In an exciting development, McMaster University announced the addition of Dr. Ramla Qureshi to its Department of Civil Engineering as a tenure-track Assistant Professor, effective from January 01, 2024.
Dr. Qureshi, the second hire from the impactful “Women in Civil Engineering” initiative, emerges as a fervent advocate for Women in Engineering. With a track record as the Founder and CEO of Women Engineers Pakistan, she has led diverse teams across eight cities, working towards bridging the gender gap in STEM fields across Pakistan, Nepal, the USA, and Canada.
Her efforts encompassed advocacy, training programs, and fostering academia-to-industry connections. Dr. Qureshi has successfully trained student teams in 15 universities, engaged with over 4100 schoolgirls through STEM outreach, and curated a robust network of 7000+ professional women in science and engineering.
Possessing a Ph.D. in civil engineering from the University at Buffalo, The State University of New York (2021), Dr. Qureshi is a registered Engineer-in-Training in California and holds the title of a Registered Engineer with the Pakistan Engineering Council. Prior to joining McMaster, she served as an Assistant Professor at the School of Engineering, The University of Northern British Columbia, since 2021.
Dr. Qureshi’s expertise encompasses structural resilience, experimental and computational mechanics, real-time hybrid simulation and cyber-physical testing, uncertainty modeling, risk assessment, reliability analyses, and sustainable structures.
The Department of Civil Engineering at McMaster University, known for its collegial, inclusive, and ambitious environment, eagerly anticipates Dr. Qureshi’s contributions in teaching, research, and service. With her outstanding talent and skills, she is expected to play a vital role in realizing the department’s vision of “building healthier communities to create a brighter world.”
The university expresses optimism in Dr. Qureshi thriving within the team, fostering collaborations, and venturing into new realms of professional excellence. Anticipation is high for her scholarly contributions, academic growth, and continued leadership in promoting women in engineering.
