I have gained extensive practical experience in a variety of academic and administrative roles across multiple faculties. These roles include:

• Lectureship: I have been responsible for delivering lectures and tutorials (both online and face-to-face), as well as conducting, supervising, and managing laboratory sessions, workshops, and residential schools. My involvement also extends to day-to-day operational processes such as timetabling, assessment, examination systems, and program accreditation. Additionally, I have overseen the requirements of undergraduate (Honours) and postgraduate (Master’s and PhD) students, including their supervision.
• Postgraduate Supervision: Alongside my teaching responsibilities, I have supervised numerous research projects, including the completion of over 20 Honours, 5 Master's, and 10 PhD students, as well as three postdoctoral research fellows. This work has resulted in several publications in internationally accredited scientific journals.
• Faculty Environmental Officer (Faculty of Pharmacy, Monash University): Gained extensive knowledge of environmental, safety, and OHS issues.
• Honours Degree Program Coordinator (Charles Sturt University): For 5 years I coordinated honours applications, allocated projects/supervisors, ensured appropriate supervision and facilities, and mediated conflicts between students and supervisors.
• School Biosafety Officer and a academic member of school ethics committee (Charles Sturt University): Assessed human and ethics applications, advised on risk assessment for biological work, developed codes of practice, advised on waste disposal policies, and conducted inspections of containment facilities.
• School Outreach Community Program Coordinator: Organized events such as open days, managed excursions for high school students, and facilitated visits to local industries for university students.
• Residential Schools Program Coordinator: Arranged timetables for distance students, managed laboratory sessions, and assigned tutors.

I hold a PhD degree in molecular biology and microbiology from the University of Limerick, Republic of Ireland, having previously completed a M.Sc. degree in biotechnology and biological engineering at the University of Birmingham, England. In addition, I have completed a Graduate Certificate of Higher Education at the Centre for the Advancement of Learning and Teaching (CALT), Monash University. This has provided me with theoretical and practical knowledge in a variety of topics related to tertiary level teaching, learning, and assessment strategies. 

1. College of Clinical Science, Central Queensland University (June 2023- Present)
2. Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Monash University (2020-2023)
3. School of Biomedical Sciences, Charles Sturt University (2010-2020)
4. Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Monash University (2001-2010)
5. University Department of Medicine, University of Western Australia (1994-2000)

• 5 X Funding for PhD Scholarships ($150K each).
• Monash Research Fund Award of $160,000
• I have also been granted several teaching awards, most recently the 2019 School Teaching Award by the School of Biomedical Sciences at Charles Sturt University.

I have 45 publications and one book chapter in various fields of research. These include the molecular pathology of inflammatory joint diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, cancer cell biology, molecular microbiology, and gene therapy. My media citation varies from h-index = 136 (my highest) to h-index of 100,80,50,20,10 respectively. 

I have over 20 years teaching and subject Coordination experience at undergraduate and post-graduate courses in Biomedical Science and Biotechnology Degrees (Charles Sturt University and Monash University 2011-2023). Subjects i taught include:  Molecular Biology, Medical Microbiology and Clinical Bacteriology, Applied Immunology, Pharmaceutical Microbiology, Fundamentals of DNA Fingerprinting, Therapeutic Proteins, Drug Development, Cell Function, Communication and Pathology, Cell-Culture Techniques etc.

• Teaching and Coordination: Experience in teaching various subjects at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including course coordination and curriculum development.
• Research: Involvement in conducting original research, securing research grants, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, presenting at conferences, and supervising research students (e.g., Honours, Masters, PhD).
• Academic Administration: Holding roles such as course coordinator, honours coordinator, or department head, which involve managing academic programs, mentoring faculty, and overseeing student progress.
• Industry Collaboration: Working with industry partners on research projects, consultancy, or contributing to professional practice outside of the university setting.
• Professional Development: Engaging in continuous learning, attending workshops, attending national and international conferences, and staying updated with advancements in one's field.
• Community and Outreach: Participating in community engagement, outreach programs, public lectures, and contributing to societal issues through expertise.
• Professional Service: Serving on editorial boards, as peer reviewers (e.g. for Nature journal) for academic journals, on grant review panels, or in professional organizations related to one's field.

1. Australian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Society 
2. European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR)
3. AIMS (affiliated Member)

1. Honours degree program coordinator for 5 years at the School of Biomedical Sciences Charles Sturt University; CSU. This involved coordination of applications and allocating projects/supervisors to students; welcoming new students, ensuring appropriate supervision and facilities are available, and that a suitable program of study and research has been established; Ensuring all students receive appropriate induction and the Honours Program Guide; Acting as mediator and facilitator for the resolution of conflicts between students and supervisors.

I have a long-standing interest in the field of arthritis research, particularly focusing on the role of cytokines in cartilage erosion and synovial membrane inflammation. This research has driven my academic pursuits and deepened my understanding of inflammatory processes within the musculoskeletal system.

In addition to my research, I am passionate about teaching particularly in the principles and applications of molecular biology across various disciplines, including forensic science. I find great fulfillment in conducting workshops that not only educate but also engage participants in hands-on learning. One particularly notable workshop I designed and conducted was a 3-day intensive laboratory program aimed at both students and professionals, including police officers. This workshop was met with significant interest due to its practical, real-world applications. My responsibilities encompassed the design, coordination, management, and supervision of the entire program.

During the workshop, participants were divided into groups and tasked with solving a crime scene scenario over the course of three days. They were provided with a variety of physical evidence from meticulously crafted mock crime scenes, including blood-stained knives, hairs, stained shovels, used chewing gum, and wine glasses. Using advanced molecular techniques, participants analyzed this evidence to piece together the crime, thereby gaining invaluable experience in forensic science applications. The workshop was not only educational but also offered a unique, immersive experience that bridged the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application.

I contributed to the development of a drug aimed at treating breast cancer by targeting the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR). My role involved cloning various fragments of the EGFR gene and investigating each for stability and half-life, which are critical factors in the drug's effectiveness. This research was conducted over a span of four years during my postdoctoral work at the University Department of Medicine, University of Western Australia, in collaboration with Royal Perth Hospital.

• Microsoft Office: PowerPoint, Excel, Word
• Extensive application of National Centre for Biotechnology information (NCBI) Software tools
• Statistical Software: Minitab, Prism (for graphs and basic statistical analysis)
• AI tools, ChatGPT, Copilot and Gemini.

• Therapeutic Proteins, 2012, p.157-188A book chapter: Half‐Life Extension by Fusion to the Fc Region. Published by John Wiley 2012 - https://doi.org/10.1002/9783527644827.ch9 
• Several laboratory manuals for undergraduate and graduate students
• Several research articles for publications in international journals

Over the past 20 years and as a senior research supervisor i have been providing consultancy for honors, masters, PhD and post-doctoral research scientists.