Uttam Udayan
St John's,Antigua
Summary
Experienced medical educator and professional with over 15 years in healthcare and 7 years teaching in international medical schools. Originally from Karnataka, India, currently an Associate Professor of Microbiology and Immunology at the American University of Antigua (AUA) and Chair of the AUA Appeals Committee. Previously held a position as an Assistant Professor at Jinan University, China, ranking 4th among 187 faculty members across disciplines during 2015-16. Passionate about microbiology, infectious diseases, and academics. Recognized for innovative teaching methods, technological proficiency, and adaptability. Committed team player who thrives on embracing new challenges.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Professor of Microbiology & Immunology
American University of Antigua College of Medicine
04.2024 - Current
- Lead instructor for microbiology and immunology courses, focusing on infection control, microbial pathogenesis, and host immune responses.
- Responsible for developing and implementing the microbiology curriculum, ensuring alignment with the latest clinical guidelines and research.
- Supervise student research projects, guiding them through data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
- Serving as Chair of the AUA Appeals Committee, responsible for reviewing and addressing student concerns, including academic performance and conduct. Received The Deans Award of Appreciation for my work as the Chair of Appeals Committee.
- Oversee the microbiology lab sessions, ensuring students gain hands-on experience in bacterial culturing techniques, viral serological testing, anti-microbial susceptibility testing, and molecular diagnostics.
- Regularly update instructional materials to reflect advances in microbiology and clinical practice.
- Enhanced student comprehension by implementing innovative teaching methods and strategies.
- Advised student groups, assisting learners in educational programs both on and off campus.
Assistant Professor of Microbiology and Immunology
American University of Antigua College of Medicine
02.2021 - 03.2024
- Taught core microbiology topics, including bacteriology, virology, parasitology, and immunology, using a combination of lectures, labs, and interactive sessions.
- Played a key role in developing formative and summative assessments for the microbiology curriculum, including multiple-choice questions (USMLE-based MCQs), case-based discussions, and practical exams.
- Introduced case-based learning to help students integrate microbiology concepts with clinical scenarios, enhancing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Provided mentorship and academic advising to students, helping them prepare for exams, research projects, and future career paths.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings and curriculum reviews, suggesting improvements to ensure that course content remained relevant and comprehensive.
- Evaluated student performance through comprehensive assessments, identifying areas of improvement and providing targeted feedback for growth.
- Inspired critical thinking skills among students by fostering a learning environment that encouraged open-mindedness, curiosity, and intellectual exploration.
Assistant Professor of Microbiology and Immunology
Sambharam Institute of Medical Sciences
11.2019 - 12.2020
- Taught microbiology courses to undergraduate and graduate medical students, focusing on emerging infectious diseases, hospital-acquired infections, and immune- prophylaxis
- Managed the microbiology laboratory, teaching students how to perform diagnostic procedures such as ELISA, PCR, and microbial culturing
- Participated in creating new teaching modules that integrated microbiology with other medical disciplines, such as pharmacology and pathology
- Worked as an attending physician in the emergency room, providing direct patient care while teaching medical students how to apply microbiological knowledge in clinical practice
- Organized continuing medical education (CME) sessions for faculty and staff to keep them updated on the latest developments in microbiology and infectious diseases.
Head, Medical Education Department
SaraswatiOnline.com
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Directed the medical education department, overseeing microbiology and clinical education development and delivery to students in international partner institutions
- Led the curriculum redesign, introducing a more integrated approach emphasizing microbiological concepts' clinical application
- Delivered lectures and workshops on infectious diseases, antibiotic stewardship, and infection control, ensuring that students and staff were current on the latest protocols and guidelines
- Played a significant role in faculty development by conducting training sessions on modern pedagogical techniques, including flipped classrooms, blended learning, and online education tools
- Organized international conferences and seminars that brought together medical educators and researchers to discuss current trends in medical education and infectious disease management.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Assistant Professor of Microbiology and Immunology
Jinan University
09.2015 - 08.2018
- Taught undergraduate and graduate students in medical microbiology and immunology courses, focusing on infectious disease mechanisms, the immune response, and clinical microbiology.
- Played a pivotal role as the System Director of Microbiology and Immunology, overseeing the alignment of microbiology education with international medical standards.
- Led the development of research initiatives within the department, helping students and junior faculty undertake research projects related to infectious diseases and public health.
- Acted as a mentor for students involved in research, helping them with experimental design, data analysis, and manuscript preparation.
- Earned recognition for teaching excellence, ranking 4th out of 187 faculty members in university-wide evaluations based on student feedback and peer reviews.
- Inspired critical thinking skills among students by fostering a learning environment that encouraged open-mindedness, curiosity, and intellectual exploration.
- Evaluated student performance through comprehensive assessments, identifying areas of improvement and providing targeted feedback for growth.
- Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
- Helped struggling students by providing support outside of classrooms and consistently checking in on progress.
Assistant Professor of Microbiology and Immunology
Sambharam Institute of Medical Sciences
09.2014 - 08.2015
- Instructed undergraduate medical students in core microbiology subjects, integrating theory with practical laboratory experience
- Co-developed an interdisciplinary course that combined microbiology, pharmacology, and internal medicine, allowing students to see the broader clinical context of their microbiology studies
- Served as an attending physician in the ER, providing a unique opportunity for students to apply classroom knowledge in real-time clinical settings
- Played a key role in curriculum development and evaluation, ensuring that microbiology courses met both national and international medical education standards.
- Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
Education
M.D. - Microbiology & Immunology
Father Muller Medical College, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
Mangalore, Bengaluru, Karnataka06.2014
MBBS – Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - Medicine And Surgery
Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College
Kolar, Uttam, MDUniversity of Delaware, American University of Antigua
Skills
- Microbiology and Immunology instruction
- Academic advising
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Career Counseling
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Curriculum Design
- Student Mentoring
- Instructional Design
- Critical Thinking
- Case-based learning
- Problem-based learning
- Grading and Reporting
Accomplishments
- FERPA Compliance Learning Standards – Jun 2024
- World Education Services – ECA: 4445875IMM (Verified International Academic
- Qualifications) – Jul 2020
- Karnataka Medical Council (KMC) License – Jun 2006, ONGOING STUDIES: Non-academic factors including mental health have a significant role in studentdismissals
- In collaboration with members of American University of Antigua Appeals
- Committee
- Comparative analysis of vaginal microbiome diversity in pregnant and non-pregnantwomen of the Caribbean population
- In collaboration with faculty of Clinical medicineand local physicians / gynecologists of Antigua
- Awareness about HPV infection and prevention among medical students – incollaboration with Siddhartha medical college, Tumkur, India
- Systematic Review: Malaria Vaccines and Global Equity
- Collaboration with otherfaculty in American University of Antigua
- Associate Professor of Microbiology & Immunology
Affiliations
Indian Association of Medical Microbiologists – IAMM American Society of Microbiology Association of Clinical Microbiologists Karnataka Chapter
Additional Information
MICROBIOLOGY LABORATORY EXPERIENCE
- Part of a team overseeing operations in Microbiology & Immunology laboratories during post-graduation residency. Isolated and maintained cultures of bacteria and other microorganisms, including aerobic and anaerobic bacteria, fungi, and parasites. Proficient in reporting-stained smears, respiratory sample cultures, pus and body fluid cultures, urine and stool cultures, blood cultures, and antimicrobial sensitivity testing. Experienced with automated culture systems (e.g., BACTEC, Bac-T, MGIT) for rapidly detecting microbial growth in clinical specimens. Performed and reported serological tests, including antigen/antibody detection tests (e.g., ELISA) and immunofluorescence assays. Involved in culture media preparation, calibration of laboratory instruments, and quality control management to maintain lab standards. Regularly collaborated with clinical teams for accurate diagnosis of infectious diseases and effective treatment plans.
Certification
- FERPA Compliance Learning Standards – Jun 2024
- World Education Services – ECA: 4445875IMM (Verified International Academic Qualifications) – Jul 2020
- Karnataka Medical Council (KMC) License – Jun 2006
Administrative Responsibilities
American University of Antigua
- Chair : AUA Appeals Committee 2021 – 2024
- Course Director : Respiratory System 2021 – 2024
- Member : Academic Scheduling Committee 2022 – 2023
- Trainer : LMS (Blackboard, Brightspace) & Socrative 2022 – 2024
Jinan University
- System Director : Microbiology and Immunology 2015 – 2018
- Panel Member : Faculty Hiring 2016 – 2018
Sambharam Institute of Medical Sciences
- Member : Curriculum Designing 2014 – 2015
- Attending Physician : Emergency Room 2014 – 2015
SaraswatiOnline.com
- Head : Medical Education Department 2018 – 2019
- Panel Member : Faculty Hiring 2018 – 2019
- Conference Convenor : "Evolving Trends in Medical Education" 2019
Research Publications
1. Honnavar, P., Mansoor, E., Tulloch, C., Udayan, U., Cosmello, I., Patel, P., Bersma, A. (2023). Cervical cancer and human papillomavirus awareness among women in Antigua and Barbuda. Medicina (Kaunas), 59(7), 1230. https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina59071230
2. Udayan, U., Dias, M. (2014). Evaluation of BACTEC blood culture system for culture of normally sterile body fluids. Indian Journal of Critical Care Medicine, 18(12), 829-830. https://doi.org/10.4103/0972-5229.146332
3. Udayan, U., Dias, M., Machado, S. (2014). Weil-Felix experience in a tertiary care hospital. ChrisMed Journal of Health and Research, 1(3), 149-153. https://doi.org/10.4103/2348-3334.138907
4. Udayan, U., Chandrakar, S., Dias, A., Dias, M. (2014). A new threat to children: Melioidosis. Paediatric Infectious Disease, 6(4), 135-138. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pid.2015.01.001
ONGOING STUDIES:
- Non-academic factors including mental health have a significant role in student dismissals. in collaboration with members of American University of Antigua Appeals Committee.
- Comparative analysis of vaginal microbiome diversity in pregnant and non-pregnant women of the Caribbean population. In collaboration with faculty of Clinical medicine and local physicians / gynecologists of Antigua.
- Awareness about HPV infection and prevention among medical students – in collaboration with Siddhartha medical college, Tumkur, India.
- Systematic Review: Malaria Vaccines and Global Equity. Collaboration with other faculty in American University of Antigua.
WORKSHOPS ATTENDED
- Problem-based learning: University of Delaware – January 2023
- Team-based learning: American University of Antigua – August 2023
- NBME-style question writing: American University of Antigua – January 2023
- Academic Advising: American University of Antigua – September 2023
- Scientific writing and publication in peer-reviewed journals: Lady Harding Medical College, New Delhi – December 2012
- Laboratory Diagnosis of tuberculosis: Kasturba Medical College – July 2012
Timeline
Associate Professor of Microbiology & Immunology
American University of Antigua College of Medicine
04.2024 - Current
Assistant Professor of Microbiology and Immunology
American University of Antigua College of Medicine
02.2021 - 03.2024
Assistant Professor of Microbiology and Immunology
Sambharam Institute of Medical Sciences
11.2019 - 12.2020
Head, Medical Education Department
SaraswatiOnline.com
09.2018 - 08.2019
Assistant Professor of Microbiology and Immunology
Jinan University
09.2015 - 08.2018
Assistant Professor of Microbiology and Immunology
Sambharam Institute of Medical Sciences
09.2014 - 08.2015
M.D. - Microbiology & Immunology
Father Muller Medical College, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
MBBS – Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - Medicine And Surgery
Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College
University of Delaware, American University of Antigua
- FERPA Compliance Learning Standards – Jun 2024
- World Education Services – ECA: 4445875IMM (Verified International Academic Qualifications) – Jul 2020
- Karnataka Medical Council (KMC) License – Jun 2006
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