Muhammad Abdul Samad

A physician-researcher and public health strategist with over 15 years of multifaceted experience bridging clinical medicine, academic research, and organizational leadership. Holding an M.Sc. in International Health and Management with Commendation from the University of Aberdeen (UK) and an M.B.B.S. from Karachi University, possessing a rare synergy of clinical acumen and high-level management expertise. As the Managing Director of Shaheen Research Group, spearheaded a nationwide initiative to institutionalize evidence-based medicine, transforming the research landscape through high-impact consultancy and capacity building.

Leadership is defined by the successful execution of over 70 specialized workshops across Pakistan; ranging from elite military teaching hospitals to district-level healthcare centers thereby equipping a generation of healthcare professionals with critical skills in research methodology, biostatistics, and medical writing. Professional trajectory is marked by a commitment to academic rigor and systemic development. Served as a catalyst for institutional growth, providing expert research consultancy to pharmaceutical companies, academic faculties, and medical universities.

Technically proficient in a suite of advanced research tools (SPSS, STATA, NVivo, EndNote) and AI-driven academic utilities, offering a sophisticated approach to data management, protocol development, report writing and manuscript development.

Honorary Research Associate at National Institute of Public Administration (NIPA) (2024-10 – Present)

• Written and published 11 Case Studies in HEC Recognized Journals and a qualitative research published in the HEC and PM&DC recognized journal
• Assisted in Writing three books (Karachi Games 2023 (English), Role of District Administration in Eradication of Polio in Pakistan (English); Pakistan Main Polio ka Khatma (Urdu))
• Assistance for Individual Research Project (IRP) for Mid-Career management Course (MCMC) and Senior Management Course (SMC) participants
• Assisted in guiding and mentoring the interns at NIPA, Karachi during their internship time period
• I also helped in in identifying new MOUs and worked on improving the brand image of NIPA, Karachi
• I managed the official Facebook page of NIPA, Karachi and ensure public engagement

Visiting Faculty at Faculty of Medicine, University of Karachi (2017-01 – 2022-06)

• Served as a Visiting Faculty member teaching MD and MS postgraduate candidates
• I delivered specialized lectures focused on Basic Epidemiology and Biostatistics
• Taught essential quantitative skills for medical research, covering study design, data distribution, and statistics
• I assisted students in applying statistical principles with clinical applications to improve their overall research abilities

Managing Director at Shaheen Research Group (2015-11 – 2024-09)

• Established a research support platform providing consultancy to academic institutions, faculty members, and pharmaceutical companies
• Supervised the "Research Internship Program," mentoring undergraduate medical students in completing evidence-based medicine projects
• Conducted specialized workshops on Synopsis/Manuscript Writing, Data Analysis (SPSS), EndNote, Basic Epidemiology and Biostatistics for prestigious institutions across Pakistan

Demonstrator & Ethical Review Committee Coordinator at Research Training & Monitoring Cell, Karachi Medical and Dental College (KM&DC) (2013-02 – 2015-09)

• Provided expert consultation on synopsis development, manuscript writing, and data analysis to both faculty members and undergraduate medical and dental students
• Organized a research symposium for undergraduate medical students
• Invited former head of Global Siemens Diagnostics and Emeritus professor University of Cologne through (SES, Germany) for Diagnostic upgradation at Abbasi Shaheed Hospital, Karachi
• Served as Coordinator of the Ethical Review Committee
• Facilitated capacity-building workshops on Research Methodology, Basic Epidemiology and Biostatistics, SPSS, Endnote and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Guidelines
• In charge Learning and Resource Centre

Assistant Editor at Pakistan Journal of Medical & Dental Sciences (PJMDS) (2014 – 2014)

• Served on the inaugural Editorial Board, playing an integral role in the journal's establishment
• Oversaw the peer-review and publication process for the first two issues, covering diverse clinical topics such as urology, surgery, and neonatology

Research Coordinator (Oceanos Study) at Sanofi-Aventis Pakistan Limited

Multi-national Observational study on Clinical practices and Therapeutic management of Mineral and Bone disorders in Chronic Kidney Disease 4, 5 & 5D

• Managed a multi-national observational study evaluating therapeutic management of mineral and bone disorders in Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) stages 4, 5, and 5D
• Coordinated operations at two major sites: Department of Nephrology, Abbasi Shaheed Hospital, and Qatar Hospital, Orangi Town

Research Assistant at Research Training & Monitoring Cell, Karachi Medical and Dental College (KM&DC) (2012-01 – 2012-07)

• Served as Research Assistant for Research Director for ongoing research projects
• Assisted in conducting training workshops on Basic Epidemiology, Basic Biostatistics, SPSS and manuscript writing
• Facilitated faculty members and undergraduate medical and dental students of Community Medicine and Community Dentistry in their research projects
• The facilitation provided was for Literature search, Research Protocol development, data analysis and assistance in selection of journal for publication
• Assisted in day to day functioning of the Research Training and Monitoring Cell, KM&DC
• Assisted in drafting presentations and reports

House Officer (Medicine & Surgery) at Tertiary Care Centre (2007-06 – 2008-08)

• Completed one-year clinical rotation (six months each in Medicine and Surgery), managing patient history, examinations, ward rounds, and basic procedures

M.Sc. in International Health and Management – University of Aberdeen (2010-11)

Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Public Administration – University of Karachi (2009)

M.B.B.S in Medicine and Surgery – Karachi Medical & Dental College (Affiliated with University of Karachi) (2007)