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Simon Liu

Simon Liu

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Motivated designer in the creative industry looking for opportunities to push boundaries and assist the next generation

  • Education

    • University of Waterloo

      2012 - 2017
      Bachelor’s Degree Chemical Engineering

    • University of Toronto

      2019 - 2021
      Master of Teaching EDUCATION

  • Experience

    • University of Waterloo

      Sept 2013 - Apr 2014

      -Acquired deep understanding of the interior technology of different types of lithium ion battery materials-Used cyclers to characterize commercial lithium battery performance and degradation-Maintained an organized and efficient lab environment-Constructed coin cells in a high-end glovebox-Conducted preliminary draft for paper on electrolyte properties in literature-Learned about some aspects of fuel cells-Familiarized myself with current state of commercial battery market-Programmed several full-fledged plotting programs for obtained data using MATLAB Show less

      • Lithium-Ion Battery Materials Researcher

        Jan 2014 - Apr 2014

      • Water Filtration Research Assistant

        Sept 2013 - Dec 2013

    • University of Waterloo

      Sept 2014 - Dec 2014
      Programming Assistant

      -Programmed using MATLAB to measure fiber diameters from SEM images-applied image analysis and distance measurement algorithms-improved independent learning skills by learning programming codes and concepts without guidance

    • Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

      Jan 2015 - Apr 2015
      Radiation Oncology Researcher

      -programmed MATLAB code for tumor response monitoring using quantitative ultrasound-familiarized with machine learning and image analysis algorithms applied to medical data-received animal training for the handling of and administration of injections in mice and rabbits-explored current 3D breast ultrasound technologies and created preliminary investigations using custom made phantom-directed an exploratory project for volume reconstruction of breast tumors using 3D ultrasound images Show less

    • Soochow University

      Sept 2015 - Dec 2015
      Sodium Ion Battery Materials Researcher

      -experimented with multiple techniques for sodium-ion battery anodes and lithium-sulfur cathodes-worked with transition metal dichalcogenides and carbon nanomaterials-conducted materials syntheses for battery electrodes and wet chemistry-familiarized with the usage of material characterization equipment (SEM, XPS, XRD, TEM, Raman)-learned proper research ethics and responsibility for independent research through independent projects

    • University of Waterloo

      Jan 2016 - Apr 2016
      Conductive Nanocrystalline Cellulose-Polymer Ink Materials Researcher

      -developed familiarity with polymer chemistry and wet chemistry techniques-organized independent research project related to coating conducting polymers on nanocrystalline and nanofibrilous cellulose-collaborated with 3M to discuss viable conductive inks for manufacturing

    • Ambri

      May 2016 - Aug 2016
      Materials Characterization and Analysis Intern

      -mastered various techniques including: SEM, XRF, Microscope, helium leak detector-optimizing polishing procedures through working with vendors and self experimentation-familiarized with clean energy startup environment and workflow of R&D for grid-scale storage-familiarized with challenges and potential of liquid metal batteries-side project related to cell breach containment using ceramic pastes

    • Halion Displays

      May 2017 - Aug 2017
      Display Materials and Electronics Technician

      -Performed R&D for novel color and video-capable reflective displays technology-Worked in close-knit team with frequent meetings and collaborations-Conducted experiments related to emulsification, polymerization, and filtration

    • Homestay Vietnam

      Apr 2018 - Jun 2018
      English Teacher

      -Lived with local students and young professionals in a homestay-Taught English to students of various levels from beginner to advanced-Constructed my own teaching curriculum for daily conversation, idioms, pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, and IELTS preparation

    • Shad Canada

      Jul 2018 - Jul 2018
      Program Assistant

      -Assisted with a rigorous summer enrichment program for top high school students in Canada-Lived and worked with teens daily and maintained risk management policies during interactions-Nourished personal connections through interactive workshops, recreational, and social activities

    • Komo Consulting

      Jan 2019 - Jul 2019
      Chemistry Specialist and Student Mentor

    • Compound Studio

      Jan 2019 - now

      • Lead Designer

        May 2021 - now

      • Designer

        Jun 2020 - Apr 2021

      • Designer

        Jan 2019 - May 2020

    • Royal Canadian Institute of International Studies (RCIIS)

      Jun 2019 - Jan 2020
      ESL Teacher

    • University of Toronto

      Oct 2019 - May 2020
      First-Year Engineering Education Researcher

    • Enactus Canada

      Dec 2019 - Apr 2020
      Outreach Associate

    • INKspire

      Apr 2020 - Sept 2020
      Community Relations Manager

    • The Wellness Project NPO

      Mar 2021 - now
      Event Coordinator

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • TESOL

      OnTESOL
      Apr 2019

    • TEFL

      MyTEFL
      Sept 2017

  • Volunteer Experience

    • International Orientation Volunteer

      Issued by University of Waterloo on Sept 2016
      University of WaterlooAssociated with Simon Liu

    • Welcome Week Volunteer

      Issued by Federation of Students on Sept 2016
      Federation of StudentsAssociated with Simon Liu

    • Learning Center Helper

      Issued by Masti Ki Paathshala on Mar 2018
      Masti Ki PaathshalaAssociated with Simon Liu

    • International Canadian Student Network (ICSN) Internal Director

      Issued by Federation of Students on Jan 2017
      Federation of StudentsAssociated with Simon Liu

    • International Peer Community (IPC) Group Facilitator

      Issued by University of Waterloo on Sept 2016
      University of WaterlooAssociated with Simon Liu

    • International Canadian Student Network (ICSN) General Volunteer

      Issued by Federation of Students on Sept 2016
      Federation of StudentsAssociated with Simon Liu