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Dr. Muhammad Ejaz Khan

Associate Professor (CEN)

As an innovative computational materials scientist and seasoned educator with a Ph.D. from KAIST, I offer over a decade of expertise, currently serving as an Associate Professor and Associate Head at Computer Engineering Department of NUTECH, Pakistan. I have also held leadership roles including Director of the Local Quality Enhancement Cell at NUTECH, Pakistan. Moreover, I have a proven track record in research. My research mainly focuses on bulk as well as low-dimensional nanostructures for electronic, optoelectronic, and renewable energy harvesting devices. As a Research Scientist at KAIST, an Assistant Professor at COMSATS, and Associate Professor at NUTECH, I bring proficiency in theoretical modelling and development of advanced quantum computational methods and tools utilizing power of high-performance computing for various applications including a commercial quantum dot simulation software for LG Display Korea.

Associate Professor, Department of Computer Engineering, National University of Technology (NUTECH), Islamabad, Pakistan (08.2019–Present)

  • Teaching both at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The courses include Electric  Circuit  Analysis,  Electronic  Devices  and  Circuits, Information and Communication Technologies, Applied Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Computer Programming using Python for Scientists and Engineers at undergraduate level and Research Methodologies at graduate level.
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  • Research activities include advising graduate students in research, publishing research papers in peer-reviewed journals, applying for grants and funding opportunities, and presenting research at conferences and seminars.
  • Services to the university and the community, such as participating in committees and meetings, providing academic and career advising to students, and engaging in outreach activities.
  • Professional development such as attending conferences and workshops.
  • Collaboration with other faculty members and researchers within and outside the university to promote interdisciplinary research and education.

Associate  Head of Department, Department of Computer Engineering, National University of Technology (NUTECH), Islamabad, Pakistan (06.2022–Present)

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  • Developing and implementing departmental policies and procedures.
  • Managing the department's resources, including faculty and staff recruitment, retention, and evaluation.
  • Overseeing curriculum development and course scheduling.
  • Promoting collaboration and partnerships with other departments, universities, and industry partners.
  • Ensuring the department's compliance with relevant regulations and accreditation standards.

Visiting Scientist, Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, Chinese Academy of Sciences (SICCAS), Shanghai, China (06.2024–09.2024)

  • Undertake independent as well as collaborative research aligned with the host Shanghai Institute of Ceramics CAS focus material design and simulations for heat transport and solar cells.
  • Work closely with CAS researchers and international partners to build long-term collaborations, exchange knowledge, and contribute to global scientific initiatives.
  • Provide guidance to postgraduate students and junior researchers, sharing expertise and promoting advanced research methodologies.
  • Strengthen ties between CAS and NUTECH, fostering academic and technological exchanges for mutual benefit.

Director, Local Quality Enhancement Cell (LQEC), National University of Technology (NUTECH), IJP Road, Sector I-12 Islamabad 44000, Pakistan (10.2019–07.2023)

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  • Overseeing the design, development, and implementation of quality assurance programs that ensure academic excellence and student success.
  • Developing and implementing a quality assurance framework that measures the effectiveness of the university's teaching and learning, research, and administrative processes.
  • Conducting internal audits and reviews to identify areas of improvement and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
  • Providing training and support to faculty and staff on quality assurance processes and procedures.
  • Developing and maintaining relationships with external regulatory and accreditation bodies to ensure that the university meets their requirements.
  • Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of quality assurance programs and making recommendations for improvements.
  • Preparing reports on quality assurance activities and outcomes for university leadership, external stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.

Research Scientist, School of Electrical Engineering, KAIST, 291 Daehak-ro, Yuseong- gu, Daejeon 34141, Republic of Korea (9.2016–07.2019)

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  • Conducting research in the area of Nanotechnology, particularly, about perovskite- based flexible electronic devices and solar cells for renewable energy. Moreover, it also includes designing and carry out simulation work, analyzing data, and contributing to the development of new research ideas.
  • Collaborating with Faculty Members and other researchers within the department and with research groups from other departments, different universities, industrial R&D labs (for example: LG Korea) and research institutes. Participation in collaborative research projects and contributing to grant proposals and publications.
  • Mentoring Graduate and Undergraduate Students who are working on research projects in school of electrical engineering at KAIST, Korea and teaching them the Electronic Structure Theory for NanoMaterials course.
  • Professional Development such as Attending conferences, workshops, and seeking additional training in the field of Nanotechnology.

Assistant Professor, Electrical Engineering Department, COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, Pakistan (01.2016–08.2016)

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  • Teaching both at the undergraduate and graduate levels such as Electronic Devices and Circuits at undergraduate level and Quantum Transport in Semiconductors at graduate level.
  • Research activities including advising graduate students in research.

Research Scholar, Graduate School of Nano Science and Technology, KAIST, 291 Daehak-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon 34141, Republic of Korea (02.2010–12.2015)

  • Conducting Research
  • Participating in Departmental Activities
  • Collaborating with Faculty Members
  • Writing and Presenting Research
  • Instructor and Teaching Assistant

Lecturer, Electrical Engineering Department, COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, Pakistan (09.2007–01.2010)

  • Teaching courses in electrical engineering undergraduate students including Electric Circuit Analysis, Electronic Devices and Circuits, VLSI Design, and Embedded Systems.
  • Advising undergraduate students, providing guidance on coursework, projects, and career opportunities.
  • Service to the Institution, for example, miscellaneous duties assigned by the institute such as service on committees and participating in organizing the institutional events.