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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Additional Information
LANGUAGES
References
Timeline
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Mahsa Namvari

Espoo

Summary

PhD in materials science and engineering with experience in lab supervision and hands-on work with composite materials, metals, and additive manufacturing. Skilled in failure analysis, technology development, and research in both academic and industrial projects. Interested in using materials expertise to support sustainable solutions in energy and manufacturing industries.

Hard-working Supervisor with exceptional experience leading teams, delivering results and exceeding expectations. Creative and motivated leader adept at utilizing exceptional design and planning strengths to accomplish complex projects. Skilled in teaching new concepts and best practice strategies.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supervisor of Structural analysis lab

Metso
01.2025 - Current


  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Led team meetings to discuss project updates and address challenges proactively.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Trained new employees on equipment use and safety protocols to ensure consistency.
  • Led successful project completions under tight deadlines, coordinating effectively across multiple teams.
  • Experienced and hands-on in materialography techniques for microstructural analysis and quality assessment.

Doctoral Researcher

Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology
01.2021 - 12.2024
  • Developed magnetic alloys for different application, optimizing alloy chemistry and process parameters.
  • Investigated the relationships between process conditions and resulting microstructures and mechanical properties.
  • Designed and fabricated prototype samples for actuation/sensing applications using Ni-Mn-Ga-based materials.
  • Applied EBSD, SEM, XRD, and VSM to analyze microstructure-property behavior across different thermal and mechanical treatments.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to design and implement innovative research methodologies.
  • Mentored researchers on best practices in experimental design and data analysis techniques.

Visiting Researcher

University of Pittsburgh
05.2023 - 07.2023


  • Collaborated with faculty on grant proposals, enhancing funding opportunities for research projects.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Visiting Researcher

Charles University
10.2022 - 11.2022
  • Aided in the expansion of single crystal production for advanced material examination.
  • Alloy research and development for metal additive manufacturing process.

Visiting Researcher

UPV/EHU University of Basque Country
03.2022 - 04.2022
  • Contributed to experimental design and execution for tensile tests of magnetic alloys.

Education

PhD - Material Science and Engineering (Materials Physics)

Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology
12.2024

Master's - Materials Engineering

Tabriz University
01.2016

Bachelor's - Materials Engineering- Metallurgy

Tabriz University
01.2013

Skills

  • Metallic and ceramic materials selection and design
  • Expert in materials for magnets
  • Design and fabrication of advanced alloys
  • Materialography Expert
  • X-ray Diffractometer (XRD)
  • Low-field AC magnetic susceptibility (LMS)
  • X-ray Fluorescence (XRF)
  • Vibrating -sample Magnetometer (VSM)
  • Scanning electron Microscope (SEM)
  • Electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD)
  • Data analysis
  • Heat-treatment of metals
  • Mechanical Behavior of Materials
  • Nano-material synthesis
  • Projects Development
  • Team Collaboration
  • Research Planning
  • Experiment Design
  • Troubleshooting
  • Quantitative analysis
  • Project management and risk management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Goal oriented
  • Staff management
  • Attention to detail
  • Employee motivation
  • Decision-making
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Staff development
  • Process monitoring and improvement
  • Project planning

Certification

  • Emil Aaltosen säätiö incentive grant 5000 €
  • Fully funded PhD scholarship from LUT-PHYSICS. 2021-2024
  • Materialography expert certificate, Struers

Additional Information

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scriptamat.2022.115116

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cirpj.2023.12.001

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2023.169184

https://doi.org/10.1007/s10854-017-8051-7

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.addma.2024.104328

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2023.172424

https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-443-16144-5.00008-9

https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-443-33395-8.00006-9

https://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-952-412-175-0

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2024.175994


LANGUAGES

English: First Language
Finnish: B2
Upper Intermediate (B2)

References

Dr Kari Ullakko Kari.ullakko@lut.fi +35850410537


Ville, Laitinen, ville.laitinen@lut.fi, +358504068036


Dr Panja Luukka, Panja.Luukka@lut.fi, +358504288290


Timeline

Supervisor of Structural analysis lab

Metso
01.2025 - Current

Visiting Researcher

University of Pittsburgh
05.2023 - 07.2023

Visiting Researcher

Charles University
10.2022 - 11.2022

Visiting Researcher

UPV/EHU University of Basque Country
03.2022 - 04.2022

Doctoral Researcher

Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology
01.2021 - 12.2024

Master's - Materials Engineering

Tabriz University

Bachelor's - Materials Engineering- Metallurgy

Tabriz University

PhD - Material Science and Engineering (Materials Physics)

Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology

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