Dr. Walid Al-Zyoud

Biomedical Scientist | Translational Researcher

Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering by Appointment
Department of Biomedical Engineering
School of Applied Medical Sciences
German Jordanian University (GJU)

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Walid Al-Zyoud

Biography

Academic profile, leadership roles, and research focus

JFDA Biologicals Assessor IEEE Senior Member GIMI Innovation Associate IRB Chair – GJU CQI-IRCA ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor

Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering by appointment with doctoral training in Pathology and an internationally visible research record, including publications in The Lancet family, Scientific Reports, Nucleic Acids Research, and Nature Medicine.

Leads an independent research program in translational and applied biomedical engineering informed by molecular pathology, with emphasis on infectious diseases, diagnostics, and clinically relevant biomedical systems, supported by competitive principal investigator-led funding.

Contributes to large-scale international collaborations, including the Global Health Metrics & Evaluation and Global Burden of Diseases studies, which complement and contextualize the core independent research agenda.

Has held sustained senior academic leadership roles, including dean-level appointments and chairmanship of a JFDA-approved Institutional Review Board. Recent work includes the identification and registration of globally novel Streptococcus pneumoniae sequence types in international reference databases (e.g., pubMLST), reflecting continued engagement in pathogen characterization and translational microbiology.

Academic Background

Education & Fellowship

2018

Fellowship in Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) | One Year

University of California San Diego (UCSD), USA

funded by John E. Fogarty International Center for Advanced Study in the Health Sciences at the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH).

  • Completed coursework: Drug Clinical Trials, Research Methods and Ethics.
  • Epidemiology Methods and Ethics and Summer Practicum.
2015

Ph.D. in Pathology

Faculty of Medicine, The University of New South Wales (UNSW), Australia

Title of Ph.D. Thesis: “Mechanism of DNA Binding of an Unusual Bacterial Transcription Regulator”.

2009

M.Sc. in Biotechnology

Yarmouk University (YU), Jordan

Title of M.Sc. Thesis: “Generation and Characterization of Glu 29 Arg Mutant Drosophila Dihydrofolate Reductase and Analysis of Methotrexate Resistance”.

2003

B.Sc. in Biotechnology & Genetic Engineering

Jordan University of Science & Technology (JUST), Jordan

Focus: molecular biology techniques, genetic analysis, and bioprocess fundamentals.

Academic Career

Academic Appointments

2020 — Present

Associate Professor

School of Applied Medical Sciences, German Jordanian University (GJU), Jordan

  • M.Sc. Supervision & Examination.
  • Served as Acting Vice Dean (2020-2021).
  • Assistant to Dean of Scientific Research for Research Ethics.
  • Chair, Institutional Review Board (JFDA‑approved) (2025 - Present).
2016 — 2020

Assistant Professor

School of Applied Medical Sciences, German Jordanian University (GJU), Jordan

  • Served on multiple departmental and university committees.
  • Served as Acting Vice Dean (2019-2020).
  • Acting Head of Biomedical Engineering Department (2017-2020).
  • Assistant Dean for Accreditation & Quality Assurance (2017-2018).
  • Contributed to the establishment of quality assurance frameworks and supported the school’s accreditation efforts.
2015 — 2016

Assistant Professor

School of Pharmacy, Al-Zaytoonah University of Jordan , Jordan

  • Taught courses in pharmaceutical microbiology, biotechnology, and Human Physiology.
  • Engaged in curriculum development and student advising.
2014 — 2016

Academic Facilitator

School of Medical Sciences, University of New South Wales, Australi

  • Facilitated problem‑based learning tutorials and small‑group discussions for medical students.
  • Supported course delivery in pathology and biomedical sciences, contributing to student assessment and feedback.
Clinical & Industrial Expertise

Professional Experience

October 2004 — June 2006

Medical Biotechnologist

Central Laboratories Directorate, Ministry of Health, Jordan October

  • Performed diagnostic testing and quality control in a GLP‑accredited environment.
  • Gained expertise in laboratory safety protocols, standard operating procedures, and documentation.
  • Supported public health initiatives through routine and specialized clinical analyses.
July 2006 — September 2008

Medical Representative

IPSEN, Petra Drug Store, Jordan

  • Promoted pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals, building strong client relationships.
  • Delivered product presentations and provided clinical information to physicians and pharmacists.
  • Monitored market trends and competitor activity to support sales strategies.
September 2008 — August 2010

Product Manager

Arcomex, Medical Diagnostics Manufacturing, Jordan

  • Oversaw product lifecycle for diagnostic medical devices in a GMP‑compliant manufacturing setting.
  • Coordinated cross‑functional teams including R&D, production, and quality assurance.
  • Managed product launches, training, and post‑market surveillance.
August 2010 — August 2011

Medical Technologist

King Hussein Cancer Center (KHCC), Jordan

  • Conducted clinical laboratory testing in a GLP‑compliant and USA-CAP-accredited oncology center.
  • Operated advanced diagnostic equipment and ensured accuracy of test results.
  • Collaborated with clinical teams to support patient care and research protocols.
Recognition & Honors

Selected Awards

Year Award / Recognition Organization
2025 IEEE HTB Challenge 2025 – Participant in the Humanitarian Technology Board challenge IEEE Humanitarian Technology Board
2025 GIMI Innovation Associate Certification Global Innovation Management Institute
2025 IEEE Senior Member – Official elevation to Senior Member status for significant contributions to biomedical engineering IEEE
2025 GJU Recognition Ceremony – Invited participant for outstanding service and achievements GJU President
2024 The BioScience Excellence Awards in Biotechnology, 4th edition BioScience Excellence Awards
2023 Certificate of Appreciation for SDGs-related Research Elsevier
2023 & 2024 DAAD PhD Selection Committee Membership – Appointed to evaluate and select candidates for DAAD doctoral scholarships DAAD
2022 GJU President Appreciation Letter – For service and leadership contributions German Jordanian University (GJU)
2022 eHDA Volunteer Appreciation Certificate – For volunteer service with the eHealth Development Association eHealth Development Association (eHDA)
2020 Patent Application JO|P|2020|171 – JFDA-approved Viral RNA Extraction Kit (JOCOV-19); featured by Nature Middle East & THE (Times Higher Education) Jordan Food and Drug Administration (JFDA)
2018 Funded One-Year Research Fellowship University of California San Diego (UCSD), USA
2015 Paper of the Month University of New South Wales (UNSW)
2014 Postgraduate Research Student Support (PRSS) Scheme Funding – Round 1 University of New South Wales (UNSW)
2013 School of Medical Sciences Travel Award University of New South Wales (UNSW)
2011 Tuition Fees Scholarship (TFS) for international PhD students University of New South Wales (UNSW), Australia
Academic & Professional Training

Professional Development

Year Program / Certification Institution / Organization
2025 Completed a 3-day Genomics Data Science Training Helix Biogen Institute
2025 Participated in the Managing the Ethics of AI in Organisations webinar Good Governance Academy
2025 Completed Biosimilar Technical & Regulatory Training ZoneTechs
2024–2025 Completed Digital Learning & Digital Transformation training CeLAPI, German Jordanian University (GJU)
2024 Earned certifications in Python and R Programming DataCamp
2024 & 2025 Participated in IRB Workshop and DSR Workshop on Research Ethics GJU / DSR
2024 Participated in the Improving the Peer Review Experience workshop Cell Press
2023 Participated in the Entrepreneurship Bootcamp DI-TECH (GJU)
2022 Completed a 4-month Bioinformatics Specialization program Phi Science
2020 Participated in the Bioinformatics Research Ethics Workshop UCSD / Fogarty NIH
2020 Participated in the CPD/CME COVID-19 Vaccines webinar WSPID / EACCME
2020 Completed the Digital Teaching and Blended Learning program GIZ / Steinbeis Transfer Center
2019 Completed the Entrepreneurial Teaching Training of Trainers (ToT) Workshop DAAD Germany
2014 Achieved Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40110) Australia
2013 Completed Foundations of University Learning and Teaching (FULT) UNSW Australia
Academic & Professional Network

Professional Memberships

IEEE

Serving and served as a Senior Member, SIGHT Chair, EMBS Member, and Jordan Section Coordinator for IEEE are among Dr. Walid Al‑Zyoud's professional engagements.

Australian Society for Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Dr. Walid Al‑Zyoud also holded active membership in the Australian Society for Biochemistry & Molecular Biology.

E-Health Development Association, Jordan

Another affiliation is with the E‑Health Development Association in Jordan, where Dr. Walid Al‑Zyoud was and governance member.

Jordan Journal of Biological Sciences (JJBS) International Advisory Board

A position on the International Advisory Board of the Jordan Journal of Biological Sciences (JJBS) - affiliated with the Higher Education Council and hosted by the Hashemite University, Jordan

Jordanian Society of Genetic Engineers

Membership in the Jordanian Society of Genetic Engineers rounds out Dr. Walid Al‑Zyoud's national society affiliations.

Fellow, The Arab Academy for Responsible Conduct of Research

Dr. Walid Al‑Zyoud has been named a Fellow of The Arab Academy for Responsible Conduct of Research after a relevant fellowship from JUST-Jordan & UCSD-USA.