Curriculum Vitae

Dr Shwan Abdullah Hamad
📧 shwan.hamad.uk1@gmail.com | 📞 +964 777 150 2542

Personal Profile

·         PhD-qualified specialist in Novel Techniques for Microencapsulation of Probiotic Bacteria with over a decade of teaching and research experience at university and secondary levels. Expert in formulation science, drug delivery, and encapsulation technologies, with a strong focus on developing novel micro/nano-delivery systems for probiotics and pharmaceuticals. A dynamic researcher with proven publication, supervision, and project leadership experience, coupled with a successful entrepreneurial background in the UK. Currently seeking to contribute to innovative research and development or academic initiatives in the fields of pharmaceutical sciences, materials chemistry, or drug formulation.

Key Skills and Expertise

·         Advanced knowledge in colloid & interface science: emulsions, foams, nanoparticles, Pickering systems

·         Extensive hands-on research in the encapsulation of living cells, probiotics, and pharmaceuticals

·         Practical experience in drug delivery systems, shellac nanoparticles, and controlled release

·         Skilled in characterisation techniques: SEM, confocal fluorescence, UV-Vis, HPLC, GC-MS, Ion chromatography, electrophoresis

·         Strong communicator with academic writing, scientific reporting, and public speaking experience

·         Leadership in supervising MSc/BSc student research, CPD coordination, and departmental management

·         Trained in health and safety, research governance, and PGCE-certified for science education

·         Entrepreneurial mindset: successfully managed hospitality businesses in the UK

Academic Qualifications

·         PhD in Chemistry (University of Hull, UK, 2012), Thesis: Novel Techniques for Microencapsulation of Probiotic Bacteria

·         PGCE in Secondary Science Education (Chemistry), Leeds Trinity University, UK, 2015

·         BSc (Hons) in Chemistry with Forensic Science & Toxicology, University of Hull, UK, 2008 (2:1)

Professional Experience

Lecturer in Pharmacy, Komar University of Science & Technology, Iraq | Sept 2024 – Ongoing

·         Taught modules: Physical Pharmacy, Advanced Pharmaceutical Analysis, Drug Delivery Systems

·         Supervised student research in controlled drug release using natural and synthetic micro- and Nano drug carriers.

Self-Employed Entrepreneur, UK | Marketing & Hospitality Sector | July 2022 – Present

·         Operated and managed a high-end restaurant and supermarket business

Chemistry Lecturer, Hull College Group, UK | Sept 2020 – July 2022

·         Delivered applied chemistry courses to healthcare-track students (nurses, medics, allied health)

Head of Department / Lecturer in Physical Chemistry, University of Sulaimani, Iraq | Nov 2013 – Sept 2019

·         Led academic and administrative functions of the department

·         Initiated and ran CPD programs; supervised thesis students; led curriculum development

·         Courses included: Colloid and Interface Science, Environmental Pollution, Forensic Chemistry, Teacher Training

Research Group Leader, University of Sulaimani, Iraq | Nov 2013 – July 2019

·         Led pharmaceutical formulation and encapsulation research projects

·         Mentored final-year research students and coordinated collaborations with other groups

Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Hull, UK | Apr 2012 – July 2013

·         Developed biodegradable solidified foams for wound dressing applications

·         Co-supervised MSc students, authored publications, and presented at seminars and conferences

PhD Researcher, (Unilever Collaboration) University of Hull, UK | Oct 2008 – Apr 2012

·         Pioneered techniques for cell encapsulation using Pickering emulsions, shellac microcapsules, and sporopollenin

·         Characterised delivery systems via SEM, confocal fluorescence microscopy

·         Supervised junior researchers and collaborated on industry-facing projects

Research Assistant, University of Hull, UK | Aug 2008 – Oct 2008

·         Microencapsulation and viability testing of yeast cells

Publications

·         Hamad SA, Self-regulating naturally occurring microcapsules for controlled release of Levodopa, JZS, 2019

·         Hamad SA, et al., Triggered release kinetics of living cells from composite microcapsules, PCCP, 2013

·         Hamad SA, et al., Triggered cell release from shellac–cell composite microcapsules, Soft Matter, 2012

·         Hamad SA, et al., encapsulation of living cells into sporopollenin microcapsules, J. Mater. Chem., 2011

·         [Others listed upon request or in preparation]

Google Scholar: 144 citations | h-index: 3

Conferences & Scientific Presentations

·         Lecture Speaker, 5th Mesopotamia Medical Congress, 2013, Sulaimani

·         Poster Presenter, MRS Annual Meeting, 2012, Boston, USA

·         Speaker, 10th Int. Conf. on Materials Chemistry (MC10), 2011, Manchester, UK

·         Multiple presentations at Unilever R&D, Netherlands (2008–2012)

Achievements & Interests

·         Authored and published a novel, A Clove Necklace, available in English and Kurdish

·         Successfully launched and managed UK-based businesses

·         Mentored and supervised numerous students through to graduation

·         Passionate about merging science with storytelling and education

References

Available upon request