Esra Mohammed Shrif

I am a physicist and educator with expertise in high-energy particle physics, data analysis, and scientific research. I have advanced analytical and statistical skills, along with significant experience in data-driven decision-making. With a solid background in teaching physics and mathematics at both high school and university levels, I am passionate about contributing to research and education projects that expand scientific knowledge and deliver practical solutions.

Research and Telesurvey Advisor at Vodafone Qatar (2023-06 – Present)

• Conduct tele-surveys to collect data on a wide range of products and services, ensuring accuracy and integrity.
• Prepare comprehensive reports that summarize findings and trends based on survey results.
• Provide data-driven research insights and recommendations.

Lecturer (Remote since May 2023) at University of Khartoum (2022-04 – Present)

• Teaching Physics and Mathematics to undergraduate students.
• Coordinated physics lab sessions and supervised undergraduate projects.
• Revised and edited physics laboratory manuals for first- to third-year students.
• Supported exam preparation and assessed student performance.

Secondary School Physics & Mathematics Teacher at Faculty of Education, University of Khartoum (2020-08 – 2023-05)

• Taught Physics and Mathematics through digital tools and practical laboratory experiments.
• Supported exam preparation and assessed student performance.

Teaching Assistant at University of the Witwatersrand (2016-01 – 2020-12)

• Tutored Physics, Mathematics, and Computer Science courses.
• Co-supervised student research projects and managed laboratory demonstrations.
• Supported examination processes, including invigilation, grading, and preparation of exam rooms.

Teaching Assistant at University of Khartoum (2012-10 – 2014-08)

• Tutored Physics, Mathematics, and Computer Science courses.
• Co-supervised student research projects and managed laboratory demonstrations.
• Supported examination processes, including invigilation, grading, and preparation of exam rooms.

Researcher at University of the Witwatersrand (2018-01 – 2021-12)

• Analyzed high-energy protons collision data produced by the ATLAS experiment at the LHC at CERN.
• Conducted research for new particles beyond the Standard Model, testing theoretical predictions and exploring potential extensions to established physics frameworks.
• Employed advanced statistical techniques to interpret datasets and enhance signal extraction from background noise.
• I used Monte Carlo simulations in modeling particle interactions, detector responses, and collisions.
• I conducted a search for heavy resonance decaying into di-photons in association with b-tagged jets.
• Presented research at international conferences and published in peer-reviewed journals.

Ph.D. in High Energy Experimental Particle Physics – University of the Witwatersrand (2018 – 2022)

M.Sc. in Theoretical Physics – University of the Witwatersrand (2016 – 2017)

M.Sc. in Mathematical Sciences – African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) in collaboration with Stellenbosch University (2014 – 2015)

B.Sc. & Education in Physics & Mathematics – University of Khartoum (2007 – 2011)