Saeeda Rafiq

Dedicated professional with strong academic and practical experience in education, sociology, research methodologies, and health sciences. Skilled in report writing, editing, communication, and cross-cultural collaboration. Known for excellent organizational abilities, innovative problem-solving, and leadership in academic and community development roles.

Administrator - NGO, Social Sector - Toronto, Ontario, Canada

(2011-01)

Graduate Assistant (Research & Teaching) - York University - Toronto, Canada

(2008-09 - 2010-04)

• Assisted faculty with research design, data analysis, and academic publications
• Supported undergraduate teaching and evaluation in education and health sciences
• Contributed to conferences, seminars, and academic workshops

Administrator - Hamdard University - Karachi, Pakistan

(1998-01 - 1999-12)

Hamdard School of medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences

• Oversaw administrative operations in the Faculty of Health Sciences
• Coordinated academic events and seminars with faculty and students
• Supported institutional development in medical education and training

Lecturer (Community Medicine & Health Management) - Baqai Medical University - Karachi, Pakistan

(1996-01 - 1998-12)

• Taught courses in community development and related modules
• Conducted research projects on health awareness and community development
• Represented the university in international collaborations with global institutions

President – Socio-Medical Sector, Public Health Scientist & Social Scientist - Baqai Medical University - Karachi, Pakistan

(1996-01 - 1998-12)

• Led socio-medical initiatives addressing community health and public education
• Organized health awareness programs, research exhibitions, and student engagement projects
• Collaborated with national and international organizations on public health issues

Lecturer (Sciences) - Siqara College - Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

• Taught Biology, Physics, Chemistry, and related sciences at the college level

Doctor of Business Administration - Business Administration

Graduate Courses - Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Environmental health, Health Administration (Public Health) - USA

Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Research Methodologies (quantitative and qualitative), Science Technology and Society, Globalization/Modernization, Urban education - York University (2010)

Diploma in Business Administration - Business Administration - Toronto, Canada (2012)

Master of Sociology - Research Methodologies, Urban Sociology, Urban development, Community Development - University of Karachi (1995)

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Microbiology (Epidemiology & Biostatistics, Bacteria, virus, immunization), Biochemistry, Blood chemistry, Vitamins, proteins, Botany (Plant kingdom, Fruits, ve - University of Karachi

Grade 9-12 - Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Math