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Ibrar Khan

@ibrarkhan1

Tenured professor and Director at COBAM, advancing research in antibiotic resistance, bacteriophages, and antimicrobial therapeutics.

Pakistan

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to lead biotech/microbiology research and teaching that tackles antibiotic resistance—combining molecular characterization, in silico work, and translational antimicrobial discovery—while building collaborative teams, funded projects, and strong supervision.

I am a Director at the Centre of Biotechnology and Microbiology (COBAM), University of Peshawar, and a Tenured Professor. In 2024, I stepped into the “Director (Full Term)” role while continuing to lead research and teaching with a strong emphasis on impact, rigor, and biosafety.

My work focuses on molecular characterization and mutational analysis of antibiotic-resistant genes, supported by in silico studies and hands-on lab validation. I also drive discovery and development efforts for new bacteriophages and engineered endolysins against drug-resistant bacterial pathogens, and I assess herbal medicine and natural products for antimicrobial activity against pathogenic bacteria.

I have led funded projects across antimicrobial susceptibility testing (including MIC testing and pathogen isolation), PCR and microscopy-based workflows, and bioassay screening and standardization for medicinal plants. I actively supervise research (HEC and IRTC Approved Supervisor), contribute to program leadership (e.g., Coordinator BS Biotechnology Program), and bring a strong publication record (Articles = 64; IF ≈ 100; Citations = 1132; h-index = 17).

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Professor (Tenured)

Current

University of Peshawar

Apr 2023 - Present (3 years 2 months)

Conducts research on molecular characterization and mutational analysis of antibiotic-resistant genes, including in silico studies. Works on discovery and development of bacteriophages, endolysins, and engineered endolysins to target drug-resistant bacterial pathogens while continuing teaching and research leadership.

Mutational Analysis Antibiotic Resistant Gene Profiling Bacteriophage Research Research Leadership

Remote Research Fellow

Metharath University

Jan 2024 - Jan 2026 (2 years)

Contributed to ongoing remote biotechnology and microbiology research activities in collaboration with academic partners. Supported research work through remote analysis, documentation, and scientific communication.

Remote Collaboration literature review Data Analysis Scientific Writing Research Planning Bioinformatics Support Academic Coordination

Associate Professor

University of Peshawar

Sep 2012 - Apr 2019 (6 years 7 months)

Led teaching and research activities centered on molecular characterization of antibiotic-resistant genes. Conducted mutational analysis and supported epidemiology-focused studies of clinically relevant bacterial pathogens.

Mutational Analysis Antibiotic Resistance Gene Analysis ESBL Carbapenemase Studies Molecular Epidemiology PCR Scientific Writing

Lecturer

University of Peshawar

Feb 2010 - Sep 2012 (2 years 7 months)

Delivered teaching and supported research in genetics and biotechnology, including molecular and cellular biology topics. Contributed to instruction across human and general genetics, cellular signaling, and medical biotechnology.

Genetics Instruction Human Genetics Biotechnology Classical Genetics Molecular Biology Research Support

Assistant Professor

University of Peshawar

Jan 2007 - Jan 2011 (4 years)

Performed teaching and research focused on antimicrobial susceptibility and molecular characterization of pathogenic bacteria. Conducted laboratory-based screening and profiling to support applied biotechnology research.

Pathogen Isolation Molecular Profiling Medicinal Plant Analysis Laboratory Research