BS Bioinformatics @ QAU

Architecting Biological Insights

Motivated and detail-oriented Bioinformatician with expertise in genomic data analysis, molecular docking, and drug discovery. Bridging the gap between computational power and biological breakthroughs.

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Taha Javed

Core Mission

"Motivated and detail-oriented Bioinformatician with experience in genomic data analysis, molecular docking, and drug discovery."

I am skilled in applying computational biology tools and statistical approaches to extract meaningful insights from complex biological datasets. Eager to contribute analytical expertise and interdisciplinary knowledge to independent research projects in Drug Discovery and Artificial Intelligence.

Currently finishing my 4th year at Quaid-i-Azam University, I aim to support the development of innovative therapeutic solutions through robust data-driven research.

Technical Arsenal

A comprehensive suite of computational and laboratory skills focused on high-throughput biological data.

Genomic Analysis

BLASTBV-BRCMEGAClustal OmegaGenome AnnotationResistome Profiling

Molecular Modeling

AutoDockPyRxChimeraMolecular DockingDrug Discovery

Data & Stats

RStudioggplot2PandasSeabornData VisualizationStatistical Analysis

Programming

PythonBash ScriptingLinux EnvironmentGit/Version ControlAI Integration

Biological Databases

NCBIUniProtGenBankPubMedProtein Data Bank (PDB)

Other Techniques

ELISAGram StainingBlood Smear AnalysisBiochemical TestingNGS Basics

Professional Journey

Practical research experience in both local public health sectors and international remote collaborations.

Research Intern – Public Health Laboratory Division

National Institute of Health (NIH) Islamabad

July 2025 – August 2025 Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Rotated across Immunology, Microbiology, and Hematology labs to gain interdisciplinary training.
  • Assisted in sample processing and quality control procedures.
  • Gained practical insight into public health diagnostics and disease surveillance.

Research Intern (Remote)

Genomac Hub Inc.

June 2024 – Oct 2024 Nigeria, Africa
  • Contributed to high-impact genomic research on antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
  • Performed resistome profiling using BV-BRC data and created heatmaps in R.
  • Automated data cleaning tasks using Python, improving pipeline efficiency.

Team Lead, Research Intern

Genomac Hub Inc.

June 2024 – Oct 2024 Nigeria, Africa
  • Led a team of 14 interns, coordinating bioinformatics research tasks.
  • Merged datasets and presented findings to senior researchers.
  • Fostered teamwork and mentorship within the global research group.

Featured Research

A selection of projects bridging clinical diagnostics, genomic research, and software innovation.

ONT Genome Assembly & AMR Detection

Oxford Nanopore Technologies (ONT)

Conducted data assembly using Flye, read quality assessment via FastQC, and AMR gene detection with ResFinder. Annotated with Prokka and visualized via Krona.

FlyeProkkaFastQCGenomics
Voice-Integrated AI for Bioinformatics

Accessibility semester project

Developed a Python tool that enables voice control for bioinformatics software and websites, enhancing hands-free interaction for researchers.

PythonNLPAIUX
Transcription Factor Prediction Platform

Consolidated toolsuite

Unified five different transcription factor prediction tools into a single Python platform to standardize inputs/outputs and improve efficiency.

PythonBioinformaticsData Integration
Resistome Profiling & Visualization

Antimicrobial Resistance Research

Analyzed BV-BRC annotated genomes to identify resistance genes. Created high-resolution heatmaps and cluster plots using R (ggplot2).

Rggplot2AMRDataViz

Academic Foundation

BS Bioinformatics

CGPA: 3.8/4.00

Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad

Sept 2022 – Present

4th year undergraduate student focused on computational biology and genomics.

F.S.C Pre-Engineering

Percentage: 86%

Apex Group of Colleges, Wazirabad

Aug 2020 – June 2022

Achieved high honors in mathematics, physics, and chemistry.

Matriculation in Biology

Percentage: 83%

Sir Syed Pilot High School, Wazirabad

May 2018 – July 2020

Foundational studies in biological sciences and general science.