Khansaa Salhi

I am Khansaa, a fifth year undergraduate student in biochemistry and chemical engineering with experience in project management, teaching, administrative assistant and customer service experience.

Project Assistant – Financial Aid and Awards Service at University of Ottawa (Awards and Financial Aid Office - DMS) (2025-05 – Present)

• Support the implementation and functional testing of a new scholarship application system.
• Maintain accurate, structured documentation in compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure operational continuity.
• Provide customer service in a high-volume environment.
• Updated official documentation and conducted administrative follow-ups.

Teaching Assistant – GNG1503 at University of Ottawa (STEM Building) (2024-09 – 2025-12)

• Led interactive laboratory sessions for first- and second-year engineering students.
• Supervised and evaluated term projects for groups of up to 25 students.
• Supported client meetings to bridge theoretical coursework with real-world applications.
• Acted as a liaison between students and the professor to improve communication and engagement.
• Provided targeted academic support to enhance student performance.

Junior Officer of Academic Operations at University of Ottawa (Undergraduate Studies Office - FSS) (2025-01 – 2025-05)

• Handled document management, data entry, and student services to support academic operations.
• Provided accurate bilingual (EN/FR) support to students and staff.

Clerk – Awards and Scholarships Office at University of Ottawa (Awards and Financial Aid Office - DMS) (2023-05 – 2024-08)

• Responded to student inquiries via email, phone, and in person regarding awards and scholarships.
• Provided front-counter support and managed student award files.
• Collaborated with specialists to improve scholarship postings and internal processes.
• Updated and maintained scholarship terms of reference using MS Word and Excel.

Professors' Attendant – Convocation at University of Ottawa (2023-04 – 2024-08)

• Prepared and labeled academic regalia for professors prior to ceremonies.
• Assisted professors during the robing process to ensure a smooth convocation experience.
• Managed robe collection and storage post-ceremony.

Project Manager – CEED (GNG1503) at University of Ottawa (STEM Building) (2023-01 – 2024-05)

• Researched innovative tools to optimize engineering design and conceptualization processes.
• Participated in client meetings and contributed to project planning and execution.
• Fostered positive team dynamics and resolved conflicts throughout the semester.
• Ensured collaborative and productive project environments.

Honours BSc in Biochemistry & BASc in Chemical Engineering (Biotechnology) in Biochemistry and Chemical Engineering – University of Ottawa (2021 – 2027-04)

High School Diploma – High Honours in Experimental Sciences in Experimental Sciences – Elbilia Collège Lycée (2021-06)