Shaheen Mahmood

Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant @George Mason University - College Of Engineering And Computing

Fairfax, VA, US

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, I conduct recitation classes for undergraduate students, focusing on problem-solving through interactive sessions. I also hold regular office hours to provide additional academic support. This role has strengthened my communication skills and ability to engage students in collaborative learning.As a Graduate Research Assistant, I focus on experimental and analytical research in tribology, surface contact mechanics, and advanced materials. My responsibilities include preparing metallic samples, conducting tribological testing to evaluate friction and wear performance, and characterizing microstructures using SEM, EBSD, and EDS techniques. I also carry out room-temperature and high-temperature creep testing to study material performance under different loading conditions. This role has enhanced my expertise in advanced material evaluation, microscopy, and mechanical testing.