Sima Khani
About Sima Khani
Sima Khani is a Teaching Fellow at the University of Massachusetts Boston, specializing in anti-cancer drug discovery and biochemistry. With a strong educational background in chemistry and extensive teaching experience, she aims to advance her career in the pharmaceutical or chemical industries.
Work at UMass Boston
Sima Khani has been a Teaching Fellow at the University of Massachusetts Boston since 2019. In this role, she engages in teaching and supporting students in their academic pursuits. Her responsibilities include developing course materials and providing guidance to students in various chemistry subjects. Khani's current position reflects her commitment to higher education and her expertise in the field of chemistry.
Education and Expertise
Sima Khani has a strong educational background in chemistry. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Tehran from 2001 to 2005. She then completed a Master of Science in Inorganic Chemistry at Bu-Ali Sina University from 2005 to 2007. Currently, she is pursuing a PhD in Physical-analytical chemistry at the University of Massachusetts Boston, which she began in 2019. Her expertise lies in anti-cancer drug discovery, with a focus on biochemistry and analytical chemistry.
Professional Experience
Khani has diverse professional experience in the field of chemistry. She worked as a Technical Support staff at طبیعت زنده Tabiat Zendeh in Tehran Province, Iran, from 2011 to 2012. She then served as a laboratory tutor and marker for first, second, and third-year chemistry students at the University of Sydney from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, she worked as a researcher at the University of Sydney during the same period, contributing to various research projects.
Skills and Techniques
Sima Khani is skilled in instrumental analytical techniques and cell-based analyses. Her training and experience in these areas enhance her capabilities in both teaching and research. These skills are particularly relevant to her focus on anti-cancer drug discovery and her ongoing studies in physical-analytical chemistry.
Career Aspirations
Khani is seeking a position in the pharmaceutical, chemical, or consumer goods industry. She is interested in roles such as research associate or positions in safety, product stewardship, quality, or analytical specialist roles. Her educational background and professional experience position her well for these opportunities.