Hassan Majiya

PhD Materials Scientist & Lecturer

Sheffield, UK.

About

Highly accomplished PhD Materials Scientist and Lecturer with over a decade of experience in advanced chemical research, environmental remediation, and academic instruction. Specializing in the development of novel composite materials for heavy metal removal, I leverage expertise in analytical chemistry, materials characterization, and chemometrics to drive impactful environmental solutions. Proven leader in designing and delivering comprehensive chemistry curricula, supervising research projects, and securing competitive grants, poised to contribute cutting-edge scientific insight and educational leadership.

Work

Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University

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Lecturer II

Lapai, Niger State, Nigeria

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Summary

Leads comprehensive chemistry instruction and research supervision for undergraduate and postgraduate programs, fostering student development and academic excellence.

Highlights

Delivered core chemistry modules to diverse undergraduate and postgraduate students, enhancing foundational knowledge and advanced analytical skills.

Supervised numerous final-year undergraduate and postgraduate students on research projects, guiding successful thesis completion and fostering independent research capabilities.

Developed and updated course materials to reflect current advancements in chemistry, ensuring curriculum relevance and student engagement.

Sheffield Hallam University

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Specialist-Visiting-Lecturer (Casual)

Sheffield, England, UK

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Summary

Provided specialized instruction and assessment in materials science and advanced research methodologies to university students.

Highlights

Taught and assessed the 'Fundamental Materials and Manufacturing-NYLON' module for undergraduate Chemical and Materials Engineering students, improving comprehension of complex material properties.

Delivered the postgraduate-level 'Research Methods and Dissertation' module to MSc students, equipping multiple cohorts with critical research design and execution skills.

Contributed to curriculum development by integrating practical applications and case studies into module content, enhancing student engagement.

Sheffield Hallam University

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Laboratory Demonstrator (Casual)

Sheffield, England, UK

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Summary

Organized and supervised practical chemistry laboratory sessions, ensuring a safe and effective learning environment for undergraduate students.

Highlights

Organized and demonstrated numerous chemistry laboratory sessions for undergraduate students, facilitating hands-on learning and practical skill development.

Ensured strict adherence to safety protocols and proper equipment usage, maintaining a secure and productive learning environment.

Provided individualized guidance and feedback to students during experiments, significantly improving experimental technique and data analysis skills.

Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University

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Senior Tutor II

Lapai, Niger State, Nigeria

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Summary

Instructed A-level students in physical and organic chemistry and managed essential laboratory practicals, contributing to academic success.

Highlights

Taught and assessed physical and organic chemistry modules for A-level students, contributing to a high pass rate and successful university admissions.

Organized and supervised chemistry laboratory sessions, enhancing students' practical skills and understanding of experimental methodologies.

Provided academic support and mentorship to students, fostering a deeper engagement with complex chemical concepts.

Education

Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield, England, UK
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PhD Materials Science

Courses

Thesis: Remediation of Heavy Metals from Water using Modified Clay-Chitosan Composites

Developed functional composites from bentonite clays and chitosan biopolymers, effectively removing toxic metals from water.

Provided novel insights into interactions between bentonite clays and chitosan biopolymers, as well as their role as adsorbents for pollution control.

Ahmadu Bello University

Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria
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M.Sc Analytical Chemistry

Usmanu Danfodio University

Sokoto, Sokoto State, Nigeria
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Postgraduate Diploma Education

Ahmadu Bello University

Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria
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B.Sc (Hons) Chemistry

Awards

Researcher Collaboration Grant

Royal Society of Chemistry

Awarded £5000 as Principal Investigator for a research collaboration visit to Sheffield Hallam University, independently writing the successful research proposal.

Best PhD Oral Presentation Award

Clay Minerals Group of the Mineralogical Society of the UK and Ireland

Recognized for outstanding oral presentation at the Clay Minerals Group meeting, demonstrating excellence in scientific communication.

Tetfund-Nigeria Overseas PhD Scholarship

Tetfund-Nigeria

Received 4 years of full financial support for PhD studies (2018-2022) based on an independently written research proposal.

Overseas Conference Award

Tetfund-Nigeria

Secured funding for travel expenses to attend the 13th International Conference on Biogeochemistry of Trace Elements in Fukuoka, Japan, through an independently submitted proposal.

Tetfund-Nigeria Local MSc Scholarship

Tetfund-Nigeria

Provided financial support for tuition and expenses during MSc studies (2012-2015), secured by an independently written research proposal.

Publications

Iron-modified Bentonite-Chitosan composites for effective removal of arsenic ions from aqueous solutions

Manuscript in Preparation

Co-authored manuscript detailing research on iron-modified Bentonite-Chitosan composites for arsenic removal, currently in preparation for submission to a peer-reviewed journal.

A chemometric approach using I-optimal design for optimising Pb (II) removal using Bentonite-Chitosan composites and beads

J. Environ. Manage.

Co-authored peer-reviewed publication detailing a chemometric approach with I-optimal design for optimizing Pb (II) removal using novel Bentonite-Chitosan composites and beads.

Bentonite-Chitosan composites or beads for lead (Pb) adsorption: Design, preparation, and characterisation

Appl. Clay Sci.

Co-authored peer-reviewed publication on the design, preparation, and characterization of Bentonite-Chitosan composites for lead adsorption, contributing to advanced materials science.

Languages

English

Skills

Analytical Techniques

Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), X-ray Diffraction (XRD), X-ray Fluorescence (XRF), ICP-OES, OMNIC Software, STARe Software, PANalytical X'Pert PRO Software, Rigaku SmartLab Software, Agilent ICP Expert Software.

Materials Synthesis & Characterization

Blending, Chemical Grafting, Crosslinking, Intercalation, Batch Adsorption, Column Adsorption, Composite Development, Biopolymer Modification.

Data Analysis & Modeling

Chemometrics, Statistical Design-of-Experiments (DoE), Non-linear Modelling, Equilibrium Isotherms, Kinetics, Thermodynamics, Data Interpretation.

Research & Project Management

Research Proposal Writing, Literature Review, Experimental Design, Scientific Writing, Project Management, Time Management, Deadline Management, Problem Solving.

Teaching & Mentorship

Curriculum Development, Module Delivery, Student Supervision, Laboratory Instruction, Assessment, Mentoring, Academic Support.

Communication

Oral Presentations, Technical Communication, Conference Presentations, Seminar Delivery, Scientific Dissemination.

Software & Tools

Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, ChemDraw, Mendeley Reference-Manager.

Interests

Professional Affiliations

Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry (MRSC), Clay Minerals Group of Mineralogical Society of the UK and Ireland (Student Member).

Projects

Oral Presentation at 17th International Clay Conference

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Summary

Delivered an oral presentation on advanced materials for environmental remediation at a major international conference in Istanbul, Turkey.

Poster Presentation at Analytical Research Forum (ARF)

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Summary

Showcased innovative research findings via a poster presentation at the Royal Society of Chemistry's Analytical Research Forum in the United Kingdom.

Oral Presentation at MERI Research Symposium

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Summary

Delivered an oral presentation on ongoing research at Sheffield Hallam University's internal MERI Research Symposium.

Poster Presentation at Trans-disciplinary Research Meeting

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Summary

Contributed to a collaborative trans-disciplinary research meeting through a poster presentation, co-sponsored by the Clay Minerals Group and the Environmental Chemistry Group.