Hello! This is Abdurraouf Elakder, Ph.D.
Highly analytical expert in Comparative Politics, International Politics, and Political Economy with a keen interest in Africa, the Middle East, and the United States. Excel in curriculum development, innovative instructional delivery, coordinating academic programs, leading high-quality research efforts, and assessing learning outcomes across the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Skilled in analyzing political systems and behavior, identifying patterns and disparities across regions, and exploring the interactions between global actors and regional dynamics with a focus on conflict, cooperation, and foreign policy. Proficient in qualitative research methods and the application of descriptive statistical techniques. Able to gather, analyze, and present social science data and conduct comprehensive literature reviews. Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Political Scientist
EXPERIENCE
2015
Assistant
Communication Department Office
Brevard County, Florida
Delivered vital support to the Director of the Communication Department Office in Brevard County, Florida.
Attended weekly meetings with county commissioners and demonstrated a commitment to continuous learning and gaining valuable experience. 2015.
2009
Public Administration Instructor
Department of Political Science at University of Tripoli – Tripoli, Libya
Acted as an assistant to the department director for one semester, then taught the Principles of Public Administration to undergraduate students for another semester.
Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate students on various topics in political science.
Kept abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, discussing with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
2008
Coordinator
Department of Political Science at University of Tripoli – Tripoli, Libya
Created effective communication and provided teacher support to improve the learning experience.
Establish effective communication and support to students in the registration phase and guide them on the sequencing system of study materials and coordination regarding the scheduling of exams and their dates.
EDUCATION
2023
Ph.D. in International Politics and Political Science
Claremont Graduate University
Claremont, California
2019
MA in International Politics and Political Science
Claremont Graduate University
Claremont, California
Major: Comparative Politics
Minor: International politics
2016 – 2017
Ph.D. Student in Comparative Politics and Public Administration
Southern Illinois University
(Transferred to Claremont Graduate University)
Carbondale Illinois
2014
Master in Political Science Focus on Comparative Politics and International Relations
Western Illinois University
Macomb, Illinois
2007
Bachelor’s in Political Science
(First Rank Student)
The University of Tripoli
Tripoli, Libya
CERTIFICATIONS
2021
Human Rights certificate in human rights consulting
US Institute of Diplomacy
Washington, DC
CESL Institute SIUC
Carbondale, Illinois
English for Graduate Studies & American Culture
2015
2011
Completing Advanced English Language Level
WESL Institute WIU
Macomb, Illinois
SKILLS
QUALITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS
COMPARATIVE RESEARCH METHODS
SURVEY INSTRUMENTATION
CASE STUDIES
CROSS CULTURAL COMMUNICATIONS
DESCRIPTIVE STATISTICAL ANALYSIS