Tharaka Wijerathna, Ph.D.
I am a researcher driven by scientific curiosity and a relentless desire to explore the unknown. My research portfolio includes 26 peer-reviewed journal publications, with 16 as first author, and 15 conference abstracts where I served as the presenting author. With 281 citations and an h-index of 10, my work continues to gain recognition, including three publications cited over 25 times. I am committed to advancing the frontiers of knowledge, striving to make impactful contributions to science and society for the greater good.
Education
Ph. D. in Medical Entomology
Department of Parasitology, University of Kelaniya
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B.Sc. Honors in Zoology
Department of Zoology, University of Colombo
Work Experience
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Freelance tutor and Data analyst (August 2023–To date)
Freelancing for multiple clients
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Visiting Lecturer (Remote) (January 2023–August 2024)
British College of Applied Studies
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Lecturer (March 2023–January 2024)
British College of Applied Studies
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Temporary Senior Lecturer Gr. II (December 2020 – March 2023)
Department of Parasitology, University of Kelaniya.
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Temporory Demonstrator (November 2018-October 2020)
University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka
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Graduate Research Assistant (November 2016-November 2018)
University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka
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Temporory Demonstrator (February 2016 – November 2016)
Department of Zoology, University of Colombo
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“The key to success is action and the essential in action is Perseverance” (Sun Yat-sen, Chinese Philosopher)
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