Soniya Dessai
Curtorim, Goa |- |-
Profile
Motivated and detail-oriented academic professional with over seven years of teaching and
research experience in Zoology and Environmental Science. Skilled in laboratory
techniques, scientific writing, and data analysis, with proven ability to support research
projects and deliver academic content at the undergraduate level.
Education
M.Sc. in Zoology, Goa University, 2014 – 2016 | GPA: 4.39/6.0
B.Sc. in Zoology (Hons.), Parvatibai Chowgule College, 2010 – 2013
Research Experience
Project Assistant, National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), Goa | 2016 –
2018
- Conducted chemical analysis of environmental samples using Ion Chromatography and
GC-MS/MS.
- Maintained lab instruments, assisted with sample collection, and documented findings for
ongoing polar research projects.
- Collaborated with scientists on environmental monitoring studies related to marine
ecosystems.
Teaching Experience
Assistant Professor – Zoology & Environmental Science, Carmel College, Nuvem | 2019 –
2024
- Taught undergraduate courses in Zoology and EVS, covering subjects such as Animal
Physiology, Ecology, and Cell Biology.
- Supervised lab sessions, managed practical exams, and guided students in academic
projects.
- Organized departmental workshops and student development programs.
Technical Skills
• Laboratory Techniques: Ion Chromatography, GC-MS/MS, microscopy, specimen
dissection
• Research Tools: Sample preparation, field data collection, chemical analysis
• Software: MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Internet research tools
• Teaching Tools: Google Classroom, Zoom, interactive presentations
Publication
• Dessai, S., & Others (2020). Characterization of organic and inorganic carbon in aerosols
over urban and marine environments. *Science of the Total Environment*, 706, 135716.
References
Available upon request