Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Interests
Courses
Research/Field Work Experiences
Publications and Presentations
Software
Awards
Curriculum Activities
Volunteer Experiences
References
Timeline
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MUHAMMAD NUR ARIF BIN OTHMAN

MUHAMMAD NUR ARIF BIN OTHMAN

University Lecturer
40-0-1, Kelumpuk Pinang F, Jalan 30/56, Keramat Wangsa, 54200 Kuala Lumpur

Summary

Dedicated candidate with seven-year track record of excellence in both field and laboratory research, eager to put analytical and problem-solving skills to practice in professional setting. Skilled at gathering and analyzing data for research with keen eye for accuracy. Reliable with strong leadership skills for mentoring and supervising students. Flexible with solid adaptability for working in dynamic environment.


Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Assistant

Taska Di Rumah Arif Cemerlang
10.2022 - 03.2023
  • Supporting the teacher in planning and conducting activities, as well as setting up and cleaning up afterwards
  • Supervise children during activities to ensure they are engaged and safe, while facilitating their learning through play and structured programs based on the Kurikulum PERMATA Negara

Laboratory Demonstrator

Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
09.2014 - 03.2020
  • Teaching students how to use laboratory equipment and demonstrating proper techniques and procedures
  • Supervising students during lab sessions to ensure adherence to safety protocols
  • Acting as demonstrator for several courses such as Introduction to Ecology, Aquatic Botany, Mangrove and Estuarine Ecology, Conservation Genetics in Aquatic, Aquatic Instrumentation and Methodology, Biodiversity, Marine and Freshwater Invertebrates

Enumerator

Harakah Islamiah (HIKMAH)
08.2019 - 10.2019
  • Present and elucidate survey questions to respondents, ensuring they understand each question
  • Record responses using paper forms, tablets, and other electronic data collection tools
  • Travel to each district of Sarawak to meet respondents, including visiting homes, businesses and public places

Research Assistant

Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
04.2017 - 03.2018
  • Collecting and measuring environmental parameters such as temperature, dissolved oxygen, pH, turbidity and nutrients using specific sensors, providing necessary data to promote sustainable practices and ensure the health and resilience of aquatic ecosystems
  • Conducted comprehensive data analysis using SPSS, PAST, MEGA and PAUP software, contributing to research findings published in a peer-reviewed journal and cited by subsequent studies
  • Created detailed charts, graphs, and maps using tools like Excel and PowerPoint to visually represent research data, enhancing the clarity and impact of reports presented to senior researchers and stakeholders

Research Assistant

Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
02.2015 - 05.2015
  • Conducted detailed morphological and molecular identification of aquatic plants, contributing vital data towards conservation efforts and resulting in the discovery of four species of red seaweed Gracilaria
  • Conduct a literature review for a comprehensive understanding of existing research, identify gaps and support the development of a solid theoretical and methodological foundation
  • Calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment to ensure proper functioning during field and in laboratory

Substitute Teacher

SK Taman Keramat (1)
06.2014 - 09.2014
  • Teaching students based on subject assigned by the school
  • Supervise students and fill up reports on their progress as reference for school

Education

Ph.D. - Aquatic Science

Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia
04.2001 -

Master of Science - Aquatic Science

Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Aquatic Resource Science And Management

Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia
04.2001 -

Skills

Academic Publication

Languages

Malay
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2

Interests

  • Aquatic Botany, Systematics (Taxonomy), Invertebrates Biology, Marine Ecology, Genetics

Courses

  • Basic Sea Survival, Research Methodology, Marine and Freshwater Invertebrates, Introduction to Ecology, Mangrove and Estuarine Ecology, Coral Reef Ecology, Aquatic Botany

Research/Field Work Experiences

  • Assisted researchers in a comprehensive crocodile survey in the Samunsam River, February 2019
  • Led research on sergestid shrimps (Acetes) in Sarawak coastal waters, March 2017 – April 2018
  • Assisted researchers from the Fisheries Research Institute (FRI) Sarawak in studying sergestid shrimp populations (Acetes) in the coastal waters of Bintulu and Miri, May 2016 – June 2016
  • Researched red seaweed (Gracilaria spp.) in Sarawak coastal waters, February 2015 – May 2015
  • Examined meiofauna in the Maludam River, Sarawak, October 2013

Publications and Presentations

  • Hassan, R., & Othman, M. N. A. (2021). Temporal and spatial variations of selected water quality parameters in sergestid shrimp habitat along coastal water of Miri, Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo. Malaysian Applied Biology, 50(3), 49-56.
  • Hassan, R., & Othman, M. N. A. (2021). Molecular analysis of sergestid shrimp Acetes spp. from coastal water of Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo using CO1 sequence. Current Applied Science and Technology, 21(4), 629-636.
  • Abang Shakawi, A. M. H., Othman, M. N. A., Hassan, R., & Chen, C. A. (2021). Modelling the environmental and biological cues for the bloom of sergestid shrimp Acetes (Decapoda: Sergestidae) in coastal water of Miri, Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo. Malaysian Applied Biology, 50(3), 57-67.
  • Othman, M. N. A., Hassan, R., & Chen, C. A. (2020). Checklists of sergestid shrimps, Acetes(Decapoda: Sergestidae) from selected sites along coastal water of Sarawak, Malaysia. Malayan Nature Journal, 72 (1), 121-131.
  • Hassan, R., Othman, M. N. A., Harith, M. N., & Shah, A. S. R. M. (2019). Morphological diversity of Gracilaria blodgettii Harvey 1853 (Gracilariaceae, Rhodophyta) from Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo. Scientifica, 1-9.
  • Othman, M. N. A., Hassan, R., Harith, M. N., & Shah, A. S. R. M. (2018). Morphological characteristics and habitats of red seaweed Gracilaria spp. (Gracilariaceae, Rhodophyta) in Santubong and Asajaya, Sarawak, Malaysia. Tropical Life Sciences Research, 29(1), 87-101.
  • Othman, M. N. A., Hassan, R., Harith, M. N., & Shah, A. S. R. M. (2015). Red seaweed Gracilaria Arcuata in cage culture area of Lawas, Sarawak. Borneo Journal of Resource Science and Technology, 5(2), 53-61.
  • Poster presentation at Aquatic Science Colloquium 2016 entitled Molecular Analysis of Gracilaria coronopifolia (Gracilariaceae, Rhodophyta) in Santubong, Sarawak using CO1 Gene Marker, Revealing it as Hydropuntia edulis
  • Poster presentation at International Conference on Marine Science and Aquaculture 2015 entitled Red Seaweed Gracilaria sp. in Lawas, Sarawak

Software

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS)

Phylogenetic Analysis using Parsimony (PAUP)

Molecular Evolutionary Genetics Analysis (MEGA)

Paleontological Statistics (PAST)

Awards

  • Bronze Award at the Malaysia Technology Expo (MTE 2020) for the innovation titled “Environmental and Biological Cues for Blooming of Sergestid Shrimps Acetes (Decapoda: Sergestidae) in Miri, Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo”
  • Gold Award at the Innovation Technology Expo (InTEX 2019) for the innovation titled “Environmental and Biological Cues for Blooming of Sergestid Shrimps Acetes (Decapoda: Sergestidae) in Miri, Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo”

Curriculum Activities

  • Participated in the Career Seminar for JPA-Sponsored Students, 2013
  • Participated in the JPA Talent Search Program, 2012
  • Participated in the Sport Carnival organized by FRST, UNIMAS, 2012
  • Participated in the Jungle Trekking organized by FRST, UNIMAS, 2012
  • Participated in the Charity Run organized by FRST, UNIMAS, 2012
  • School cricket player at the national level, 2008 – 2009
  • School chess player at state level, 2006 – 2008

Volunteer Experiences

  • President of Kelab Remaja ISMA (KRIM) Samarahan, 2019 – 2020
  • Committee member of Persatuan Belia Islam Nasional, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (PEMBINA UNIMAS), 2015 – 2019
  • Panelist for "Rahsiaku Kini Milikmu" program organized by PEMBINA UNIMAS, 2018
  • Exhibitor at the STEM Innovation and Nature Fair, Kuching, Sarawak, 2017

References

Professor Dr. Ruhana binti Hassan

  • Lecturer
  • Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), Jalan Datuk Mohammad Musa, 94300 Kota Samarahan, Sarawak
  • hruhana@unimas.my
  • 082-582332/ 2951

Associate Professor Dr. Samsur bin Mohamad

  • Lecturer
  • Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), Jalan Datuk Mohammad Musa, 94300 Kota Samarahan, Sarawak
  • msamsur@unimas.my
  • 082-583180/2941

Timeline

Teaching Assistant

Taska Di Rumah Arif Cemerlang
10.2022 - 03.2023

Enumerator

Harakah Islamiah (HIKMAH)
08.2019 - 10.2019

Research Assistant

Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
04.2017 - 03.2018

Research Assistant

Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
02.2015 - 05.2015

Laboratory Demonstrator

Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
09.2014 - 03.2020

Substitute Teacher

SK Taman Keramat (1)
06.2014 - 09.2014

Ph.D. - Aquatic Science

Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
04.2001 -

Master of Science - Aquatic Science

Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Aquatic Resource Science And Management

Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
04.2001 -
MUHAMMAD NUR ARIF BIN OTHMANUniversity Lecturer