Faculty Directory

Mujahid Ali is a Registered Nurse and nursing educator with clinical experience in critical care, pediatrics, oncology, and emergency care. He is currently serving as a Nursing Lecturer at Al-Kawthar University College of Nursing, contributing to undergraduate nursing education alongside his clinical practice.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Jinnah Sindh Medical University and has completed extensive clinical training across major tertiary care institutions, including NICU, PICU, ICU, and cardiac care units, perusing a Master degree in nursing from the Dow University. His academic involvement includes external examiner responsibilities and a research publication on mental health among undergraduate nursing students.

His professional interests include Teaching, clinical teaching, critical care nursing, and evidence-based patient management.

Ms. Hannah Tariq is an experienced academic with 7 years of progressive experience in higher education, encompassing teaching, curriculum development, academic coordination, and student mentorship. She has served in key roles including Subject Specialist, Senior Science Lecturer, and Program Coordinator, contributing effectively to both academic delivery and leadership.

She has taught and held academic responsibilities at reputable institutions such as Iqra University and the University of Karachi. Her international academic exposure includes oral and poster presentations at conferences in Amsterdam, Turkey, and Pakistan (OWSD National Chapter).

Ms. Tariq has also served as Assessment & Examination Officer for the British Council and Aga Khan University Examination Board, ensuring quality and integrity in assessment processes. As Program Coordinator (Post RN BScN) at City Institute of Health Sciences, she played a key role in curriculum innovation and program management.

Mr. Abdul Aleem has extensive academic experience, currently serving as a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science and MIT Program at Al-Kawthar University, Karachi. He previously held the positions of Head of Physics and Controller of Examinations at Allama Iqbal College of Science & Commerce, Bahawalpur. He has also served at Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, and at The Islamia University of Bahawalpur. His academic and research interests lie at the intersection of physics education, biomedical imaging, laser spectroscopy, and machine learning applications in medical diagnostics.

Mr. Abdul Aleem holds an M.Phil. in Physics from Quaid-I-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan, with a specialization in Atomic and Molecular Physics and Laser Spectroscopy. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Biomedical Physics at The Islamia University of Bahawalpur. His doctoral research focuses on the diagnostic study of lung disorders from CT scans using deep convolutional neural networks. He completed his B.Ed. in Science and Mathematics and an M.Sc. in Physics with a focus on Semiconductor Physics. With over ten years of teaching and academic administration experience, he integrates experimental physics with modern computational tools to advance both education and research.

Muhammad Daniyal Chundrigar is an Associate Lecturer of Applied Physics at Al-Kawthar University, Karachi. He is an award-winning physicist and dedicated educator with a strong background in theoretical and applied physics, particularly quantum mechanics. A double gold medalist at undergraduate level, he combines academic excellence with a student-centered teaching philosophy. Alongside his teaching role, he has contributed to advanced research at leading institutions and has multiple publications in reputable international journals. His passion lies in making complex scientific concepts accessible, fostering critical thinking, and inspiring the next generation of scientists through innovative and empathetic teaching.

Mr. Sartaj Ahmed is an Associate Lecturer, Subject Specialist, and Research Scholar with a strong foundation in computational sciences. He is currently advancing his expertise by pursuing an MS in Data Science, building upon his academic background in B.S. (Hons.) Computer Science. His professional journey is marked by a blend of academic instruction and technical roles, including serving as an IT Specialist and Data Validator.

With two years of teaching experience as an Instructor and Subject Specialist at the university level, Mr. Ahmed is dedicated to fostering technical excellence in his students. His research portfolio is deeply rooted in the frontiers of modern technology, with specific interests in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Large Language Models (LLMs), Computer Vision, and Deep Learning.

Throughout his academic and professional career, Mr. Ahmed has been recognized for his merit and potential through several prestigious honors. He is a recipient of the STHP-Merit Scholarship from Sukkur IBA University, and the Ehsas Scholarship 2020.

Engr. Muhammad Shahid is a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science with eight years of experience in teaching, research, and academic leadership. He is a registered engineer with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) under registration number COMP/16284. He holds a Master’s degree in Software Engineering and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering.

His research interests include Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Quantum Computing, and the Internet of Things (IoT). He has published research titled “The Internet of Things Architecture, Feasible Applications and Fundamental Challenges” in the International Journal of Computer Applications, published by the Foundation of Computer Science (FCS), New York, USA.

Mr. Saifullah is an Associate Lecturer and Researcher at Al-Kawthar University, Karachi, specializing in Qur’anic Studies, linguistics, and spiritual psychology. With an interdisciplinary academic background, he holds an M.S. in Arabic and Islamic Studies from Bahria University, an M.A. in Islamic Studies from the University of Karachi, and an M.A. in English Literature and Linguistics from the University of Agriculture and NED.

As the founder of the international institute Al-Madin, his teaching methodology integrates classical Qur’anic scholarship with contemporary disciplines such as life coaching, personality development, and emotional well-being. His professional expertise extends to conducting workshops on physical fitness, health awareness, and family life, reflecting a holistic approach to education and mentorship.

An exceptionally prolific author and researcher, he has produced an extensive body of work, including the five-volume Qur’anic Linguistics, Qur’anic Philosophy, Humanity vs. Satanity, and the poetry collection Diwan-e-Saif. His research further bridges the gap between sacred texts and modern science through studies on interpersonal relationship skills, thematic analyses of tyranny, and acoustic phonetic investigations of second language acquisition.

Mr. Shoaib A. Siddiqui is an experienced educator and trainer with 6+ years in English language teaching and 14 years in soft skills and capacity-building programs under U.S.-funded initiatives. He holds an M.A. in Sociology, a B.A. (Honors), and is foreign-certified in advanced English language teaching practices.

A Fulbright Scholar, awarded by the U.S. Department of State, he has implemented youth empowerment programs across Sindh funded by the U.S. Embassy Islamabad. His expertise includes communication skills, public speaking, leadership development, personality development, and career guidance. He also gained international exposure at UCLA, USA.

Miss Mahrukh Siddiqui is an experienced educator with over 10 years of teaching experience, currently serving as an associate lecturer at Al-Kawthar University. She holds a M.Sc. in Zoology and a M.Ed. from the University of Sindh and is presently pursuing an MPhil in Education to further develop her research and leadership skills. She has previously worked as a lecturer and subject coordinator at SZABIST School and Intermediate College. Passionate about student-centered learning, Miss Siddiqui has led a virtual lab initiative to enhance students’ practical skills and organized an annual science fair that attracted over 500 visitors.

Muhammad Huzaifa is a Software Engineer & Generative AI researcher with a strong foundation in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning. Muhammad Huzaifa is also recognized for his leadership role at Tech Carnot, where he contributed to curriculum development and skill-building initiatives and has extensive experience as a corporate developer focused on Generative AI-driven solutions. Specializing in Python, TensorFlow, and computer vision, he blends industry knowledge with his passion for teaching, preparing the next generation of engineers with advanced skills.

Rangers School and College and as a Lecturer in Educational Sciences at the National University of Modern Languages (NUML), Karachi, where he also held positions as Campus Coordinator and Head of Department.

He holds an M.Phil. in Education, an M.Sc. in Applied Physics, and is enrolled in a PhD in Education at the University of Karachi. His research interests include ICT in education, STEM pedagogy, teacher education, and educational psychology. Mr. Muzaffar has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, presented at international conferences, and supervised 50+ B.Ed. and M.Ed. research theses.

Mr Abdullah Athar is a seasoned Supply Chain professional with over 24 years of corporate experience and 11 years of academic teaching experience. With qualifications including MS, ME, MBA, CSCM, PGD, and BE, and a specialization in Supply Chain Management, Abdullah Athar brings strong industry–academia integration to teaching, research, and training.

He has taught Supply Chain, Environmental Science and related electives, published several research papers, and actively worked as a researcher, trainer, and project supervisor in the supply chain domain. Abdullah Athar also has expertise in industry–academia collaboration, and currently serves as Program Manager – Department of Management Science and a Member of BOS & BOF at Al Kawthar University.