About Me
I am a multilingual agricultural scientist, data analyst, and business analyst with a career that spans veterinary practice, dairy training, microbiology, academic lecturing, and advanced research. My journey has taken me from working as a veterinarian and dairy trainer to serving as a quality control microbiologist and a university lecturer, each role strengthening my commitment to improving animal health, food systems, and community knowledge. After completing my PhD in Animal Sciences at the University of Queensland, I now work at Neogen Australasia where I combine data analysis, research, and industry insights to support real-world decision making.
I am also passionate about science communication and community engagement. As an MLA Red Meat Industry Ambassador and a Young Science Ambassador, I work to translate complex scientific information into practical and accessible knowledge for students, farmers, and the wider community. My work brings together agriculture, data, communication, and education to inform, empower, and inspire others.
Qualification
The University of Queensland
October 2018 - 2023
University of Agriculture in Faisalabad
Sep 2014 – Jan 2017
University of Agriculture in Faisalabad
Sep 2009 – July 2014
Experience
June 2023 – Continue
Data Specialist
Organization: Neogen Australasia Pty Limited
2022-2023
Outreach Officer
Organization: The Australasian Society for the Study of Animal Behavior (ASSAB)
Coordinated outreach activities to promote public understanding of animal behaviour research across Australia and New Zealand.
Developed science communication content for social media, newsletters, and public engagement platforms.
Organised virtual and in-person events, including seminars, student engagement sessions, and community awareness initiatives.
June – Sep 2021
Career Development Framework Research placement
Organization: Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO)
Agriculture and Food
Project: Flystrike vaccine development
https://cdf.graduate-school.uq.edu.au/story/3582/find-solutions-real-life-challenges(https://cdf.graduate-school.uq.edu.au/story/3582/find-solutions-real-life-challenges)
Aug 2017 – May 2018
Dairy Trainer
Organization: FrieslandCampina® (Engro Foods Pakistan Limited)
Project: Big push towards rural economy/farmer-based training program
This project created 18000+ dairy farmers, 600 Female Micro Businesses, 300 Female Livestock Extension
Entrepreneurs and 300 Female Village Milk Collectors and won commonwealth company of the year award
(https://www.brecorder.com/news/414266).
Job Responsibilities: Demonstration of basic livestock techniques and farm management skills to rural men and
women, coordination with local livestock managers and local producers for meetups to improve basic livestock
practices, mobilization of farmer community for professional short courses.
Jan 2017 – July 2017
Quality Control Microbiologist
Organization: Sanna Labs, Veterinary Pharmaceutical Company, Pakistan
Job Responsibilities: Sample collection, storage and inventory management, sterility testing of veterinary injections
and vaccines, development of research protocols, antibiotic assays of veterinary antibiotics, area monitoring to control
“Bio burden”, PCR. data management and record maintenance of microbiology section.
Feb 2016 – June 2017
Visiting Lecturer
Government College University, Faisalabad (Pakistan)
Awards and Certifications
First Aid support Certificate
A Statement of Attainment is issued by a Registered Training Organisation when an individual has completed one or more accredited units.
Young Science Ambassador Award
In recognition of dedication and commitment to STEM education
UQ Student Representative
In recognition of my participation in the UQ Student Reps Bootcamp
