RÉSUMÉ

Academic & professional path

Physics student and researcher with experience in quantum sensing, laboratory work, tutoring, and community engagement.

Maya Baalbaki

Beirut, Lebanon · mwb13@mail.aub.edu · +961 81 021 189

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EDUCATION

American University of Beirut

B.S. in Physics · 2022–2026

Coursework and academic work in theoretical and experimental physics, mathematics, electromagnetic theory, quantum physics, optics, and scientific computing.

Quantum Sensing Research Program · Completed

Dr. Mahdi Chehimi · 2025–2026

  • Completed experimental research on quantum sensing with Rydberg atoms.
  • Supported setup, instrumentation, data collection, signal characterization, and spectral analysis.

Plasma Physics Research

Prof. Antar · 2025

  • Worked on magnetic-field mapping and wave/dispersion-related topics for a coil and stellarator-oriented setup.
  • Presented at the Al Nour School for Plasma Physics in Jordan.

EXPERIENCE

Teaching Intern · Let’s Graduate Center

Two-week internship · 2:00–6:00 p.m., four days per week

  • Taught in a classroom setting and supported students with structured lessons and explanations.
  • Developed classroom-management, pacing, communication, and student-engagement skills.

Lab Assistant Intern · KAS CRSL

June–August 2025

  • Supported research and technical training sessions, laboratory documentation, and safety procedures.
  • Edited and streamlined Standard Operating Procedures.

Private Tutor · Mathematics & Physics

2023–Present

  • Designs personalized lessons for school and university-level learners.
  • Explains complex concepts through clear visual and step-by-step methods.

Work-Study Assistant · AUB Art Gallery

2025–Present

  • Supports exhibitions, events, visitor engagement, and daily operations.

LEADERSHIP & SERVICE

Vice President, AUB Korean Cultural Club · Educational volunteering with Paper Airplanes and MMKN · Community engagement with Nabad Al Madina, AUBMC, Dar Al Aytam, and Thaki.

SKILLS & LANGUAGES

Research: laboratory assistance, data collection, spectroscopy, SOP editing, scientific communication.

Technical: Python, Java, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Adobe Premiere.

Languages: Arabic (native), English (fluent), French (fluent), Turkish (intermediate).