions as required. - Highlighting anomalies in results and sample type and sample behaviour. - Participate in internal competency and training assessments as required. - Support and provide technical guidance to laboratory technicians as required. - Ensure working solutions of chemicals are prepared and maintained at appropriate quantities and quality. - Calibrate and maintain instruments, ensuring maintenance logs are kept up to date. - Perform all of the tests/analysis assigned in accordance with the priority list. - Prepare any QC samples, CRMs standards or any other QC required. - Experienced in using GC-MS, GC-MS – P&T, and similar analytical instruments. - Perform calibrations for lab instruments. - Load, purge ZHE leachate samples, clean, and reassemble ZHE leachate canisters; ZHE leachate sample preparation. - Comply with laboratory WHS policies and dispose of hazardous materials appropriately according to their waste classification.
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University of Sydney
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Australia
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Research Fellow (Affiliated)
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Oct 2020 - Dec 2021
Research Area: Rheology, Sludge rheology, Microfluidics, Fluid mechanics of suspensions. Viscoelastic Materials, Polymer science, Non-Colloidal Suspension, Fluid Mechanics, Friction. The research is applicable to many industrial processes – minerals, food, blood for example.Experiences/Responsibilities:- Experienced in laboratory work and management with high accuracy.- Experienced in implementing new ideas with innovative setup.- Skilled in designing new equipment.- Experienced in sample preparation and performing tests with standards.- Experienced in data analysis and developing models.- Experienced in teamwork to reach individual goals.- Expertise in equipment installation, tools design, mechanical testing, calibration, and engineering calculation.- Experienced in 3D Mechanical Design (SOLIDWORKS).- Skilled in data analysis using Excel, MATLAB, and OriginLab.- Proficient in Microsoft 365 and able to produce project reports quickly.- Experienced in presentation and in dealing with stakeholders and clients.- Presenting research findings nationally and internationally.- Have strong attention to detail.- Writing manuscripts and publishing peer-reviewed articles.
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Tutor (Online and in person) and demonstrator at Sydney University
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Nov 2016 - Nov 2021
• Preparing tutoring notes based on course materials.• Delivering lectures, solving tutorial problems, and enhancing student’s skills in the class.Working as Tutor and demonstrator for the following courses at the Faculty of Engineering:Tutoring: 1. ENGG1802: Engineering Mechanics 2. MECH3362: Materials 2 3. AMME2301: Mechanics of Solids 1 4. CIVL1110/CIVL9110: MaterialsLab Demonstration: 1. MECH9261: Fluid Mechanics 2 2. MECH1560: Introduction to Mechanical Engineering
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Doctoral Researcher
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Jul 2016 - Oct 2020
Research Area: Rheology (the science of flow and deformation of materials), Microfluidics, Fluid mechanics of suspensions. Viscoelastic Materials, Non-Newtonian, Non-Colloidal Suspension, Fluid Mechanics, Friction. The research is applicable to many industrial processes – minerals, food, blood for example.Experiences: • Laboratory work experience. • Experienced in sample preparation and performing tests with high accuracy. • Presented research findings nationally and internationally. • Experienced in writing manuscripts and published peer-reviewed articles. • Experienced in modelling of non-colloidal suspensions. • Developed a convenient model for particle-laden materials (suspensions). • Characterised suspensions behaviour by transient and stationary shear flows, sinusoidal tests, elongational flows and steady-oscillatory superposition (first reported). • Developed a ‘bootstrap’ feedback mechanism to predict the noncolloidal suspension flow behaviour which has been awarded “Rheologica Acta Publication award – 2020". • Experienced in a collaborative teamwork environment with the ability to work independently. • Contributed to design a new device to perform tests.
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Examination Supervisor
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Sep 2016 - May 2020
- Experienced in providing advice and support to the students.- Worked collaboratively as part of a team.- Demonstrated computer skills including internet and email.- Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply policy and procedures in the examination.- Worked with a diverse range of staff and customers.- Demonstrated ability to work to tight deadlines.- Demonstrating experience of Supporting students.
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Research Assistant (Casual)
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Aug 2016 - Nov 2016
- Experienced in sample preparation and performing tests.- Experienced in data analysis and developing models.- Experienced in writing manuscripts and published peer-reviewed articles.
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BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology
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Bangladesh
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Textile Manufacturing
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100 - 200 Employee
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Lecturer of Physics and Academic Program Coordinator (In leave from 2016)
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Sep 2013 - Jun 2016
- Preparing content of lectures and delivering lectures. - Organising Lab setup and conducting laboratory sessions. - Preparing and marking assignments and conducting examinations. - Providing academic guidance to students (Counselling). - Conducting research and contributing to academic publications. - Attending faculty meetings and conferences. - Contributing to curriculum revisions and course and degree requirements. - Providing consultation to academic boards, councils and committees. - Supervising student's (projects and research works). - Performing related administrative jobs.
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IUBAT
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Bangladesh
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Higher Education
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300 - 400 Employee
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Lecturer of Physics
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Apr 2013 - Sep 2013
- Preparing content of lectures and delivering lectures. - Organising Lab setup and conducting laboratory sessions. - Preparing and marking assignments and examinations. - Providing academic guidance to students (Counselling). - Conducting research and contributing to academic publications. - Attending faculty meetings and conferences. - Contributing to curriculum revisions and course and degree requirements. - Providing consultation to academic boards, councils and committees. - Conducting examination. - Performing related administrative job.
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Education
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2016 - 2020
University of Sydney
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Aerospace, Mechanical & Mechatronic Engineering (AMME) -
2010 - 2011
Jahangirnagar University
Masters of Science (M.S.) - Research, Physics -
2006 - 2010
Jahangirnagar University
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Physics -
2004 - 2006
Dhaka City College
Higher Secondary Certificate (H.S.C), Science
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