Rantideb Howlader

Dhaka, Bangladesh +880-1743564304 [email protected] LinkedIn Portfolio ORCID

Academic Profile

ICCR Scholar and emerging researcher in English literature, trauma studies, and digital humanities, blending critical theory and computational methods for socially engaged research. Dedicated to representing marginalized voices, advancing narrative and disability scholarship, and integrating digital solutions with literary inquiry. Fluent in English and Bengali; conversational in Hindi.

Education

Banaras Hindu UniversityJul 2023 – Jun 2025

Master of Arts in EnglishVaranasi, India

CGPA: 6.19 / 10 (Equivalent to Second Class / Above Average)
Focus: Postcolonial Literature, Indian Literature in Translation, New Literatures in English, Literary Theory, Cultural Studies

Banaras Hindu UniversityJun 2020 – Jun 2023

Bachelor of Arts in EnglishVaranasi, India

CGPA: 7.5 / 10 (First Class / Division)
Elective Modules: History of Art, Travel and Tourism Management

Research Interests

Postcolonial and World Literatures, South Asian narratives, trauma theory, disability studies, literary digital humanities, narrative analysis, voice, and marginalization. Special focus on representation of stammering, intersection of literature/film and lived experiences, and use of NLP/digital tools in qualitative research.

Skills

Academic & Research: Qualitative and quantitative analysis, narrative/thematic coding, academic writing, peer review, research design, data collection, report preparation, mixed-methods inquiry. Curriculum development, lesson planning, student mentoring, workshop facilitation, feedback and assessment

Content Writing & Documentation: Academic and research writing (articles, theses, reports), SEO content, technical documentation, API/user manuals, copywriting, science outreach, knowledge base/article creation

Programming, Digital Humanities & Web Dev: Python (NLP, text analysis), Go, JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, Next.js, Express.js, React.js, Redux, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap. Git, Postman, MongoDB, SQL, RAG-based tools and automation for research, computational text analysis

CMS, UX/UI, & Digital Solutions: WordPress, Elementor, WooCommerce, Daisy UI, Figma, GSAP; UX research, UI/UX design, usability testing, digital project management

Project, Team & Event Management: Workshop and event planning, academic conference organization, team leadership, workflow optimization, stakeholder engagement, process improvement, cross-cultural collaboration

Marketing, Analytics & Communication: Digital marketing strategies, SEO, content marketing, social media campaigns, newsletters, Google Analytics, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Workspace, HubSpot, HelpScout. Professional email etiquette, client communication, public speaking, cross-cultural and international correspondence

Languages: Bengali (Native), English (Fluent), Hindi (Conversational)

Professional Experience

WordPress & Digital Solutions SpecialistJan 2017 – Present

Self-Employed / CodeBoxr / HandyMamaRemote / Dhaka

Delivered 50+ client-facing tech support and web solutions in 20+ countries; maintained 95%+ client satisfaction.
Developed and maintained 20+ WordPress websites with custom front-end enhancements and user-focused functionality.
Authored 50+ SEO-optimized articles and digital marketing content, driving engagement gains up to 40%.
Produced technical documentation, user guides, and knowledge-base resources, reducing client queries by 20%.
Led client communications: preparing project proposals, conducting demos, and managing project follow-ups.
Collaborated with global teams and clients, enhancing cross-cultural and remote project coordination.
Adapted to diverse requirements, providing flexible, time-zone-friendly support including night shifts.

Research & Teaching Experience

Teaching Assistant to Dr. Pravin S. RanaAug 2022 – Jun 2025

Banaras Hindu University, Dept. of Tourism StudiesIndia

Supported undergraduate courses in Tourism Management and English Literature.
Designed lesson plans, rubrics, and feedback systems; mentored diverse student cohorts.
Organised seminars, workshops, and academic events; handled proctorial and evaluation duties.
Supervised 70+ students per batch in literary/cultural tutorials.

Digital Humanities Project

RAG-based Code Documentation LLM Agent | Python, FastAPI, ChromaDB, OpenAI2024

Developed a retrieval-augmented generation microservice to analyze and query large textual corpora for research.
Demonstrated use of NLP for advanced document analysis and knowledge management.

Areas of Teaching Interest

Postcolonial and World Literature
New Literatures in English
Literary and Cultural Theory
South Asian Fiction and Translation
Trauma and Disability Narratives
Academic Writing and Linguistics
Digital Humanities

Courses Taught / Tutored

English Literature: Intro & Survey
Postcolonial and Indian Literature
Academic & Literary Writing
Poetry, Drama, and Fiction (BA)
Cultural Studies and Theory
Linguistics and Language Studies

Academic Engagement

Paper Presentation: AI and the Art of Storytelling: Exploring the Intersection of Narrative and Artificial Intelligence

International Conference on “Stories Matter: (Re)-thinking Narratives, Aesthetics, and Human Values”

Banaras Hindu University, December 6-7, 2024

Presented ongoing independent research exploring how generative AI technologies reshape narrative structures, authorship, and literary imagination.
Investigated ethical and creative implications of storytelling through artificial intelligence, with a focus on the convergence of human voice and machine agency.

Publications & Works in Progress

Howlader, Rantideb. “AI and the Art of Storytelling: Exploring the Intersection of Narrative and Artificial Intelligence.” Proceedings of the International Conference on Stories Matter: (Re)-thinking Narratives, Aesthetics, and Human Values, Banaras Hindu University, 6–7 Dec. 2024. [Presented; under review]

Awards & Scholarships

Master’s Project Fellowship2023–2025

Graduate Research FellowBanaras Hindu University

Awarded for demonstrated research leadership and potential in English Literature and Digital Humanities.
Conducted independent research on the intersection of AI and narrative theory.

Tourism Student Conclave India, 2023Oct 2023

ChampionDTORR, India

Secured the championship title at DTORR Student Conclave 2023, representing Banaras Hindu University among top universities in India.
Demonstrated academic leadership, communication, and teamwork throughout multiple competitive rounds.
Collaborated closely with team members, leveraging diverse skills to excel in various competition categories.

Indian Council for Cultural Relations2020–2023

ICCR Scholarship RecipientBanaras Hindu University

Selected among top international applicants for the prestigious ICCR Scholarship to pursue undergraduate studies in English at BHU.
Actively participated in academic and cross-cultural exchange initiatives between Bangladesh and India.
Engaged in cross-cultural activities, promoting international understanding and collaboration.