Kimara Naicker
Machine Learning Researcher At University Of KwaZulu-Natal
Durban, South Africa ,South Africa
Summary
Investigative Physicist ready to accept increasingly complex data science and analysis challenges. Methodical, efficient and quality-driven with a strong understanding of real-world applications of physics theories and principles. Driven to expand experience through hands-on training and contribute to team success.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Mentee
Quantum Open Source Foundation
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Develop open source Python package which uses Tket framework to compile quantum circuits integrated with automatic differentiation ability of PennyLane
Teaching Assistant
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Durban, South Africa
02.2019 - 12.2020
- Teach undergraduate Physics and facilitate practical sessions
Research Assistant
Durban University of Technology
Durban, South Africa
08.2018 - 09.2018
- Facilitate undergraduate Physics and Mathematics tutorial sessions
Intern
European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN)
Geneva, Switzerland
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Set up and conduct Mössbauer experiments at ISOLDE facility
Education
Ph.D. -
University Of KwaZulu-Natal
Durban, South Africa 09.2019 - Current
Master of Science - Physics
University Of KwaZulu-Natal
Durban, South Africa 01.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science Honours - Physics
University Of KwaZulu-Natal
Durban, South Africa 01.2017 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics And Physics
University Of KwaZulu-Natal
Durban, South Africa 01.2014 - 12.2016
National Senior Certificate -
Kingsway High School
Amanzimtoti, South Africa 01.2009 - 12.2013
Primary Education -
Isipingo Hills Primary School
Durban, South Africa 01.2001 - 12.2008
Skills
Quantum mechanics
undefinedConferences & Workshops Attended
- AI Expo (September 2020)
Title: Quantum-enabled business advantage
- CHPC and NITheP summer school (February 2020)
- International conference on hyperfine interactions and their applications (February 2020)
Title: Study of Barium doped Bismuth Ferrite employing Mössbauer spectroscopy
- CHPC and NITheP summer school (February 2019)
- Postgraduate research and innovation symposium (October 2018)
Title: Study of BBFO employing Mössbauer spectroscopy
Award: First place in MSc oral presentation category
Organisations
- UKZN data@breakfast
Member of the organising team of a webinar series to discuss topics at the forefront of big data, AI, quantum computing, machine learning and more
Timeline
Mentee
Quantum Open Source Foundation
11.2020 - 01.2021
Ph.D. -
University Of KwaZulu-Natal
09.2019 - Current
Teaching Assistant
University of KwaZulu-Natal
02.2019 - 12.2020
Research Assistant
Durban University of Technology
08.2018 - 09.2018
Intern
European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN)
06.2018 - 09.2018
Master of Science - Physics
University Of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science Honours - Physics
University Of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2017 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics And Physics
University Of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2014 - 12.2016
National Senior Certificate -
Kingsway High School
01.2009 - 12.2013
Primary Education -
Isipingo Hills Primary School
01.2001 - 12.2008
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