Mahnaz Khalafehnilsaz

Public Health academic and researcher with a PhD in Health Education and Promotion from the Shahid Behesti University, Medical of Science, Tehran, Iran and an MRes in Public Health (Distinction) from the University of Wolverhampton. Experienced in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching across public health, health promotion, research methods and health communication, with experience of lecture and workshop delivery, teaching-resource development, assessment, feedback and research supervision. Combines substantial scholarly activity and public health research with a student-centred, inclusive approach to learning.

Experienced in supporting diverse learners, facilitating active learning and translating current evidence into accessible teaching. Fellow of the Royal Society for Public Health (FRSPH) and willing to work towards Fellowship of Advance HE (FHEA), with a strong commitment to academic quality, equality, diversity and inclusion, continuous professional development and research-informed teaching.

Postgraduate Guest Teaching Contributor - University of Wolverhampton - UK

(2026-01)

• Delivered a postgraduate teaching session introducing scoping review methodology to Master's students.
• Participating in redesigning teaching materials and modules for apprenticeship student for nursing and social care school with the global diabetes (GDI) team
• Facilitated discussion and supported students in applying research methods within health and public health contexts.

Part-time Lecturer - Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences - Tehran, Iran

(2023-01 - 2024-12)

• Designed and delivered undergraduate lectures, seminars and practical teaching sessions in health and public health subjects.
• Developed module materials, lesson plans and learning resources aligned with learning objectives.
• Used student-centred and active-learning approaches to promote engagement and critical thinking.
• Designed formative and summative assessments, marked coursework and provided timely academic feedback.
• Supervised undergraduate research projects and supported students with research methods, SPSS and academic writing.
• Contributed to curriculum review and continuous quality improvement. Official teaching certificate available.

Lecturer / Research Teaching Contributor - Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences - Iran

(2018-01 - 2021-12)

• Delivered Communication Skills teaching for doctoral students and facilitated interactive classroom sessions.
• Supported Master's and BSc public health students with research activity, academic communication, presentation and academic writing.
• Promoted critical thinking, reflective learning and professional development. Official teaching certificates available.

Invited Lecturer - Varamin Health Higher Education Complex - Iran

(2017-01 - 2018-12)

• Delivered undergraduate Public Health teaching in Health and Communication Training and Research Methodology in Health Sciences (theory and practical).
• Prepared teaching materials, supported practical learning and assessed student learning. Official teaching certificate available.

Public Health Educator and Researcher - Global Diabetes Initiatives - UK

(2025-01)

• Contribute to community-based public health education and engagement activities, including health promotion and prevention-focused initiatives.
• Support public-facing learning and knowledge-exchange activities with diverse communities.
• Apply public health evidence and communication skills to promote accessible, culturally responsive health information.

Director, Research Planning and Development Department - Academic Centre for Education, Culture and Research (ACECR) - Iran

(2020-01 - 2023-12)

• Led and supported research planning and development activity within an academic and research environment.
• Contributed to research projects, scholarly outputs and collaboration across public health and health-promotion topics.
• Supported research capacity development and the communication of evidence for academic and professional audiences.

Public Health Professional - University of Dezful - Iran

(2011-01 - 2013-12)

• Delivered community health education and training workshops and supported public health programmes.

MRes - Public Health - University of Wolverhampton (2024-01 - 2025-12)

PhD - Health Education and Promotion - Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences (2012-01 - 2017-12)

MSc - Health Education and Promotion - Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences (2008-01 - 2011-12)

BSc - Public Health - University of Hamedan (2005-01 - 2007-12)