Riya Agarwal

Dedicated and accomplished Educator with an M.Tech in Biomedical Engineering from Delhi Technological University (DTU) and a B.Tech in Biotechnology, possessing over 5 years of university teaching, academic mentoring, and curriculum delivery experience. Proven expertise in teaching Biology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, and General Science across senior secondary (ISC/CBSE) and undergraduate collegiate levels. Recognized for high academic distinction (GATE All India Rank 165), student-centric pedagogy, practical laboratory instruction, and comprehensive board/competitive examination preparation.

Expert in fostering conceptual clarity, scientific inquiry, and academic excellence in diverse student cohorts.

Team Leader & Agency Development Manager (Training & Development) at Canara HSBC & Axis Max Life (2024-01 – Present)

• Headed structured orientation programs, skill-building workshops, and communication coaching for adult learners and advisors.
• Refined advanced communication, group facilitation, conflict resolution, and motivational leadership skills applicable to modern institutional teaching.

Assistant Professor & Academic Mentor at SRIMT, Lucknow (2023-09 – 2024-08)

• Delivered core subject lectures, interactive tutorials, and laboratory coursework in technical biotechnology and applied life science subjects.
• Formulated semester lesson plans, learning outcomes, assignment rubrics, and internal examination question papers.
• Conducted personalized doubt-clearing sessions and remedial tutorials for underperforming students, driving marked grade improvements.
• Mentored student cohorts on scientific inquiry, project exhibitions, and academic symposium presentations.

Assistant Professor & Academic Mentor at SRIMT, Lucknow (2017-07 – 2018-01)

• Delivered core subject lectures, interactive tutorials, and laboratory coursework in technical biotechnology and applied life science subjects.
• Formulated semester lesson plans, learning outcomes, assignment rubrics, and internal examination question papers.
• Conducted personalized doubt-clearing sessions and remedial tutorials for underperforming students, driving marked grade improvements.
• Mentored student cohorts on scientific inquiry, project exhibitions, and academic symposium presentations.

Research-cum-Teaching Fellow at Institute of Engineering & Technology (IET), Lucknow (2019-03 – 2022-02)

• Delivered instructional lectures and led practical laboratory sessions for engineering undergraduate students in scientific coursework.
• Supervised laboratory experiments, equipment operation, safety compliance, and scientific documentation for student batches.
• Collaborated with senior faculty members on curriculum updates, academic evaluations, and departmental examination coordination.

Assistant Professor & Student Engagement Coordinator at BNCET, Lucknow (2018-02 – 2019-03)

• Taught assigned undergraduate classes, translating complex biological and technological theories into accessible conceptual frameworks.
• Conducted parent-teacher conferences, monitored academic progression, and provided actionable guidance on student performance.
• Organized co-curricular science events, quizzes, and educational seminars to stimulate scientific curiosity.

M.Tech in Biomedical Engineering – Delhi Technological University (DTU) (2016)

B.Tech in Biotechnology – Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology for Handicapped (2013)

Senior Secondary in Science / PCB – Mercy Memorial School, Kanpur (2008)

High School in ICSE – Mercy Memorial School, Kanpur (2006)