I am Salonee Shital, a political science scholar and educator currently pursuing a PhD at the University of Auckland. I have four semesters of experience as a graduate teaching assistant across level one and level three courses, delivering four to five tutorials per week, and I enjoy helping students think critically about politics and governance. Beyond the classroom, I have field research experience with UN Women and Pradan, contribute to editorial projects, and engage with student communities as a representative. I thrive in environments that blend teaching with mentoring and social responsibility.

Salonee Shital

I am Salonee Shital, a political science scholar and educator currently pursuing a PhD at the University of Auckland. I have four semesters of experience as a graduate teaching assistant across level one and level three courses, delivering four to five tutorials per week, and I enjoy helping students think critically about politics and governance. Beyond the classroom, I have field research experience with UN Women and Pradan, contribute to editorial projects, and engage with student communities as a representative. I thrive in environments that blend teaching with mentoring and social responsibility.

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I am Salonee Shital, a political science scholar and educator currently pursuing a PhD at the University of Auckland. I have four semesters of experience as a graduate teaching assistant across level one and level three courses, delivering four to five tutorials per week, and I enjoy helping students think critically about politics and governance.

Beyond the classroom, I have field research experience with UN Women and Pradan, contribute to editorial projects, and engage with student communities as a representative. I thrive in environments that blend teaching with mentoring and social responsibility.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Research Assistant at Faculty of Arts, University of Auckland
December 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023
Supported academic research in political science, performed literature reviews, data collection, and administrative tasks to assist project progress.
Graduate Teaching Assistant at University of Auckland
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Taught four semesters across Pol 106, Pol 107 and Pol 315; led tutorials (4-5 per week) and supported course delivery and assessment.
Resident Advisor at Accommodation Solutions (at University of Auckland)
February 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Provided pastoral care and community support to resident students; mentored peers and assisted with residential life administration.
Student Representative at Jawaharlal Nehru University, Gender Sensitization Committee against Sexual Harassment
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
Represented approximately 8,000 students on gender sensitization issues; contributed to policy discussions and student welfare initiatives.
Co-editor at Indiaresists.com
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Co-editor responsible for content curation and publication; contributed articles in 2017.
Content Contributor at EdEx Live
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Contributed content to EdEx Live (national newspaper).

Education

PhD candidate in political science and international relations at University of Auckland
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
M.Phil. at Jawaharlal Nehru University
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
MA in Political Science with specialization in International Relations at Jawaharlal Nehru University
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
BA in Political Science (Hons) at Indraprastha College for Women, University of Delhi
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services