I am a STEM research professional with a strong background in internet and academic research, data synthesis, and clear written communication. I excel at sourcing credible articles, answering complex research questions, and distilling information into accessible insights for public-facing content. I am passionate about science, history, and international events, and I enjoy collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to translate data into actionable recommendations. I am highly organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable working independently in remote settings.

Vaidika Pooran

I am a STEM research professional with a strong background in internet and academic research, data synthesis, and clear written communication. I excel at sourcing credible articles, answering complex research questions, and distilling information into accessible insights for public-facing content. I am passionate about science, history, and international events, and I enjoy collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to translate data into actionable recommendations. I am highly organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable working independently in remote settings.

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I am a STEM research professional with a strong background in internet and academic research, data synthesis, and clear written communication. I excel at sourcing credible articles, answering complex research questions, and distilling information into accessible insights for public-facing content.

I am passionate about science, history, and international events, and I enjoy collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to translate data into actionable recommendations. I am highly organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable working independently in remote settings.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Editor Intern at Impacts Magazine / CESaRE Journal of Caribbean Environmental Sciences and Renewable Energy
January 1, 2022 - Present
Reviewed, edited and fact-checked technical articles submitted for clarity, consistency, and quality prior to publication. Assisted with quality checks on references, formatting, and scientific terminology. Supported editorial workflows and adherence to publication standards and deadlines. Collaborated with authors and editors to resolve content gaps and improve clarity.
Associate Consultant at Advisors Next Door
March 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Contributed to the revision and update of Belize’s National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) by drafting structured sections of the report and ensuring alignment with global conservation frameworks. Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team and multiple stakeholders to analyze environmental data and support the formulation of actionable recommendations. Conducted technical and policy reviews to strengthen national strategies on biodiversity management and sustainability. Assisted in compiling and synthesizing qualitative and quantitative data for reporting purposes. Supported technical reviews and gap analyses for policy and strategy documents, including environmental and biodiversity frameworks. Supported procurement-related documentation and coordination of project resources. Maintained and organized project records.
Research Assistant (Laboratory) at Trinidad and Tobago Solid Waste Management Company Limited
January 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Conducted routine and non-routine laboratory analyses in accordance with established testing procedures and safety protocol. Assisted with sample preparation, labelling, storage and disposal, ensuring traceability, and compliance with laboratory standards. Performed quantitative and qualitative analyses of landfill gas samples using laboratory instruments. Recorded, reviewed, and validated test results, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and consistency. Prepared technical lab reports summarizing results, interpretations, and deviations from SOPs to improve data quality and research reliability. Supported investigations into process and sample deviations by compiling data and preparing summary notes. Ensured compliance with safety and quality control standards, demonstrating precision and attention to detail in laboratory operations.
Junior Research Officer at Basel Convention Regional Centre for Training and Technology Transfer for the Caribbean
June 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Supported the development of project documentation aligned with chemical management, waste, and environmental compliance frameworks. Assisted with tracking project activities, deliverables, and timelines to ensure reporting accuracy. Contributed to reviewing policy and technical documents for clarity, consistency, and alignment with international standards. Supported procurement-related documentation and coordination of project resources. Maintained and organized project records.
Research Analyst at Trinidad and Tobago Solid Waste Management Company Limited
August 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Conducted desk-based research on landfill gas utilization and waste-to-energy innovations. Compiled, analyzed, and interpreted data to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities. Supported documentation processes aligned with regulatory, environmental, and operation requirements. Compiled and analyzed data on by-products from waste conversion processes.

Education

BSc Chemistry and Industrial Chemistry at The University of the West Indies
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
CAPE and CSEC at St. Stephen’s College
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2017

Qualifications

Teach English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Enforcement of Chemical Legislation – UNITAR
January 1, 2022 - January 12, 2026
Plastic Waste and the Basel Convention – UN CC: Learn
January 1, 2022 - January 12, 2026
National Implementation and the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organics Pollutants – UN CC: Learn
January 1, 2022 - January 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Government, Life Sciences, Professional Services