Ph.D. English Literature , Applied Linguistics
Open To Work
Muhammad Rafiq
MY UNIVERSITY
Riyadh
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired Job Title
English TeacherAcademic ResearcherEnglish as a Second Language InstructorResearch Assistant
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkConsultingSeasonal Work
Location Preference
Remote
4
Languages
1
Certification
5
Years of experience
Ph.D. scholar in English Literature with specialization in Applied Linguistics, TEFL, and TESOL, and over 8 years of teaching and academic experience at school and university levels in Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. Experienced Research Supervisor and Academic Mentor with a strong record of guiding undergraduate and postgraduate students in research proposal development, literature review, research methodology, academic writing, and thesis supervision.
Work History
2 Years 2 Months
08.2024 - Current
2 Years 2 Months
ESL / English Teacher (British Curriculum)
JAWAHIR ALRIYADH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL | RIYADH
08.2024 - Current
- Delivering high-quality ESL instruction within a British curriculum framework, using Oxford Discover to support language acquisition and academic literacy.
- (Full-Time)
10.2026 - Current
English as a Second Language Instructor
Al Shamelah International School | Riyadh
10.2026 - Current
- Assisted department head in establishing daily schedules, curriculum, and ESL activities.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
- Documented student attendance and progress against goals.
2 Years 7 Months
03.2024 - Current
2 Years 7 Months
Adjunct Faculty (Part-Time)
MY UNIVERSITY
03.2024 - Current
- Provide academic instruction and research supervision to undergraduate and postgraduate students in English Language, Linguistics, and Literature through remote teaching platforms. Guide students in research topic selection, proposal development, literature review writing, research methodology, and academic writing practices.
- (Remote)
2 Years
03.2022 - 03.2024
2 Years
Lecturer in Linguistics
UNIVERSITY OF SWAT
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Taught core linguistics and applied linguistics courses including English for Specific Purposes (ESP), Second Language Acquisition (SLA), World Englishes, Phonetics and Phonology, Morphology and Syntax, and Curriculum, Syllabus Design, and Language Testing.
- (Full-Time)
Education
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PHD) - ENGLISH LITERATURE
Muslim Youth University | 01.2025
- Research focus on Transnational Identity in Contemporary Diasporic Experiences, examining issues of migration, hybridity, belonging, and cultural negotiation in modern literature.
- Engaging in advanced literary theory, critical analysis, and interdisciplinary research related to diaspora, postcolonial studies, and globalization.
- GPA: 3.50 / 4.00
MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY (M.PHIL) - APPLIED LINGUISTICS
Hazara University | 09.2021
- Specialized in Applied Linguistics, with strong academic training in phonology, sociolinguistics, and second language acquisition.
- Master's research titled "Phonological Variation in Verbs in Pashto Spoken in District Swat", focusing on regional dialectal variation and phonological patterns.
- GPA: 3.52 / 4.00
BACHELOR OF STUDIES (BS) - ENGLISH
University of Swat | 08.2017
- Completed comprehensive coursework in English Literature, Linguistics, and Academic Writing, developing strong analytical, research, and professional communication skills.
- Relevant Coursework: Language Teaching Methodology, World Englishes, Pragmatics, Second Language Acquisition (SLA), Research Methodology in Linguistics, Stylistics, Language, Culture and Identity, English for Specific Purposes (ESP), Syllabus Designing and Testing.
- GPA: 3.44 / 4.00
Skills
Collaborative Leadership.
Strategic Gap Analysis.
Literary Analysis.
Educational technology.
Students Assessment
Lesson Plan.
Develop Teaching Materials
End-to-End delivery
Certification
- TEFL TESOL, TEFL UNIVERSAL - 2025
- TEFL, TEACHERS RECORD - 2024
LANGUAGES
English: Professional / Advance
Urdu: Native
Pashto: Native
Arabic: Working Knowledge
AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS
1.Prime Minister’s Laptop Scheme (Pakistan).
2.Reimbursement Scholarship for PATA & FATA .
Personal Information
- Marital Status: Married
- Work Permit: Work Visa (Transferable)
- Religion: Islam
- Visa Status: Work Visa (Transferable)
- ID Type: Iqama Number
- ID Number: 2592954065
Volunteer Experience
- 1. ALKHIDMAT Foundation Pakistan, President (Volunteer), 2022, 2024.
- 2. Blood Chain Pakistan, Regional Supervisor (Volunteer), 2020, 2023.
Timeline
English as a Second Language Instructor
Al Shamelah International School
10.2026 - CurrentRead more
ESL / English Teacher (British Curriculum)
JAWAHIR ALRIYADH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
08.2024 - CurrentRead more
Adjunct Faculty (Part-Time)
MY UNIVERSITY
03.2024 - CurrentRead more
Lecturer in Linguistics
UNIVERSITY OF SWAT
03.2022 - 03.2024Read more
University of Swat - BACHELOR OF STUDIES (BS), ENGLISH
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Hazara University - MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY (M.PHIL), APPLIED LINGUISTICS
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Muslim Youth University - DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PHD), ENGLISH LITERATURE
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