Waqas Khan
Email: waqaskhan600.wk@gmail.com| Phone: +92 3131933713
About me
I am a passionate biotechnologist and researcher specializing in molecular biology, genomics, and bioinformatics. By integrating hands-on lab techniques with advanced computational tools, I drive innovative applications in areas such as cancer research, diagnostics, and personalized medicine.
EXPERIENCE
Research Assistant | Pakistan Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
Expression, and Purification of Taq DNA polymerase in E. coli BL21(DE3) using the pET-28a(+) vector, Mammalian cell culture, particularly focusing on hybridoma-based systems for antibody and protein production, Development of BRCA1/2 Multiplex Diagnostic Kit, ELISA Kit development for HCV, gDNA
isolation Kit, Mouse Caring and dissection for in-vivo studies ensuring high-quality translational research
Research Assistant | University of Agriculture
DNA/RNA Extraction from different sources (Blood & Plants), ARMS PCR for allele specific detection, Gradient PCR for Primer Optimization, NanoDrop for quality Check, Gel Electrophoresis for visualization, Lab management overseeing daily operations, equipment maintenance, inventory, and safety compliance,
Student training programs, mentoring on molecular techniques like ARMS-PCR and gel electrophoresis for skill-building and research efficiency.
Student training programs, mentoring on molecular techniques like ARMS-PCR and gel electrophoresis for skill-building and research efficiency.
Research Officer | Center for Non-Communicable Disease - CNCD
Engaged diverse patients with stroke, Parkinson’s, and other conditions through enrollment and compassionate genetic counseling for individuals and families, Mastered sample and form management withprecise labeling, secure storage, and traceability to uphold data integrity for downstream molecular analysis.
EDUCATION
Master of Philosophy in Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering
University of Agriculture | 2022 –2025
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering
University of Agriculture | 2018 – 2022
PUBLICATIONS
The influence of RAD51 (rs1801320) on breast cancer risk: an updated meta-analysis
microRNA-155 as a potential biomarker in early detection of breast cancer: A meta-analysis
SCIENTIFIC COMMUNICATION
Poster Competition
Targeted bio-pharmaceutical in Cancer Treatment
CERTIFICATION
Immunology: Immune Failures and Cancer Immunology
Industrial Biotechnology
Introduction to Genomic Technologies
Python for Data Science, AI & Development - Course
NIDA Clinical Trials Network
PROJECTS
RNA Seq Data Analysis
DNA Seq Data Analysis for Germline and Somatic Samples
HI-C Data Analysis for 3D Genomics
ML Based Predictive Model for Breast Cancer Classification in Python
WORKING SKILLS
qPCR, Chromatography, RNA/DNA Extraction, polyacrylamide gel, Mice Caring, Culturing (mammalian, Bacterial), HPLC, Python, R, pipeline, variant analysis, NGS data analysis, biomarker discovery, Linux, scientific databases, research writing, reference management (EndNote, Mandely).