Rashmi De Silva

Fresh MSc graduate in Food and Nutrition, demonstrated excellence in academia with First class, seeks for a hike in Academic career by bringing together more academic qualifications”. Nutrition, the field that always filled me with amusement on how things happen, naturally pushed me to devote time for learning and advancement of food. As a MSc graduate, I have pulled together knowledge, skills, confidence, and right set of attitudes to successfully execute research activities in the field of Food Science and Nutrition.

Follow on Job Coach on DFN Project SEARCH, April 2022 – Present

Kaleidoscope Social Enterprise Ltd, London 

• To provide an appropriate level of support and guidance to each student, theirfamilies/carers, employers and co-workers prior to, during and subsequent to their placement.
• To carry out a detailed department/job/task analysis of potential job placements.
• To carry out detailed job matching of students and placements.
• To comprehensively learn the work of and establish relationships with the departments of the host business offering internship opportunities, prior to presenting them to students.

Colleague, December 2021 – April 2022

Tesco Express, London, United Kingdom 

• Worked collaboratively with other Tesco colleagues to maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked store environment, including restocking shelves, cleaning aisles, and monitoring inventory levels.
• Operated cash registers and other point-of-sale systems, handling cash and credit card transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Demonstrated a commitment to health and safety protocols, including following guidelines for food handling, cleaning, and sanitizing to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for customers and colleagues.
• Participated in regular team meetings and training sessions to stay up-to-date on store policies and procedures, as well as to contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

Lecturer, Jun 2022 - Oct 2022

Colombo North Health Academy, Ragama, Sri Lanka

• Experienced lecturer with a background in clinical nutrition and food service, with a focus on teaching topics such as the food guide pyramid, food preferences, nutrient values, and calorie counts of commonly used foods.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene practices, including proper preparation, storage, and disposal of foods, as well as methods for preventing contamination and promoting food safety.
• Prepared nutrient-dense recipes and flexible meal templates for CKD, Diabetic, and Hypertension NCD patients
• Experienced in teaching about special diets, including semi-solid and fluid diets for patients with medical conditions, such as dysphagia, stroke, Anaemia ,Cancer, Cardiovascular, Gastrointestinal Disorder as clinical conditions.
• Knowledgeable about dietary practices that are significant to various religious or ethnic groups, and skilled in teaching students about the cultural significance of different foods and dietary traditions.
• Proficient in teaching about the preparation, serving, and feeding of patients who require assistance, including those with clinical conditions

Visiting Lecturer, Jan 2022 - October 2022

University college of Kuliyapitiya, Kuliyapitiya, Sri Lanka

• Skilled in designing and delivering engaging lectures, presentations, and assessments to promote active learning and knowledge retention among students.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and guidelines related to the cosmetology industry, including OSHA regulations and industry best practices.
• Proficient in creating quizzes, exams, and other assessments to measure student understanding of key concepts and principles.
• Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to keep track of student progress, grades, and other relevant data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, colleagues, and industry professionals.

Nutritionist, June 2020 - September 2022

Danone/Nutricia team in Sri Lanka, Colombo 02,  Sri Lanka

• Skilled in providing a high-quality level of service to mothers-to-be and parents, with a focus on optimizing the health and nutrition of infants and toddlers.
• Experienced in developing nutrient-dense recipes and flexible meal templates for toddlers and children to meet nutritional objectives and support healthy growth and development.
• Proficient in providing in-depth information on nutritional care through various channels, including Careline, social media platforms,other online and offline communication channels.
• Knowledgeable about various clinical conditions related to nutrition, such as stunting, wasting, malnutrition, and anemic condition, and skilled in providing specialized nutritional care to individuals with these conditions.
• Experienced in collaborating with internal stakeholders, including marketing and customer experience teams, to translate key insights and moments within the customer journey into relevant content and messaging.

Nutritionist, August 2019 – February 2020

CIC Holdings PLC, Colombo 02, Sri Lanka

• Diet review on patients by checking blood, Anthropometry measurements and clinical information (conduct health camps for diabetes day, heart day, AIDs day, and Children day)
• Activation Planing-take responsibility to carry out Nutrition Awareness Programs on Non-communicable diseases (heart disease, cancer, chronic respiratory disease, and diabetes)
• Coordinating-work closely with the Executive and Sales team to plan Brand Image development and ensure smooth implementation of awareness activities
• Worked alongside fellow health professionals and clinical nurse specialists during seminars, workshops and campaigns

University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.

MSc. in Food and Nutrition degree, October 2020 – August 2023 (3.84/4.0 - First Class Honours)

• Completed a rigorous academic program covering a broad range of topics related to food and nutrition, including Biochemistry, Nutrition Advocacy and Counseling, Food Safety, Microbiology, Human Nutrition, Nutrition and Health Aspects of Foods, Community Nutrition, Dietetics, Principles of Food Science, Nutrition Assessment, Sports Nutrition, and Nutrition Epidemiology.
• I developed advanced skills in research methodology, statistical analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving, which have prepared me to pursue a career in academia, research, or related fields.
• Conducted an independent research project on the Prevalence of fast-food consumption and Physical activity
  level of overweight or obesity on employees (age between 25-45 years) in the private sector; a cross-sectional study in Colombo, Sri Lanka) and participated in group research projects, gaining experience in experimental design, data collection and analysis, scientific writing, and presenting research findings.

Wayamba University of Sri Lanka

BSc Food Science and Nutrition Special (Hons) degree, (2.93/4.0 March 2014 to December 2017)

• Completed a comprehensive undergraduate program covering a range of subjects related to food science and nutrition, including Principles of Biochemistry and Genetics, Biochemistry of Energy and Metabolism, Human Physiology, Introduction to Food and Nutrition, Human Nutrition, Nutrition in the Lifecycle, Food Chemistry, Biotechnology in Food, Food Microbiology, and Food Production Systems I and II.
• The 2nd Runner up - the most innovative product category at Pro-Food Pro Pack-2016 International Exhibition
• Active Member- Society of Food Science and Technology, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka (2016)
• Batch Representative – Department of Food Science and Technology, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka (2016)
• The professional development programme - “Challenge Beyond Reach” - the Career Guidance Unit of Wayamba University of Sri Lanka and the UDG/HTEC project

Anuradhapura Central College, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

General Certificate of Education Advanced Level (GCE "ALs”) 2009 – 2012

• Physics- B,
• Chemistry- B
• Biology – c

Anuradhapura Central College, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level (GCE "OLs”) 2006 – 2008