Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Publications and conferences
Languages
Hobbies and Interests
Disclaimer
AREAS OF INTEREST
Timeline
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Neha Pandey

Chandigarh

Summary

Ambitious postdoctoral research fellow seeking to deepen knowledge by completing independent research projects. Experienced in using advanced techniques and methods with an in-depth understanding of correct research procedures.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Research Fellow & Lecturer (English Literature and Linguistics)

Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector 11, Chandigarh
Chandigarh
01.2019 - Current
  • Currently teaching undergraduate courses in Linguistics and English Literature
  • Engaged in academic mentoring, departmental seminars, and curriculum delivery.
  • Pursuing doctoral research under UGC-JRF.

Freelance English Language and Communication Trainer

01.2016 - Current
  • Over 7 years of experience teaching English to learners across demographics — school students, job seekers, and working professionals
  • Delivered customized modules in spoken English, grammar, personality development, and academic writing

IELTS Trainer & Content Developer

Prepcademy, Gurgaon
Gurgaon
03.2021 - 09.2021
  • Conducted individualized online sessions across all IELTS modules.
  • 6 months
  • Designed engaging lesson plans for IELTS preparation courses.
  • Delivered interactive classroom sessions to enhance student language skills.

Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty)

Sri Guru Gobind Singh College (Khalsa College), Chandigarh
Chandigarh
01.2020 - 06.2020
  • Taught English literature to undergraduate students in
  • Mentored students to support their academic goals and career aspirations.
  • Facilitated interactive discussions to enhance student participation and critical thinking.

IELTS Trainer (Speaking & Writing)

Towns Centre Language Academy, Chandigarh
Chandigarh
01.2018 - 07.2018
  • Taught speaking and writing modules.
  • 6 months.
  • Conducted practice speaking sessions to enhance students' communication skills.
  • Evaluated student progress through regular assessments and feedback sessions.

IELTS & Personality Development Trainer

Berkeley Overseas, Chandigarh
Chandigarh
  • Delivered training in all four IELTS modules
  • Conducted spoken English and soft skills workshops
  • 6 months

Education

Ph.D. - Cultural Studies

Panjab University
Chandigarh
07.2025

M.A. - English and Cultural Studies

Panjab University
Chandigarh
01.2019

B.A. (Hons.) - English Literature

Delhi University
01.2016

Senior Secondary (10+2) - CBSE

N.S. Public School
Noida
01.2013

Matriculation (10th) - CBSE

N.S. Public School
Noida
01.2011

Skills

  • Academic research
  • Curriculum development
  • Effective communication
  • Language instruction

Certification

  • UGC-NET Qualified – 2017, 2019
  • JRF Qualified – 2019
  • GATE (English Literature) – 2021

Publications and conferences

Publications Conference Presentations

2025

  • “Negotiating Commodification and Singularity: Artistic Shift from Pattachitra to Kalighat Paintings”, Dialog Journal, Issue 44

2023

  • “Appropriation of Collective Memory Through Digital Media: Statue of Unity and Digital Campaigns”, IJRAR

2022

  • “Postmodernist Tendencies and Hyperreality in Westworld”, published as a book chapter in Mapping the Shifting Paradigms of Postmodern Society, AIFEST E-book

2025

  • “Language, Literature and Cultural Plurality” — Presented at Language, Literature, and Cultural Plurality Conference, Panjab University

2024

  • “Aesthetics of Street Art and Governmentality in the Indian Landscape” — Presented at PRISM National Conference, Christ University, Bangalore

2023

  • “Collective Memory and Digital Media” — Presented at National Seminar on Contemporary Aesthetics and Technology, PGGCG-11, Chandigarh
  • “Decolonising Public Space Through Street Art” — Presented at National Conference, Arya PG College, Panipat

2022

  • “Postmodernist Tendencies and Hyperreality in Westworld” — Presented at AIFEST International Conference

Languages

English – Fluent, Hindi – Fluent, Punjabi – Intermediate

Hobbies and Interests

Critical Reading, Listening to Podcasts (Literature, Pedagogy, Cultural Studies), Playing Chess

Disclaimer

I hereby declare that the information provided above is accurate and true to the best of my knowledge. I take full responsibility for the authenticity of the details mentioned.

AREAS OF INTEREST

  • Cultural and Visual Studies
  • Digital Humanities
  • Aesthetics and Politics
  • Postcolonial and Dalit Literatures
  • Language Pedagogy and Linguistics
  • Gender, Iconography, and Representation

Timeline

IELTS Trainer & Content Developer

Prepcademy, Gurgaon
03.2021 - 09.2021

Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty)

Sri Guru Gobind Singh College (Khalsa College), Chandigarh
01.2020 - 06.2020

Senior Research Fellow & Lecturer (English Literature and Linguistics)

Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector 11, Chandigarh
01.2019 - Current

IELTS Trainer (Speaking & Writing)

Towns Centre Language Academy, Chandigarh
01.2018 - 07.2018

Freelance English Language and Communication Trainer

01.2016 - Current

IELTS & Personality Development Trainer

Berkeley Overseas, Chandigarh

Ph.D. - Cultural Studies

Panjab University

M.A. - English and Cultural Studies

Panjab University

B.A. (Hons.) - English Literature

Delhi University

Senior Secondary (10+2) - CBSE

N.S. Public School

Matriculation (10th) - CBSE

N.S. Public School
Neha Pandey