Lecturers College

Academic Qualifications & Credentials:

1. PhD in Virology – McGill University, Canada (1983).
2. MSc in Virology – McGill University, Canada (1979).
3. Postdoctoral Fellowship – Mycoplasma Diagnostics, University of Alberta, Canada (1994).
4. Diploma in Internet Networks – College of Technology, Alberta, Canada (2003).
5. Diploma in Small Business Management (Consultancy Offices) – Alberta, Canada (2005).
6. Intensive training courses in Environmental Protection – University of Alberta, Canada.

Academic Rank:

• Professor – University of Alberta, Canada (Since 2004).

Languages:

• English and Arabic.

Specialization & Teaching Competencies:

• Teachable Courses: Virology, Mycology, Bacteriology, Microbiology, Medical Terminology, Immunology, Medicinal Plants, Medical Ethics, Medical Laboratory Management, and Biological Laboratory Instrumentation.
• Secondary Specialization (Environmental Pollution): Formally trained through 12 specialized courses coupled with 7 years of professional practice in Alberta, Canada. Taught the majority of environmental pollution courses within the Department of Environmental Health, College of Applied Medical Sciences at the University of Kerbala.

Employment History:

• Professor – Department of Medical Laboratory Techniques, Al-Zahrawi University College, Karbala (September 2020 – August 2024).
• Retirement from Statutory Service (January 2020).
• Professor of Medical Virology and Environmental Pollution (Returning Experts Program) (December 2011 – 2019).
• Head of the Environmental Health Department – College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Kerbala (2012).
• Research Scientist – University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada (2004 - 2010).
• Research Scientist – Alberta Research Council, Canada (1995 - 2004).
• Postdoctoral Researcher – University of Alberta, Canada (1993 - 1994).
• Assistant Professor – Omar Al-Mukhtar University, Libya (1991 - 1993).
• Assistant Professor – Salahaddin University, Erbil (1988 - 1990).
• Lecturer – University of Mosul, Nineveh (1984 - 1988).

Training Courses (9 courses completed between 2007–2009):

• Environmental Project Management (May 2009) – Department of Environmental/Health Extension, University of Alberta, Canada.
• Environmental Impact Assessment (April 2009) – Department of Environmental/Health Extension, University of Alberta, Canada.
• Site Reclamation Technologies (April 2009) – Department of Environmental/Health Extension, University of Alberta, Canada.
• Groundwater Dynamics in Contaminated Sites (February 9–11, 2009) – Supervised by the Environmental Services Association, Edmonton, Canada.
• Saline Soil Remediation (February 10, 2010) – Supervised by the Environmental Services Association, Edmonton, Canada.
• Mould Remediation in Buildings (February 10, 2009) – Environmental Services Association, Alberta, Canada.

Keynote & Guest Lectures at Scientific Symposia:

1. Al-Zahrawi University College (March 10, 2022): "Applications of Herbal Medicine and Alternative Medicine to Avoid Pharmaceutical Chemicals."
2. College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Kerbala (March 27, 2019): Annual Scientific Symposium of the Environmental Health Department ("Nutritional Secrets for a Healthy Life: The Impact of Plastic Containers and Microwaves on Health Safety").
3. College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Kerbala (March 28, 2018): Scientific Symposium of the Environmental Health Department ("Applications of Alternative Medicine: Nutritional Value and Active Ingredients in Medicinal Plants").
4. College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Kerbala (December 11, 2018): Scientific Symposium of the Environmental Health Department ("Endemic and Infectious Diseases in Society: Viruses, Epidemiology, and Outbreaks in Iraq").
5. College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Kerbala (March 22, 2017): Scientific Symposium ("Water Scarcity and Public Health Safety").
6. College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Kerbala (December 13, 2016): Special Scientific Symposium on Smoking ("Smoking as a Lethal Weapon: Classifications and Chemical Compounds").
7. College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Kerbala (April 22, 2015): The 5th Annual Scientific Symposium ("The Impact of Using Plastic Containers and Microwaves on Food Safety and Public Health").
8. College of Education, University of Kerbala (April 2014): Special Workshop on Karbala’s Environment ("Environmental Safety from Pollutants as a Guarantee for a Healthy Life").
9. College of Science, Al-Mustansiriya University (March 18, 2013): Special Symposium for Faculty and Postgraduate Students, Lecture Title: "Scientific Research: From Hypothesis to Publication."
10. College of Dentistry, Al-Mustansiriya University (April 3, 2013): Scientific Symposium of the Basic Sciences Department ("Environmental Pollution and its Negative Repercussions on the Iraqi Reality").
11. College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Kerbala (April 15, 2013): Environmental Scientific Symposium titled "Environmental Pollution and its Impact on Health and Food Security."
12. College of Science, Al-Mustansiriya University (April 20, 2013): Annual Scientific Conference, Lecture Title: "Assessing the Reality of Environmental Pollution in Iraq and Leveraging the Expertise of Developed Nations."
13. College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Kerbala (October 3, 2013): Environmental Scientific Symposium titled "Environmental Protection: A Shared Responsibility between State and Citizen."
14. College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Kerbala (February 12, 2012): Workshop for Healthcare Workers in Karbala Hospitals ("Accidental and Occupational Injuries in Hospitals").
15. College of Pharmacy, University of Baghdad (May 19, 2012): Annual Scientific Symposium, Lecture Title: "The Impact of the Environmental Reality in Iraq on Daily Life."
16. College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Kerbala (February 28, 2012): Environmental Scientific Symposium ("Environmental Pollution and its Future Impacts").

Professional Memberships:

• Member, Alberta Society of Professional Biologists (ASPB), Canada (Since 2006).
• Member, Environmental Services Association of Alberta (ESAA), Canada.
• Member, International Virus Workshops Association (Formerly).
• Member, American Phytopathological Society (APS) (Formerly).
• Participation in over 30 professional development courses covering scientific, administrative, and computing fields.

Awards & Acknowledgments:

• Recipient of more than 30 formal Letters of Appreciation, including a distinction from the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research for achieving an international H-index of 14 on Google Scholar.

Research & Publications:

• 27 research papers published in peer-reviewed international scientific journals.
• Over 33 research contributions and abstracts presented at scientific conferences within Canada and internationally.