Assistant Professor

Location:

Marietta, GA

Posted:

November 04, 2025

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Dr. Urooj Aamir

BDS, M.Phil. (Pharmacology)

+1-516-***-**** Kennesaw, Atlanta 30144 *****.*******@*****.*** To peruse career as an Academician and Researcher in the field of Pharmacology. Education

M.Phil. in Pharmacology

Ziauddin Medical College, Karachi (2018–2020)

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)

University of Karachi / Liaquat College of Medicine & Dentistry (2008–2012) Higher Secondary School Certificate

DHA Degree College for Women, Karachi (2005–2007)

Secondary School Certificate

Ali Ali Boys & Girls Secondary School, Karachi (2003–2005) Professional Experience

Assistant Professor of Pharmacology

Baqai Medical University Dec 2021 – Present

Deliver lectures to M.Phil., MBBS, BDS, and DPT students.

Conduct Case-Based Learning (CBL), Problem-Based Learning (PBL), and bioethics sessions to enhance clinical reasoning and ethical decision-making.

Coordinate postgraduate Pharmacology programs and BDS curriculum.

Organize external examiner visits in collaboration with other institutions.

Develop assessment materials (MCQs, SEQs, OSPE) and oversee evaluations.

Member of the Animal House and Bioethics Committees.

Mentor students through individual and group sessions.

Engage in continuous research and contribute to academic publications.

Served as an external examiner for undergraduate Pharmacology assessments Senior Lecturer in Pharmacology

Baqai Medical University Jan 2021 – Dec 2021

Conducted lectures across M.Phil. BDS, MBBS and DPT.

Conducted different teaching methodologies, including Case-Based Learning (CBL), Problem-Based Learning

(PBL), bioethics lectures, tutorials, and small group sessions (SGS).

Coordinated postgraduate programs, including development of study guides, curriculum, self-assessment manuals, program specification templates, and the PGPR..

Assisted students in coursework and thesis research.

Participated in academic conferences and seminars. Lecturer in Pharmacology

Ziauddin Medical College Aug 2020 – Jan 2021

Delivered lectures and practical sessions to MBBS and BDS students.

Facilitated Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and Small Group Sessions (SGS).

Served as Course Coordinator, Timetable Coordinator, and PBL Coordinator.

Coordinated course activities and implemented effective teaching strategies.

Mentored students in current research trends, academic writing, and publications. Personal & Professional

Strength

Team Player

Time Management

Critical Thinker

Problem Solver

Interpersonal Skills

Work Ethics

Self- Confidence

Flexibility

Adaptability

Lecturer / M.Phil. Trainee in Pharmacology

Ziauddin Medical College Jan 2018 – Jul 2020

Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate students.

Integrated innovative practices in teaching and research methodologies.

Provided academic counseling and managed timetables. Lecturer in Pharmacology

Ziauddin Medical College Jan 2017 – Dec 2017

Developed curricula and course materials for undergraduate programs.

Collaborated with faculty to enhance teaching methods and learning outcomes.

Served as Course Coordinator, Timetable Coordinator, and PBL Coordinator.

Conducted practical sessions and tutorials for MBBS and BDS students.

Participated in academic meetings, workshops, and conferences. Lecturer in Pharmacology

Liaquat College of Medicine & Dentistry Oct 2014 – Dec 2016

Delivered lectures and practical sessions to undergraduate students.

Designed assessment materials (BCQs, EMQs).

Promoted relationships with professional bodies and industry partners. General Dentist

Nazeer Hussain Hospital, Karachi Nov 2013 – Aug 2014

Developed treatment plans and performed dental procedures.

Advised patients on oral hygiene practices.

Trained and supervised fresh graduates

House Officer

Liaquat College of Medicine & Dentistry Oct 2012 – Oct 2013

Rotated through departments including Periodontology, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics, and Oral Surgery.

Managed various dental treatments and minor surgeries.

Educated patients on maintaining oral health

Certifications & Professional Development

Certificate in Health Professions Education (CHPE), Baqai Medical University (2023)

Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Guidelines Lecture, Darul Sehat Hospital

Advanced Reproductive Techniques & Subfertility Management, Concept Fertility Centre (2012)

Fundamentals of Health Professionals Education, Ziauddin University (2017)

Cell Culture Techniques in Drug Designing & Development, Ziauddin University (2019)

Techniques in Molecular Biology, Ziauddin University (2019)

Fundamentals of Primary Cell Culture Techniques, Ziauddin University (2019)

Annual International Conference on Rehabilitation, Ziauddin University (2018)

International Conference on Bridging the Gap in Primary Health Care, Ziauddin University (2017)

Development of New PBL Including Ethics Objectives, Ziauddin University (2017)

4th International Conference on Challenges in Drug Discovery and Therapeutics, Ziauddin University (2019)

JPMC 47th Annual Medical Symposium (Participant)

1st IADSR International Conference, Lahore (2011)

1st Pakistan International Orthodontic Conference, CPSP (2011)

LUMHS Dental Symposium (2011)

C-Ortho Continuing Education Symposiums, Pakistan Dental Association Research Publications

1. Abid M, Rauf R, Siddiq A, Mazhar S, Zaidi HA, Zafar U. Comparison of the side effects of chlorhexidine and honey mouthwash: A randomized controlled trial.

2. Ahmed A, Bijarani AN, Zafar U, Imran S, Sheikh SA. Larvicidal efficacy of Carica papaya leaves extract against Aedes aegypti.

3. Rajput IS, Yawar W, Ikram SJ, Zafar U, Jaffri MS, Zehra S. Integrative management of IBS-C: An exploratory study. 4. Khalid SS, Zafar U. Evaluation of analgesic activity of the ethanolic extract of Cuscuta reflexa in mice. 5. Zafar U, Zeeshan A, Fatima R, Kumar A, Memon SS, Khalid SS. Efficacy of insulin sensitizers in PCOS: A randomized controlled trial.

6. Zafar U, Iqbal N, Mughal F, Quraishi F, Bijarani AN, Muneer M. Effect of metformin and its combination with probiotic on menstrual irregularity and TSH levels in PCOS: A randomized controlled trial. 7. Farooq L, Ali F, Zehra T, Shaikh SP, Zafar U, Imran S. In-vitro activity of fosfomycin alone and in combination against MDR E. coli.

8. Iqbal Z, Memon SS, Maheshwari JD, Zafar U, Lathiya N, Khalid SS. Comparison of clinical and biological/laboratory findings of malaria and dengue infection in Karachi: A cross-sectional survey. 9. Bhutta MF, Hussain A, Baig S, Shahid N, Iqbal N, Zafar U. Frequency of fungal nasal polyposis and its associated risk factors.

10. Saifullah N, Zehra D, Wasim A, Saifullah S, Zafar U, Ali A. Attitude and practices regarding use of direct acting antiviral agents (DAAs) in the treatment of hepatitis C among health care practitioners: A survey-based study. 11. Malik HA, Faraz A, Bhatty A, Mumtaz T, Zafar U, Khurram S. Prevalence of adverse reactions to different COVID- 19 vaccinations among Karachi residents.

12. Zehra D, Usman S, Ismail K, Hasan SS, Zafar U, Rizvi SF, Rasheed N. Inhibitory potential of combination of macrolide antibiotic with conventional chemotherapeutic agent sorafenib on growth rate of cancer cell population.

13. Zafar U, Zaidi SA, Jafri SMO, Imran S, Bhatty A, Abidi F. Effectiveness of metformin and its combination with probiotic in polycystic ovarian disease with hyperprolactinemia: A randomized clinical trial. 14. Ali A, Shaheen S, Zahid N, Zafar U, Ahmed F, Farooq L. Effects of metformin on the weight of healthy and streptozotocin-induced diabetic animal model.

15. Baig S, Khan MS, Iqbal N, Mumtaz T, Hussain A, Zafar U. Frequency of sensorineural hearing loss among children with pyogenic meningitis.

16. Zafar U, Sani AI, Malik HA, Faraz A, Rizwan R, Muneer M. Altered thyroid function amongst the infertile insulin resistant women with polycystic ovarian syndrome.

17. Zahid N, Shaheen S, Memon Z, Ali A, Zafar U, Agha F. Comparative analysis of antidyslipidemic effects of fenugreek seed extract and standard pharmacological therapy in diet-induced animal model of dyslipidemia: An experimental study.

18. Zafar U, Hassan JA, Ismail K, Agha S, Memon Z, Bhatty S. Effectiveness of probiotics, metformin and their combination therapy in ameliorating dyslipidemia associated with PCOS. J Pharm Res Int. 2019;1-9. 19. Zafar U, Memon Z, Moin K, Agha S, Hassan JA, Zehra D. Prevalence of PCOS with associated symptoms and complications at tertiary care hospital of Karachi. References

Name & Designation Contact Information

Professor Dr. Owais Ismail

HOD & Professor of Pharmacology

Ziauddin Medical University, Karachi

+92-300-***-****

️ *****.******@**.***.**

Professor Dr. Zahida Memon

Professor of Pharmacology

Ziauddin Medical University, Karachi

+92-333-***-****

️ ******.*****@**.***.**

Dr. Sana Imran