CV

Nicolò Candiani

nicolo.candiani@tutamail.com
Leiden, South Holland, NL

Summary

Theoretical physics master's student who enjoys building simulations, explaining tough concepts, and working with research teams.

Education

  • MSc Theoretical Physics
    Present
    Utrecht University
  • BSc Physics
    2023-08
    University of Groningen

Work Experience

  • Teaching Assistant, Statistical Physics
    2025-09 - 2025-11
    • Assisted students with simulations and helped troubleshoot coding errors.
    • Simplified challenging course topics into intuitive explanations.
    • Supported assignment grading for the course.
  • Teaching Assistant, Statistical Physics
    2024-09 - 2024-11
    • Guided students through simulations and debugging.
    • Clarified complex lecture material in an approachable way.
    • Contributed to grading assignments.
  • Teaching Assistant
    2021-04 - 2022-11
    • Led tutorials for linear algebra, multivariable calculus, relativity, and interdisciplinary physics courses.
    • Helped students solve problem sets and maintained a pass rate above 80%.
    • Prepared twice-weekly tutorials and assisted with grading assignments and exams.
  • Summer Research Intern
    2021-06 - 2021-09
    • Researched neutron-rich exotic heavy nuclei produced in multi-nucleon transfer reactions.
    • Built electrodynamics simulations for components of the experimental setup.

Skills

Technical

  • Python
  • LaTeX
  • Git
  • Programming
  • Data Analysis
  • Physics

Professional

  • Knowledge Acquisition
  • Research Skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Teamwork

Teaching

  • Statistical Physics (Teaching Assistant)
    2025
    Utrecht University
    Role: Undergraduate course
    Supported theory and experiment course through tutorials, coding support, and grading.
  • Statistical Physics (Teaching Assistant)
    2024
    Utrecht University
    Role: Undergraduate course
    Guided students through simulations, debugging, and conceptual understanding.
  • Multiple courses including Linear Algebra, Multivariable Calculus, Relativity
    2021
    University of Groningen
    Role: Tutorial leader
    Planned and led tutorials twice weekly for 20 students, assisted grading, and maintained high pass rates.