Alawi Habara
Dammam,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Assistant Professor in Biochemistry and Medical Genetics with extensive experience in research, teaching, supervision, and administration. A methodical, detail-oriented approach ensures high-quality results across all tasks. Proven ability to foster student engagement and academic achievement. Dedicated to advancing knowledge in the field through innovative teaching methods.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2018
2018
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Assistant Professor
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University - Biochemistry Department
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
01.2021 - 12.2025
- Upheld a productive research agenda within the discipline.
- Facilitated strong relationships with external stakeholders for collaboration opportunities.
- Organised guest lectures to provide students with diverse perspectives.
- Collaborated with colleagues for interdisciplinary research projects.
Lecturer
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
01.2013 - 01.2021
- Advised students on academic progress to ensure positive results.
- Developed comprehensive course curriculum by aligning with university standards.
- Contributed to departmental meetings and committees for strategic decision-making.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods, improved student engagement rates.
Demonstrator (Teaching asistant)
University of Dammam
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Assessed student performance during labs and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Organised workshops which enhanced students' practical skills and understanding.
- Developed lesson plans that resulted in comprehensive coverage of curriculum topics.
- Encouraged interactive learning by creating engaging demonstrations for students.
ER Physician
King Fahd Hospital of the University
Khobar, Saudi Arabia
01.2007 - 01.2008
Medical Intern
King Fahd Hospital of the University
01.2006 - 01.2007
Education
Ph.D. - Molecular and Translational Medicine
Boston University
Boston, USAM.Sc. - Medical Genetics
University of Glasgow
UKMBBS - Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
King Faisal University
Dammam, KSA 04.2001 - 01.2007
Skills
- Educational technology and course design
- Module leadership and peer review
- Online teaching tools and student assessment
- Data analysis (RStudio, FlowJo)
- Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
Certification
2025-01-01, Data Science, HarvardX (Online course program offered by Harvard University, in collaboration with edX)
Custom Section
2025-08-29
Personal Information
- Title: Assistant Professor
- Date of birth: 1983-01-30
- Nationality: Saudi
Volunteer
- 2024-07-01, 2024-07-01, Mentor/supervise high school students in Shagaf summer program, IAU-College of Medicine
- 2023-07-01, 2023-09-09, Mentor/supervise students from the College of Medicine, Mini-PhD internship companion program. ReachSci- Cambridge University
Languages
English
Fluent
Arabic
Native
Timeline
Assistant Professor
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University - Biochemistry Department
01.2021 - 12.2025
Lecturer
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
01.2013 - 01.2021
Demonstrator (Teaching asistant)
University of Dammam
01.2010 - 01.2013
ER Physician
King Fahd Hospital of the University
01.2007 - 01.2008
Medical Intern
King Fahd Hospital of the University
01.2006 - 01.2007
MBBS - Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
King Faisal University
04.2001 - 01.2007
Ph.D. - Molecular and Translational Medicine
Boston University
M.Sc. - Medical Genetics
University of Glasgow