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Rita Mwendia Njeru

Rita Mwendia Njeru

Geophysics Researcher
Szeged
Try not to become a man of success. Rather become a man of value.
Albert Einstein

Summary

Organized and dependable professional with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a positive attitude. Demonstrates a strong willingness to undertake additional responsibilities to achieve team objectives. Brings excellent interpersonal and communication skills, coupled with experience in organizational management, contributing to effective team collaboration and project success.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages

Work History

PhD Researcher, Geophysics

University Of Szeged
Szeged, Csongrad
09.2019 - Current
  • Ongoing work focusing on the microscale characterization of Geothermal Reservoirs
    • Engaging in advanced research on microscale characterization of geothermal reservoirs using micro-computed tomography.
    • Gained expertise in 3D imaging analysis, addressing challenges in 3D image processing and interpretation.
    • Collaborated with research companies and institute leaders to apply practical approaches in geothermal energy research (Geochem-Hungary and LIAG-Germany).
    • Leading research in geothermal energy and digital rock physics at the University of Szeged.

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Egerton University
Nakuru, Kenya
03.2018 - 08.2019
  • Taught three courses per semester to bachelors students; Geophysics, Quantum Mechanics, and Physical Optics
  • Coordinator of students' Academic Advising in the Department of Physics for one year
  • Patron of Egerton University Physics Students Association (EUPSA) for one year
  • Coordinator, Physics Department, Staff Welfare for one year
  • Committee Member for Africa Center of Excellence in Geothermal Research and Training (ACEGeRT): Played a key role in a team developing a strategic proposal for a USD 7 billion World Bank grant, gaining valuable experience in strategic planning, teamwork, and grant writing

Tutorial Fellow

Egerton University-Kenya
Nakuru, Kenya
05.2014 - 03.2018
  • Assisted in teaching: Geophysics, Quantum Mechanics, Mechanics, and Optics. This would involve: Setting, Administering and marking University exams, as well as
    Supervising geophysics undergraduate students’ research work
  • Coordinator of students' Academic Advising in the Department of Physics for three years
  • Founded and Coordinated, Physics Department, Staff Welfare
  • Co-Patron Egerton University Physics Students Association (EUPSA) for four years
  • Led a successful outreach campaign to high schools, promoting science programs and advocating for women in physics, significantly improving the gender enrollment ratio from 7:3 to 5:5 in favor of female students

Volunteer-Physics Bridging

Egerton University-Kenya
Nakuru, Kenya
04.2013 - 04.2014

Voluntarily taught General Physics to pre-university students, fostering a foundational understanding and enthusiasm for the subject

Education

Ph.D. - Ongoing

University of Szeged, SZTE, Szeged, CS
09.2019 - Current
  • Research focused on: Microscale Characterization of Geothermal Reservoirs Using Micro-Computed Tomography for Optimizing Water Reinjection in the Pannonian Basin

Master of Science - Physics

Egerton University-Njoro, Nakuru, Kenya
09.2012 - 12.2016
  • Pioneered the Masters' in Physics Geophysics option at Egerton University and developed a roadmap for subsequent students

Bachelor of Science - Physics and Mathematics

Egerton University-Njoro, Nakuru, Kenya
09.2008 - 12.2012
  • Classification: Graduated with Second-class upper division
  • Completed an intensive 4-year training course, exceeding the 50-course requirement by completing additional courses like economics, communication skills, etc
  • Conducted a 1-year project on scientific proposal writing and project implementation
  • Elected secretary general EUPSA in 2011

Course On Personal Branding -

Mastermind.com: Knowledge Business Blueprint, Online
08.2022 - Current
  • Taking self-paced, expert-led courses focusing on business and personal development

Short Course On Finance Management -

Centonomy Ltd., Nairobi, Kenya
02.2022 - 05.2022
  • Learnt essential skills in financial management, investment strategies, and the effective valuation of time

Skills

Image processing/Digital rock

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Personal Information

  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: Kenyan
  • Marital Status: Single

References

References available on request.

Affiliations

GAK

Interests

Learning new things and mentoring

Work Availability

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Timeline

Mastermind.com: Knowledge Business Blueprint - Course On Personal Branding,
08.2022 - Current
Centonomy Ltd. - Short Course On Finance Management,
02.2022 - 05.2022
PhD Researcher, Geophysics - University Of Szeged
09.2019 - Current
University of Szeged, SZTE - Ph.D., Ongoing
09.2019 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant - Egerton University
03.2018 - 08.2019
Tutorial Fellow - Egerton University-Kenya
05.2014 - 03.2018
Volunteer-Physics Bridging - Egerton University-Kenya
04.2013 - 04.2014
Egerton University-Njoro - Master of Science, Physics
09.2012 - 12.2016
Egerton University-Njoro - Bachelor of Science, Physics and Mathematics
09.2008 - 12.2012
Rita Mwendia NjeruGeophysics Researcher