JAIME VILLALOBOS, Ph.D.
***************@*****.***
Riverview, FL 33569
The promotion of high-quality education drives societal progress. In my doctoral training at the University of Texas at Dallas, I cultivated a profound comprehension of physics principles while refining my analytical and problem-solving prowess. Focused on experimental physics, my research endeavors empowered me to seamlessly bridge theoretical knowledge with practical applications.
My tenure as an academic administrator further fortified my communication and organizational competencies, nurturing within me a dedication to cultivating interactive learning environments. As an educator, and as a mentor, guiding, both undergraduate and graduate students has endowed me with a profound appreciation for the transformative influence of exemplary education. Moreover, my corporate experience has enriched my adaptability and broadened my perspective, equipping me to thrive in diverse professional settings. Beyond my academic achievements, I am deeply committed to community engagement, aspiring to ignite enthusiasm for quality education, critical thinking, and innovation wherever I am.
EDUCATION:
Degrees obtained: Ph.D and M.Sc.
Institution: THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS
Location: Richardson, TX
From Aug 1980 to Dec 1988
Field Of Study: Physics GPA 3.83/4.0
Official grades are available at the Dean’s Office on the Dale Mabry Campus of HCC. As a graduate student, I had the privilege of collaborating with Dr. Polykarp Kush, a Nobel Laureate in Physics.
Other Courses:
Degree obtained: Manager of Technology
Institution: SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND ADMINISTRATION, EAN Location: Bogotá, Colombia,
From Sep 2000 to mar 2001
Field Of Study: Administration of technology
I acquired expertise in managing technological challenges within the industry. WORK EXPERIENCE:
Job Title: Adjunct Instructor
Institution: HILLSBOROUGH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Location: Dale Mabry Campus, Tampa, Florida, USA.
From May 13 2024 to July 22 2024
Role Description: I worked as the Adjunct Instructor for PHY 1025, overseeing both the theory and laboratory sections in Summer 2024. I used Canvas to facilitate the course content. My duties involved teaching theoretical concepts, organizing laboratory sessions, and grading both parts of the course. Job Title: Associate Professor
Institution: UNIVERSIDAD NACIONAL DE COLOMBIA
Location: Bogota, Colombia, South America
From Aug 1997 to Dec 31 2023
Role Description: I offer more than 25 years of experience in scientific research and teaching physics at both undergraduate and graduate levels in university settings. I have spearheaded the organization of science fairs aimed at fostering educational engagement. In addition to my teaching and administrative roles, I have actively contributed to scientific endeavors in ionospheric physics, space weather, and metrology, facilitating collaboration and advancement in these fields. Throughout my career, I have successfully secured funding for numerous research projects, demonstrating my proficiency in acquiring grants
My academic responsibilities included mentoring students and teaching various academic courses, such as:
Introductory General Physics Undergraduate level
Mathematics (algebra, calculus, diff equations) Undergraduate and Graduate level
Mechanics Undergraduate and Graduate level
Electromagnetism Undergraduate and Graduate level
Fluids BioMedical undergraduate students
Solid State Physics Graduated level of physics
Electronics Undergraduate physics students
Theory of Semiconductors Graduate physics and undergraduate engineering
Modern Physics Graduate and undergraduate level
Metrology Graduate and Undergraduate levels
Space Weather & ionosphere Graduate and undergraduate level
Experience teaching physics to students with vision disabilities
Some courses were taught simultaneously in English and Spanish
Observe a brief sample of my performance in the classroom at this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qrzjZVtU1CSquLnIq8_dNZXZU8tttmVT/view?usp=sharing Job Title: Chair of Physics Department
Institution: PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD JAVERIANA (Pontifical Catholic University) Location: Bogotá D.C., Colombia,
From Feb 1994 to Aug 1997
Role Description: I served as the Chair of the Physics Department, overseeing both administrative duties and teaching responsibilities. Additionally, I was tasked with managing the curriculum program for the physics major.
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Job Title: Postdoctoral & Invitated Scientist
Institution: UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS, UNT
Location: Denton, TX,
From Aug 1991 to Aug 1993
Role Description: As a result of this research, we announced the discovery of a novel amorphous phase in photoluminescent porous silicon.
Job Title: Vice-President of R&D
Institution: ELECTRICAL GENERATION TECHNOLOGY Inc, EGT. Location: Dallas, TX,
From Sep 1988 to Nov 1991
Role Description: I was involved in bidding on new projects, personnel management, and designing electrical control systems for the development of technology used in water treatment plants. CANAL YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iy7r7GDHG3c&list=PLEFSXJAu0PskNcv2s_BHhgQrgDx29NFPd LAST SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS:
Title: Statistical Analysis of TEC Distributions Observed Over South and Central America Radio Science link: https://agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1029/2018RS006725 - Jan 25 2020 Vol 55 issue 1 Title: Evidencing Fluid Migration of the Crust during the Seismic Swarm by Using 1D Magnetotelluric Monitoring
Applied Sciences link: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/13/4/2683 - Feb 19 2023 Vol 13 Issue 4 MORE PUBLICATIONS: 2 books, scientific papers, transcripts, available upon request RECOMMENDATIONS: -more are available upon request- Dr Robert Glosser, FMR Chairman Physics Programs, University of Texas at Dallas Dr Hamid Rassoul, Distinguished University Professor, FMR Dean College of Science, Florida Tech. Dr Austing Cunningham, FMR Dean of Science, UT Dallas. Finished Unpublished academic books. V42