Molecular Biologist and Microbiologist with over 10 years of experience in hospital and academic laboratory settings. Proficient in molecular diagnostic techniques, with extensive hands-on expertise, strong communication and adaptability skills. An ASCP-certified professional in Molecular Biology. Currently seeking a teaching/laboratory position in medical/biotech/research facilities.
Hi, I’m
Asad Ali Shah
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Albany,NY, USA
Summary
Overview
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Albany City School DistrictAlbany, New York
Substitute Teacher
09.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Working as a substitute teacher in different schools at Albany City School District.
Albany Medical CentreAlbany, USA
Postdoctoral Fellow (Molecular and Cellular Physiology)
01.2023 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Investigated the physiological effect of gonadectomy in mice treated with sex hormone antagonists and exposed to chronic hypoxia, focusing on pulmonary artery remodeling and hypertension.
Iqra National UniversitySwat, Pakistan
Assistant Professor (Medical Lab Technology)
09.2021 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Provided instruction in molecular diagnostics to undergraduate students in Medical Laboratory Technology, preparing them for careers in hospitals and laboratories.
Jazan UniversityJazan, Saudi Arabia
Assistant Professor (Medical Lab Technology)
05.2018 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Delivered instructions to undergraduate students on modules like Molecular Biology, Microbiology and Laboratory Diagnosis.
- A certified Medical Lab Scientist at Mohammed Bin Nasser hospital Jazan, specializing in Microbiology and molecular biology to support clinical diagnostic activities.
- Led a research project as Principal Investigator, supervising a group of six BS students on a study titled 'Qualitative Analysis of Antibody Response in COVID-19 Patients in Jazan Province, Saudi Arabia.
Abdul Wali Khan University MardanMardan, Pakistan
Assistant Professor (Medical Microbiology)
10.2016 - 05.2018
Job overview
- Responsible for overseeing the Laboratory Diagnosis training of undergraduate and graduate students.
- Received HEC Sponsored Startup Research Grant Program (SRGP) as Principle Investigator for project Entitled 'Epigenetic Investigation on H. pylori Infected Gastritis Patients' in 2017.
Saitama UniversitySaitama, Japan
Research Assistant
11.2013 - 03.2016
Job overview
- Designed and performed study protocols, selecting suitable molecular biology methods.
Al-Syed Medical LaboratoryCharsadda, Pakistan
Medical Laboratory Scientist
09.2009 - 09.2013
Job overview
- Developed and validated molecular and microbiological testing protocols e.g. PCR, Microscopic examination and culture methods.
- Supervised and applied compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards of Pakistan (PMDC, PNAC, DRAP).
- Implemented quality control (QC) measures and troubleshooting inconsistencies in test results.
- Reviewed and signed off on multifaceted and critical diagnostic results.
Education
Saitama UniversityJapan
Ph.D. from Molecular Biology
09-2016
University Overview
University of NottinghamUK
Master of Science from Molecular Microbiology
12-2008
University Overview
Institute of Technology CarlowIreland
Bachelor of Science from Biology
04-2007
University Overview
Skills
- Medical Laboratory
- Molecular Biology Diagnostics
- Regulatory compliance
- Quality control and assurance
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Time management
Personal Information
Personal Information
Work Permit: Fully Work AuthorizedPublications
Publications
- Identification of a selective SIRT2 inhibitor and its anti-breast cancer activity., Biological and Pharmacological Bulletin, 2016
- The subcellular localization and activity of cortactin is regulated by acetylation and interaction with Keap1., Science Signaling, 2015
- Feasible regeneration and agro bacterium-mediated transformation of Brassica juncea with Euonymus alatus diacylglycerol acetyltransferase (EaDAcT) gene., Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences, 2020
- Neuropharmacological potential of various morphological parts of Camellia sinensis L., Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences, 2020
- Determination of GC MS analysis of seed oil and Assessment of Pharmacokinetics of Leaf extract of Camellia sinesis L., Journal of King Saud University, 2021
- Pakistani perspective, preparation and response to COVID-19: A review., Bioscience Research, 2021
- Challenging COVID-19 and its outbreak in Pakistan and across the borders., Bioscience Research, 2021
- Sirtuin 2 as a possible therapeutic target in cancer., Bioscience Research, 2021
- SATB1 enhances gastric cancer progression and metastasis via upregulation of CLIP4/IP1/PRICKLE2 axis in gastric cancer patients., Romanian Biotechnological Letters
- Traditional knowledge about medicinal plants in the remote areas of Wari Tehsil, Dir Upper, Pakistan., Brazilian Journal of Biology
- Ethnomedicinal uses of plants for various diseases in the remote areas of Changa Manga Forest, Pakistan., Brazilian Journal of Biology, 2022
- SIRTUIN 2 GENE EXPRESSION IN Helicobacter pylori INFECTED GASTRIC CANCER PATIENTS OF PESHAWAR PAKISTAN: A CASE CONTROL STUDY., Fresenius environmental bulletin
References
References
Reference can be provided on request.Visa Sponsorship
Visa Sponsorship
No Visa Sponsorship RequiredResearch Profile
Research Profile
- www.researchgate.net/profile/Asad_Ali_Shah
- www.scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&authuser=3&user=jzLHYeQAAAAJ
Certification
Certification
ASCP Certificate as Specialist in Molecular Biology
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Albany City School District
09.2024 - Current
Postdoctoral Fellow (Molecular and Cellular Physiology)
Albany Medical Centre
01.2023 - 06.2023
Assistant Professor (Medical Lab Technology)
Iqra National University
09.2021 - 12.2022
Assistant Professor (Medical Lab Technology)
Jazan University
05.2018 - 08.2021
Assistant Professor (Medical Microbiology)
Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan
10.2016 - 05.2018
Research Assistant
Saitama University
11.2013 - 03.2016
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Al-Syed Medical Laboratory
09.2009 - 09.2013
Saitama University
Ph.D. from Molecular Biology
University of Nottingham
Master of Science from Molecular Microbiology
Institute of Technology Carlow
Bachelor of Science from Biology
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