Abhishek K J
Physics Lecturer and Research Scholar
Bengaluru
Summary
Dedicated and highly skilled experimental materials science researcher pursuing a PhD at the Surfaces and Interface Labs, CIIRC, Bengaluru. Demonstrates strong competency in the fabrication and characterization—both electrical and optical—of various metal oxide nanostructures.
Accomplished Physics Lecturer with three years of experience in preparing students for board and competitive exams, consistently achieving high student ratings through impressive subject knowledge and exceptional communication skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Lecturer, Physics
Taproot Group of Institutions
05.2023 - Current
- Presented engaging and interactive lectures on first and second year Physical concepts for PUC and CBSE curricula.
- Executed and facilitated laboratory experiments and projects for 1st year and 2nd year (PUC and CBSE) students
- formulation of test papers and evaluation of responses
- Delivered comprehensive preparatory sessions for Common Entrance Test (CET) aimed at 1st and 2nd year students.
- Developed and executed innovative teaching strategies utilizing 3D physics simulators and interactive online tools
Research Scholar
Visveswaraya Technological University
01.2022 - Current
- Conducted core research on semiconductor-related energy devices and photodetectors.
Focused on advancing technology in semiconductor energy applications.
Explored innovative solutions for photodetector efficiency and performance enhancements. - Conducted comprehensive literature reviews to identify gaps in existing knowledge and inform future research directions.
- Published numerous articles in top-tier academic journals, which have been widely cited by other scholars in various disciplines.
- Presented several poster presentations at many international and national symposiums.
Trainee
Surface and Interface Lab, CIIRC
12.2020 - 11.2021
- Trainee at Surface and Interface Lab, CIIRC, Thathaguni, Bengaluru.
- Conducted many training sessions on the analysis of x-ray diffraction results of nano-materials utilizing origin graphing software, image J and other related softwares.
Intern
Indian Institute of Astro-physics (IIA)
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Worked with Dr. K N Nagendra on the topic of polarization of Light on the Sun’s surface, at Indian Institute of Astro-physics (IIA).
Education
PhD - Semiconductor Devices
Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU)
03-2026
Master of Science - Physics
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
Manipal, Karnataka 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) - Physics, Mathematics and Geology
Sahyadri Science College (Auto)
Shivamogga, Karnataka01.2015
Skills
- Experienced educator in PUC and CBSE curricula
- Creative teaching methods
- Experience in CET exam preparation
- Experienced in conducting workshops/hands on training sessions on X-ray Diffraction data analysis
- Instructor for engineering skill development
- Basic MS Office, Excel and PowerPoint
References
Umananda, M Bhatta, Associate Professor, nandasringeri@gmail.com, 9972541525, CIIRC, Jyothy Institute of Technology, Bengaluru
Interests
Chess (University Player), Reading (Science Fiction, Indian philosophy), Badminton, Cricket
Publications
1. Abhishek, K. J., et al. "Effect of interfacial native oxide on the IV characteristics of ZnO/Si (111) heterojunction." Physica B: Condensed Matter 646 (2022): 414271.
2. Abhishek, K. J., & Bhatta, U. M. (2024). Ultraviolet photo-response properties of bush-like ZnO nanorods deposited by chemical bath deposition. Thin Solid Films, 789, 140189.
3. Abhishek, K. J., and Umananda M. Bhatta. "Electrical and photo-sensing properties of n-ZnO/p-Si (111) heterojunction and persistent conductivity." Solid State Communications 398 (2025): 115862.
Timeline
Lecturer, Physics
Taproot Group of Institutions
05.2023 - Current
Research Scholar
Visveswaraya Technological University
01.2022 - Current
Trainee
Surface and Interface Lab, CIIRC
12.2020 - 11.2021
Intern
Indian Institute of Astro-physics (IIA)
11.2019 - 03.2020
Master of Science - Physics
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
04.2001 -
PhD - Semiconductor Devices
Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU)
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) - Physics, Mathematics and Geology
Sahyadri Science College (Auto)
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