Rayaan Khan

Senior Design Project: Multifunctional 2D Material-Based Nanocomposite for Health Hazard Control (Fall 2024 – Spring 2025)

• Developing an advanced nanocomposite leveraging 2D materials to mitigate health hazards.
• Conducting research and material testing to enhance efficiency and real-world applicability.
• Collaborating with a team to design, prototype, and validate the material’s performance.

University Lab Sessions

• Performed chemical synthesis, process optimization, and analytical testing under supervision, utilizing techniques such as gel electrophoresis, spectroscopy, chromatography, and microscopy.
• Maintained detailed documentation, including writing test protocols, recording experimental procedures, and generating final reports.
• Collaborated with faculty, researchers, and multidisciplinary teams to support project activities and enhance research outcomes.
• Utilized MATLAB, Symbiology, and other computational tools for data analysis, modeling, and simulation in engineering and research applications.
• Utilized Microsoft Office and data analysis tools to compile and present findings effectively.

Business Owner

CHARco, Abu Dhabi, UAE (Dec 2023 - Current)

• Lead operations across three restaurant locations, ensuring efficiency and consistent quality.
• Implemented scalable inventory management and order processing systems, reducing waste and cutting prep time across all branches.
• Negotiated supplier contracts to lower costs while maintaining premium quality, securing bulk deals to support expansion.
• Optimized menu offerings using sales data and customer feedback, increasing profitability and streamlining prep across multiple locations.
• Redesigned packaging from scratch, creating a new brand identity and securing better quality for bulk pricing.
• Hired and trained 9 new staff, managing a team of 15 to uphold service and quality standards during rapid growth.
• Directed the launch of two new branches within 18 months, managing site selection, staff recruitment, and system implementation.

Restaurant Manager

Al Tarfanah, Sharjah, UAE (Dec 2021 - Apr 2024)

• Took over operations after a partnership collapse, revamping processes to turn a failing business into a profitable venture within one year.
• Managed a team of five, improving efficiency and maintaining service quality.
• Introduced a monthly meal service to a labor accommodation area, serving 250+ customers at peak and creating a recurring revenue stream.

Business Owner

Mad PCs UAE, UAE (Nov 2018 - Dec 2019)

• Built and sold custom PCs for clients, including students.
• Consulted with clients to understand their requirements and recommend the best PC specs within their budget.
• Handled sourcing, assembly, and optimization to ensure high performance and cost efficiency.
• Provided after-sales support, including troubleshooting and upgrade recommendations, to enhance customer satisfaction.