Associate Professor of Mathematics
University teaching, research, curriculum development and interdisciplinary academic work.
Biography
Mathematician · Educator · Academic Leader
Dr. Hira Benish
Dr. Hira Benish is an Associate Professor of Mathematics and Head of Department at Riphah International University, Sahiwal Campus. She holds a PhD in Mathematics with specialization in Graph Theory and has more than eight years of university teaching and academic leadership experience.
Her professional work connects mathematical foundations with Data Analytics, Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence through curriculum development, applied learning, research, faculty development and institutional initiatives. She also co-founded PMAI Lab to support public learning and collaboration across Mathematics, Python and AI.
Professional direction
Strong foundations. Evolving applications.
My academic identity is rooted in Graph Theory, network analysis and analytical problem-solving.
I now extend this foundation into Python, Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. This is not a departure from mathematics; it is an expansion of its role in understanding, modelling and improving contemporary systems.
Across teaching, research and leadership, my aim is to make mathematics more connected with technology, decision-making, careers and social impact.
01 Current responsibilities
Academic, institutional and values-led leadership.
Head of Department
Departmental planning, faculty coordination, program quality and student academic development.
Tarbiyah Head
Leading values-based faculty and student development at Riphah International University, Sahiwal Campus.
Exam Superintendent
Coordinating examination operations, procedural quality, integrity and institutional responsibility.
Complete experience
A career across research, teaching, analytics and academic leadership.
Experience record verified from my LinkedIn professional profile.
Riphah International University, SahiwalAssociate Professor+
Teaching Mathematics and supporting research, faculty development, curriculum innovation and computational learning.
Riphah International University, SahiwalHead of Department+
Leading departmental planning, faculty coordination, academic quality and program development.
Python Mathematics AI Lab · Part-timeCo-Founder & Director+
Directing academic vision, learning initiatives, workshops, interdisciplinary projects and research collaboration at the intersection of Mathematics, Python and AI.
Government College University Faisalabad, Sahiwal CampusAcademic Director+
Led academic planning, curriculum improvement, new-program development, cross-functional coordination and faculty capacity building.
GCUF Sahiwal CampusHead of Department+
Managed academic programs and faculty, taught advanced Mathematics, mentored more than 70 students and led curricular and co-curricular initiatives.
The Sparks Foundation · Online internshipData Science & Business Analytics+
Worked on five real-world data problems using Python, Tableau, exploratory analysis and data-handling tools.
Government College University Faisalabad, Sahiwal CampusUniversity Lecturer+
Taught Abstract Algebra, Complex Analysis, Combinatorics and Calculus while guiding students in research and academic activities.
Bahauddin Zakariya UniversityResearch Associate+
Worked on the research project “Total Vertex Irregular Labeling of Graphs” and developed experience in research methodology, teamwork and collaboration.
Licenses & certifications
Continued learning across AI, data and computational practice.
Twelve credentials from DeepLearning.AI, Google, IBM, LUMS and other professional learning providers.
01
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Linear Algebra for Machine Learning and Data Science
DeepLearning.AI
Artificial Intelligence Essentials V2
Coursera
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)
IBM
02
Google Data Analytics
Analyze Data to Answer Questions
Google · Coursera
Foundations: Data, Data, Everywhere
Google · Coursera
Process Data from Dirty to Clean
Google · Coursera
Prepare Data for Exploration
Google · Coursera
Ask Questions to Make Data-Driven Decisions
Google · Coursera
03
Python & Professional Development
InterviewReady Certificate
WorkforceReady
Python, Data Science & Machine Learning Mini-Course
Data Science Infinity
Data Science and Machine Learning using Python
Lahore University of Management Sciences
Microsoft Office 365
Higher Education Commission Pakistan
How I work
Rigour, relevance and responsible impact.
Begin with sound concepts, careful reasoning and evidence.
Connect mathematics with real problems and current technologies.
Design learning experiences that help more students participate meaningfully.
Use leadership and technology with integrity and social awareness.
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