Aswathy Subha
Anthropologist
Pune
Summary
Insightful anthropologist-in-training specializing in cultural and social research through an evolutionary lens. Experienced in qualitative field research, community engagement, and academic coordination. Expertise in data analysis, literature review, and experimental design supports understanding of identity and belonging in marginalized contexts. Collaborative team member adaptable to project demands, with proficiency in statistical software and research methodologies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
Languages
Work History
AI Data Annotator (Contractual)
MERCOR
08.2026 - Current
- Labeled text, image, and audio data to support machine learning model training.
- Reviewed annotation guidelines and applied labeling rules with consistent accuracy.
- Escalated ambiguous edge cases to maintain dataset quality and alignment.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements and revised taxonomies.
Research assistant and editor
Savitribai Phule Pune University
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted in editing and organising qualitative academic materials and finding gaps
- Maharashtra Govt. Funded Research Ethnographic Project with Dr. Anjali Khurane (Retd. HOD, Department ofAnthropology)| Savitribai Phule Pune University
- Conducted literature reviews using academic databases to support research objectives and study design.
- Collected, organized, and validated research data for accurate analysis and documentation.
Tutor - Undergraduate Coaching
Prepacademy
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Guided students preparing for CUCET Sociology entrance exams, focusing on critical concepts and exam strategy
- (part-time role)
Assistant Executive - Customer Service Operations
IEnergizer
04.2021 - 05.2023
- Managed customer inquiries through CRM and ticketing systems with accurate, timely responses.
- Resolved escalations by coordinating with cross-functional teams to maintain service quality.
- Handled daily operations across calls, emails, and chat channels with consistent professionalism.
- Adapted quickly to process changes, new tools, and updated client requirements.
Business Coordinator & Strategist
Time's Kids Preschool
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Coordinated outreach and community engagement strategies
- Contributed to curriculum suggestions and branding campaigns
- Developed communication strategies between parents, staff, and local stakeholders
- Coordinated enrollment, tuition, and student records with accuracy and confidentiality.
- Scheduled classroom, staffing, and family communications to support daily preschool operations.
- Enhanced team productivity by organizing regular meetings, setting clear goals, and providing necessary resources.
- Facilitated communication with clients and team members to improve business strategy and operation.
Community Educator
Prayas Foundation
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Taught basic English and communication skills to children from slum areas in Delhi
- Facilitated interactive learning environments to support holistic development
- Fostered empathy, patience, and community-based teaching methods
- Facilitated community workshops on health, education, and social awareness using culturally relevant materials.
- Delivered one-on-one guidance to families, addressing barriers and connecting participants with appropriate services.
Education
MA - Anthropology
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Pune05-2025
BA (Hons) - English
Lady Shri Ram College for Women
Delhi01-2020
Skills
- Data collection
- Research analysis
- Digital tools
- Reflexivity
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Community engagement
- Youth engagement
- Volunteer coordination
- Grant proposal writing
- Participant observation
Accomplishments
- Achieved Rashtrapathi Award from the president of India for impeccable work in Bharat Scouts and Guides
- State winner with A grade for Classical and Kadhakali music (vocal) for 5 consecutive years in Kerala Youth Festival
Timeline
AI Data Annotator (Contractual)
MERCOR
08.2026 - Current
Tutor - Undergraduate Coaching
Prepacademy
01.2025 - 07.2025
Research assistant and editor
Savitribai Phule Pune University
07.2024 - 06.2025
Assistant Executive - Customer Service Operations
IEnergizer
04.2021 - 05.2023
Business Coordinator & Strategist
Time's Kids Preschool
01.2020 - 03.2020
Community Educator
Prayas Foundation
01.2018 - 04.2018
BA (Hons) - English
Lady Shri Ram College for Women
MA - Anthropology
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Research And Projects
- Exploring the Sense of Identity and Belongingness Among Children of Commercial Sex Workers in Budhwar Peth, Pune, Principal Investigator and Anthropologist, IDS-HSS Research Grant, 2024-01-01, 2025-01-01, Pune, India
- Dissertation Research: Caste and aesthetic hierarchies in Bharatanatyam, Dissertation Researcher, 2023-01-01, 2025-01-01, Incorporating ethnographic interviews and critical cultural theory
Internships And Volunteering
- Community Educator, Prayas Foundation, 2018-01-01, 2018-12-31, Delhi, India, Taught basic English and communication skills to children from slum areas in Delhi, Facilitated interactive learning environments to support holistic development, Fostered empathy, patience, and community-based teaching methods
- Business Coordinator & Strategist, Time's Kids Preschool, 2020-01-01, 2020-02-01, Changanacherry, India, Coordinated outreach and community engagement strategies, Contributed to curriculum suggestions and branding campaigns, Developed communication strategies between parents, staff, and local stakeholders
Achievements And Extracurriculars
- Rashtrapati Awardee - Bharat Scouts and Guides
- Represented Lady Shri Ram College in national and inter-university music competitions with Dhwani, the Indian Music Society
- Placed in various state-level vocal competitions
- Proven team player and performer in high-stakes competitive environments