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John Onyango Agumba

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John Onyango Agumba

Summary

An accomplished Chair of Department at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University Of Science and Technology, renowned for elevating faculty standards and fostering academic excellence. An experienced lecturer and researcher with an expert skills in both experimental and computational physics. A member of international networks and research collaborative teams. Proven track record in mentoring undergraduate and graduate students for success, with a significant focus on interdisciplinary learning and cutting-edge research in physics.

Overview

9
years of professional experience

Work History

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University Of Science And Technology

Chair of Department
07.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Oversees hiring processes, selects top-tier candidates to join the department''s talented team of educators.
  • Observes, coaches and mentors department staff.
  • Builds smooth and productive working relations positively impacting department operations.
  • Plans and executes professional development sessions for department faculty and staff.

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University Of Science And Technology

Senior Lecturer in Physics
09.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • Mentors undergraduate and graduate students
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Works effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Pwani University

Lecturer in Physics
09.2015 - 09.2019

Job overview

  • Advised undergraduate physics majors on academic plans, leading to timely graduation and career placement.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create cross-curricular connections between physics and other subjects such as chemistry or engineering.
  • Improved student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and applications of physics principles.
  • Organized regular physics seminars that showcased cutting-edge research from distinguished speakers within the field.

Education

University of Freiburg
, Freiburg, Germany

Ph.D. from Physics
02.2016

Kenyatta University
, Nairobi, Kenya

Master of Science from Physics
10.2010

Kenyatta University
, Nairobi

Bachelor of Science from Education Science
12.1999

Skills

  • Organic materials device fabrication (OPVs, OLEDs, OFETs)
  • Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) techniques
  • Optical spectroscopy techniques
  • Transmission electron microscopy
  • Optical microscopy techniques
  • Digital electronics with data acquisition and PC interfacing
  • Embedded system design with microprocessors and microcontrollers
  • Thin film science (Chemistry & Physics)
  • Computational Material Science
  • Programming in LaBVIEW
  • Programming skills in C#, C and Fortran

Affiliations

  • Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology, Kenya

Languages

Swahili
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
German
Advanced
C1

Timeline

Chair of Department

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University Of Science And Technology
07.2022 - Current

Senior Lecturer in Physics

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University Of Science And Technology
09.2019 - Current

Lecturer in Physics

Pwani University
09.2015 - 09.2019

University of Freiburg

Ph.D. from Physics

Kenyatta University

Master of Science from Physics

Kenyatta University

Bachelor of Science from Education Science
John Onyango Agumba