Biography

I am a personable and versatile individual who has a broad understanding of the field of Mechanical Engineering and Farm Machinery. I have undertaken independent and collaborative research with a track record of peer-reviewed research publications in high impact journals. I have a particular expertise and interest in heat, mass transfer, and thermodynamics of metals, alloys and ceramics. I have a proven ability to develop objectives, conceptualize problems and develop well-reasoned and integrated solutions. I have excellent leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage complex tasks in order to meet project goals. I have the ability to meet deadlines and specify accurate recording and analysis. I have been engaged in undergraduate teaching as a Course Coordinator and Lecturer at the University of Newcastle College of International Education and an Academic Tutor at the University of Newcastle. I cover areas of Mathematics for Engineering, Computational Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, and Selection of Materials in Engineering Design. I have meticulously developed, coordinated and taught engineering units to my students.

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Leila identifies as culturally and linguistically diverse.