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Myrtede Alfred

Myrtede Alfred

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Assistant Professor at University of Toronto

  • Education

    • Clemson University

      2013 - 2016
      Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Industrial Engineering 3.74

      Activities and Societies: Black Graduate Student Association, Society of Manufacturing Engineers, National Society of Black Engineers I'm currently a PhD student studying industrial engineering at Clemson University (Go Tigers!!). I'm researching the whether individuals who practice a skill (building a circuit) in a virtual environment will attain the same level of proficiency as individuals who practice the same skill in a real world environment.

    • Florida International University

      2005 - 2009
      B.B.A Human Resources Management

      Activities and Societies: Black Student Association, President 2008 - 2009 Impact Campus Ministries, Haitian Student Organization, Club Africa National Society of Collegiate Scholars Grade Point Average: 3.68Related Coursework: Managing Diversity, Business Information Systems, Strategic Management, Human Resources Selection, Management Science, Operations Management, Training & Development, Human Resources Management, Methods of Compensation

    • Clemson University

      2012 - 2013
      Master of Science (M.S.) Industrial Engineering 3.62

      Activities and Societies: Society of Women Engineers Black Graduate Student Association Obtained my master's of science in industrial engineering with a concentration in quality, Clemson University. Completed coursework in statistical methods, quality and product design. Graduated with honors.

    • Florida International University

      2005 - 2009
      B.A History

    • Miami Dade Community College

      2011 - 2011
      Non-degree seeking Engineering 4.0

      Completed prerequisite courses for my MS in Industrial Engineering.

    • Ferris State University

      2006 - 2007
      Non - degree seeking Human Resources Management/History

      Activities and Societies: Scholar Program, Fall 2006 - Summer 2007 Camp Counselor, GEAR - UP Program, Summer 2007 I attended Ferris State University for one year as part of the university's National Student Exchange program.

  • Experience

    • Ocean Bank

      Jan 2011 - Sept 2012
      BSA Consultant

      * Analyzed the business description of several thousand bank customers to verify the proper NAICS classification was selected and completed a reference guide on NAICS codes for account officers * Reviewed list of DDA/Savings transaction codes, recommended maintaining or re-classifying their exemption status and wrote procedures for semi-annual transaction code review. * Examined the profiles for all – high risk customers and updated, modified, or re-created the thresholds and variances for these profiles as needed * Conducted research on customers as well as sanctioned parties using World-check, Accurint as well as the internet to determine if bank customers were listed on OFAC specially designated nationals list and escalated potential matches to bank officers for further review Show less

    • Clemson University

      May 2013 - Aug 2017

      I taught a second level human factors course in the Industrial Engineering Department at Clemson University. I am a human factors teaching assistant in the industrial engineering department. Currently, I am the lead teaching assistant for senior design. I am the team leader on a research project to develop general competencies for the manufacturing industry in South Carolina. This includes delegating research tasks, reviewing and summarizing articles, and ensuring tasks are completed on time. My duties also involve creating the competencies survey for manufacturing businesses in the state and utilizing the results to determine what skills deficiencies to address. Teaching Assistant for Industrial Safety and Health Management course. I work alongside the course Professor creating assignments and exams based on the course text as well as recommending supplemental activities for the students. I also answer any questions the students may have and provide guidance on homework assignments.

      • Instructor

        Jun 2017 - Aug 2017

      • Teaching Assistant

        May 2015 - Jun 2017

      • Research Assistant

        Sept 2012 - Dec 2015

      • Teaching Assistant

        May 2013 - Jun 2013

    • MariesKids

      Apr 2018 - now
      Executive Director/President

      I serve as the executive director and president of a Science, Tech, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) education nonprofit, Marie's Kids, I founded earlier this year. The mission of the organization is to introduce underprivileged students in primary school to STEAM through interactions with their social and natural environment and provide pathways for their continued educational and personal development. In this role, I lead a team of eight volunteer directors and committee chairs in supporting the goals of the organization. Show less

    • Clemson University

      May 2018 - Jun 2018
      Instructor

      For a second year, I taught a second level human factors course in the Industrial Engineering Department at Clemson University.

    • Medical University of South Carolina

      Aug 2019 - Jun 2021
      Research Assistant Professor

    • University of Toronto

      Jul 2021 - now
      Assistant Professor

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Six Sigma Green Belt Certification

      Clemson University: The Center for Excellence in Quality
      Jun 2013

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Myrtede Alfred
      MLK Jr. Award for Excellence in Service Clemson University Jan 2016 Awarded to individuals who exhibit excellence in service to the University or surrounding community.
    • Awarded to Myrtede Alfred
      SREB Dissertation Award Recipient Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) Jan 2016 The Dissertation Award offers a one-year, $20,000 stipend, university-covered tuition and fees (unless the institution prohibits a fee waiver), a $500 research allowance and professional development support. It also covers expenses associated with attending the annual Compact for Faculty Diversity Institute on Teaching and Mentoring.
    • Awarded to Myrtede Alfred
      Janine Bowen Graduate Fellowship Clemson University Department of Industrial Engineering May 2015 Fellowship awarded to outstanding student pursuing a PhD in Industrial Engineering.
    • Awarded to Myrtede Alfred
      National Science Foundation Student Travel Award National Science Foundation May 2015 Travel scholarship awarded to graduate students presenting NSF sponsored research at North American Manufacturing Research Conference (NAMRC).
    • Awarded to Myrtede Alfred
      Human Factor Institutes Travel Scholarship Human Factors Institute of Clemson University Mar 2015 Travel scholarship awarded to human factors students presenting research at a conference.
    • Awarded to Myrtede Alfred
      Diversity Fellowship Clemson University Aug 2014 Fellowship awarded to outstanding students pursuing a PhD in STEM fields.
    • Awarded to Myrtede Alfred
      Student Spotlight Clemson University Center for Workforce Development Sep 2013 Recognized by Clemson University's Center for Workforce Development for leadership in the development of a soft skills curriculum specifically designed for South Carolina's manufacturing industry and for my contribution on an evaluation of major construction effort for Duke Energy.