Yasser Majeed

Assistant Teaching Professor, Biological Sciences

Biological Sciences in Qatar

  • Assistant Teaching Professor, Biological Sciences
    Biological Sciences in Qatar
  • Carnegie Mellon University Qatar, Biological Sciences, Al-Luqta Street, Doha, 24866, Qatar

TEACHING INTERESTS

My teaching philosophy is defined by three core pillars: engagement, interactivity, and academic rigor. I believe that the most profound learning occurs when students are challenged to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and their practical application. My objective therefore is to empower students to arrive at solutions independently, to foster the critical and analytical thinking skills essential for scientific inquiry. I also consciously try to link concepts together to assist students in constructing cohesive conceptual maps. Importantly, while my core pedagogical values have remained consistent, my execution of these principles has actively evolved. By proactively collecting and integrating feedback from both peer mentors and my students, I have refined my ability to adapt to the unique needs of each cohort, ensuring that my teaching methods remain responsive and effective.

 

Fall 2024

Experimental Techniques in Molecular Biology (03343-W)

 

Spring 2025

Molecular and Cellular Immunology (03390-W)

Frontiers, Analysis and Discovery in Biological Sciences (03117-W)

Topics in Research (03412-W)

Undergraduate Research (03445-W)

 

Summer 2025

SURA

 

Fall 2025

Experimental Techniques in Molecular Biology (03343-W)

Topics in Research (03411-W)

EUREKA (38101)

Undergraduate Research (03445-W)

 

Spring 2026

Genetics (03220-W)

Molecular and Cellular Immunology (03390-W)

Topics in Research (03412-W)

Undergraduate Research (03445-W)

 

TEACHING ACTIVITIES

  • COURSE TAUGHT
    FEATURED
    Featured
    Frontiers, Analysis, and Discovery in Biological Sciences
    5 Jan 2025 - 4 May 2025
    03117
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    FEATURED
    Featured
    Molecular and Cellular Immunology
    5 Jan 2025 - 4 May 2025
    03390
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    ENGAGE in Wellness: Looking Inward
    6 Jan 2026 - 3 May 2026
    38230
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Genetics
    6 Jan 2026 - 3 May 2026
    03220
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Molecular and Cellular Immunology
    6 Jan 2026 - 3 May 2026
    03390
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Topics in Research
    6 Jan 2026 - 3 May 2026
    03412
  • MENTORSHIP
    Nonato, Ava
    5 Jan 2026 - 26 Jan 2026
  • MENTORSHIP
    Ahmedullah, Ameera
    4 Jan 2026 - 23 Apr 2026
  • MENTORSHIP
    Al Ansari, Nasser
    4 Jan 2026 - 23 Apr 2026
  • MENTORSHIP
    Al Balushi, Saja
    4 Jan 2026 - 23 Apr 2026
  • MENTORSHIP
    Mahmoud, Reem
    4 Jan 2026 - 23 Apr 2026
  • MENTORSHIP
    Al Kuwari, Noora
    24 Aug 2025 - 4 Dec 2025
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    EUREKA!: Discovery and Its Impact
    24 Aug 2025 - 14 Dec 2025
    38101
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Experimental Techniques in Molecular Biology
    24 Aug 2025 - 14 Dec 2025
    03343
  • MENTORSHIP
    Florida, MIkaela Rae
    24 Aug 2025 - 23 Apr 2026
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Topics in Research
    24 Aug 2025 - 14 Dec 2025
    03411
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Undergraduate Research
    24 Aug 2025 - 14 Dec 2025
    03445
  • MENTORSHIP
    Al Qatami, Haya
    11 May 2025 - 30 Jun 2025
  • MENTORSHIP
    Al Abdullah, Khalid
    27 Jan 2025 - 30 Apr 2025
  • MENTORSHIP
    Afifi, Mariam
    14 Jan 2025 - 30 Apr 2025
  • MENTORSHIP
    Al Quradaghi, Amna
    14 Jan 2025 - 30 Apr 2025
  • MENTORSHIP
    Florida, Mikaela Rae
    5 Jan 2025 - 4 May 2025
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Topics in Research
    5 Jan 2025 - 4 May 2025
    03412
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Experimental Techniques in Molecular Biology
    26 Aug 2024 - 16 Dec 2024
    03343
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Experimental Techniques in Molecular Biology
    25 Aug 2024 - 15 Dec 2024
    03343