SAKET KUMAR ARYA
Gandhinagar
Summary
Assistant Professor with 1 year of experience successfully contributing to History curriculum development and delivery at Gujarat National Law University, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Driven to contribute to program outcomes by facilitating engagement and supporting learning objectives. Enthusiastic professional with background in academic advisement. Submitted PhD at the Centre for Historical Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University, on the topic “Cinema and Political Propaganda: State, Censorship, Public and Nation in India 1910-1945.” A motivated individual who possesses analytical thinking with nine years of experience accessing the National Archives of India, manuscript section, private papers, and newspaper archives at the Prime Minister Museum and Library. Vast experience in compiling and synthesizing large data sets and information. Is proficient at prepping resources, equipment, and materials for research.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Professor of Research
Gujarat National Law University
2024.02 - Current
- Currently teaching the course 'Constitutional History of India' for BA/BCom/BSc/BBA/BSW, LLB at Gujarat National Law University, Gandhinagar Gujarat.
- Has taught stream paper titled 'Comprehensive World History' course to students of B.A. L.L.B fourth semester at Gujarat National Law University, Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
- Currently, coordinator for "Diploma in
Ancient Indian Legal Theory and Philosophy" offered by Gujarat National Law University. - Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Evaluated student performance through comprehensive assessments, identifying areas of improvement and providing targeted feedback for growth.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of subject matter by attending conferences, workshops, and webinars relevant to the field of study.
- Contributed to departmental goals by serving on various committees focused on curriculum development, assessment strategies, and accreditation requirements.
- Increased academic achievement by providing one-on-one mentoring and support to struggling students.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Niall Ferguson, Hoover Institute, Stanford University
2022.07 - 2023.08
- Accessed private papers and departmental files from Prime Minister Museum and Library Society, and National Archives of India, and New Delhi, respectively for tenure of 1 year.
- Collected and organized archival material on American foreign policy in South Asia during Henry Kissinger's tenure as National Security adviser and Secretary of State for United States of America.
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
- Overlooked transfer of documents and prepared detailed Excel sheets for seamless access to collected papers.
Intern at Manuscript Department
Prime Ministers' Museum And Library Society
2018.01 - 2018.08
- Organized and arranged archival and manuscript material in alphabetical, chronological or other appropriate orders.
- Planned and organized private papers for manuscript department
- Participated in regular seminars and conferences at Library
Translator and Interpreter, Field Assistant
Kazuya Nakamizo, Kyoto University, Japan
2017.08 - 2017.08
- Interviewed 23 persons for period of 5 days.
- Traveled to Muzzafarnagar as translation and fieldwork assistant.
- Assisted in framing questions for interviews.
Guest Faculty
AIFT, Amity University
2017.01 - 2017.05
- Developed detailed daily lesson plans for activities
- Assigned lessons and corrected homework
- Wrote and designed continuing education examinations
- Advised students on course selection, progress toward graduation and career decisions.
Education
Ph.D. - Modern History
Jawaharlal Nehru University
Centre For Historical Studies, SSS10.2024
UGC, N.E.T - History
National Eligibility Test
06.2020
Master of Philosophy - Modern History
Jawaharlal Nehru University
Centre For Historical Studies, SSS11.2017
Master of Arts - Modern History
Jawaharlal Nehru University
Centre For Historical Studies, SSS07.2015
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Political Science, History
Kumaun University
2010
Skills
- Prepare and manage detailed databases
- Verify database accuracy
- Prepare reports on research methodology and conclusions
- Experience with archives and provided assistance with field studies
- Created and submitted research reports
- Awarded M.Phil Dissertation on ‘Removing The Lid': Cinema and Propaganda in Colonial India (1910-1930)under Dr Jyoti Atwal in 2018
- Presented research paper,‘Making Bricks without Straw': Educational and Instructional Films in Colonial India, 1910-1940, at Cambridge Cultural History Workshop, 2023.
- Submitted PhD on the topic "Cinema and Propaganda: State, Censorship, Public and the Nation in India (1910-1945)" under Dr Jyoti Atwal's supervision at the Centre for Historical Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India
- Mentoring students
- Lecturing
- Classroom Management
- Faculty Collaboration
Timeline
Assistant Professor of Research
Gujarat National Law University
2024.02 - Current
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Niall Ferguson, Hoover Institute, Stanford University
2022.07 - 2023.08
Intern at Manuscript Department
Prime Ministers' Museum And Library Society
2018.01 - 2018.08
Translator and Interpreter, Field Assistant
Kazuya Nakamizo, Kyoto University, Japan
2017.08 - 2017.08
Guest Faculty
AIFT, Amity University
2017.01 - 2017.05
Ph.D. - Modern History
Jawaharlal Nehru University
UGC, N.E.T - History
National Eligibility Test
Master of Philosophy - Modern History
Jawaharlal Nehru University
Master of Arts - Modern History
Jawaharlal Nehru University
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Political Science, History
Kumaun University
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