Biochem/Cell Bio/AP Tutor with PhD and University teaching experience

Nilay N.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and both a Master’s and PhD in Biochemistry, and I currently serve as an Instructor in the Department of Neuroscience at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. With over fifteen years of combined research and teaching experience across cell and developmental biology, biochemistry, neuroscience, genetics, and molecular biology, I bring both depth and breadth to science education.

I have held multiple adjunct teaching positions, most recently at Southern Methodist University, where I taught Biology of the Brain and Metabolism, and at the University of Dallas, where I taught Anatomy and Physiology. I also have extensive experience tutoring Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, AP Biology, and MCAT preparation, consistently earning strong student evaluations. These roles have sharpened my ability to adapt instruction to diverse learners and learning environments.
I view teaching as an interactive, student-centered process. My goal is to help students grasp not just how biological processes work, but why they matter. I strive to foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and the confidence to apply knowledge independently. I emphasize clarity, patience, and reinforcement of foundational concepts, recognizing that material intuitive to experienced scientists may be entirely new to students.

By encouraging active participation, thoughtful questioning, and open discussion, I aim to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment. I am committed to cultivating a culture where every student feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. Ultimately, my teaching philosophy centers on promoting intellectual curiosity, academic confidence, and long-term success in the sciences.