Assistant Professor, Department of Urban Planning Engineering, University of Birjand
Academic & Educational Contact: Eitaa Messenger
| Degree | Graduated in | Major | University |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doctoral | 2021 | Urban Planning - Urban Theories | Tarbiat Modares University |
| MSc | 2004 | City Planning-Urban and Regional Planning | Tehran University |
| BSc | 2001 | Survey Engineering | K.N.Toosi University of Technology |
| Diploma | 1997 | Mathematics and Physics | Tarbiat Nemouneh High Schoool-Birjand |
| Faculty/Department | Position/Rank | Employment Type | Cooperation Type | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Faculty of Art, Department of Architecture and Urban Planning | University Faculty Member | Tenure Track | Full Time | 14 |
Administrative Experience at the University of Birjand
Nov. 2023–Nov. 2025: Member, Landscape Architecture Committee, University of Birjand
Sep. 2023–Sep. 2025: Faculty Advisor for Gifted and Talented Students, Faculty of Art, University of Birjand
Jul. 2022–Jul. 2025: Director, Innovation and Acceleration Center, University of Birjand
Feb. 2014: Doctoral Study Leave, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran
Sep. 2012–Sep. 2013: Faculty Advisor, Student Scientific Associations, Faculty of Art, University of Birjand
Dec. 2011–Dec. 2013: Director of Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Art, University of Birjand
Feb. 2009–Jul. 2010: Dean, Faculty of Art, University of Birjand
Sep. 2007–Feb. 2009: Vice Dean for Academic Affairs, Faculty of Art, University of Birjand
Administrative and Professional Experience at Birjand Municipality
Oct. 2013: Member, Urban Beautification Committee, Birjand Municipality
Apr. 2012: Project Lead, Urban Environmental Graphic Design Project, Birjand Municipality
Nov. 2011: Member, Urban Beautification and Decoration Committee, Birjand Municipality
Sep. 2009: Member, Scientific Committee for the Development of the Birjand City Vision 2025
Nov. 2007: Project Lead, GIS Database Update for the Integrated Urban Planning System, Birjand Municipality
Jul. 2006–Jul. 2007: Urban Regeneration Consultant for Distressed Urban Areas, Urban Renewal and Rehabilitation Organization,
Mar. 2006–Jul. 2006: Managing Director, Urban Renewal and Rehabilitation Organization, Birjand Municipality
Aug. 2005–Mar. 2006: Director of Planning and Development, Birjand Municipality
Apr. 2005–Jul. 2006: Provincial Secretary, Birjand Urban GIS Working Group, Provincial Management and Planning Organization
May 2004–Jul. 2006: Project Manager, Birjand Distressed Urban Fabric Regeneration Project, National Organization of Municipalities
Jul. 2003–Aug. 2005: Technical and Urban Planning Expert, Deputy Office for Urban Planning, Birjand Municipality
Professional and Specialized Experience
Feb. 2021–Present: Licensed Official Expert of the Judiciary in Registration Affairs and Surveying
Feb. 2014–Present: Member, Tehran Province Construction Engineering Organization (Surveying Engineering)
Feb. 2008–Present: Licensed Professional Mining Engineer in Prospecting, Exploration, and Extraction (Surveying)
Feb. 2008–Present: Member, South Khorasan Province Construction Engineering Organization (Urban Planning Engineering)
Awards & Honors
Nov. 2024: Certificate of Appreciation from the Deputy Governor for Economic Affairs, South Khorasan Province, for organizing the National Zarnab Startup Weekend at the University of Birjand
May 2024: Certificate of Appreciation from the Director General of Sports and Youth, South Khorasan Province, for serving as a judge in the Knowledge-Based Innovation Category of the Iran’s Outstanding Youth Festival
Nov. 2023: Certificate of Appreciation from the President of South Khorasan Technical and Vocational University for serving as a judge at the First National Construction Industry Startup Weekend
Dec. 2022: Certificate of Appreciation from the Vice President for Research, University of Birjand, for organizing and serving as Executive Secretary of the University Innovation and Technology Idea Recruitment Event
Nov. 2011: Outstanding Lecturer, Faculty of Art, University of Birjand
Nov. 2010: Outstanding Instructor, Faculty of Art, University of Birjand
Nov. 2009: Outstanding Instructor, University of Birjand
May 2006: First Place, Birjand Urban Distressed Fabric Regeneration Design Competition
May 2000: First Place, National Civil Engineering Student Competition, Iran
Scientific and Administrative Activities at the University of Birjand
Jul. 2025: Member, Provincial Specialized Committee for the National GNAF (Geocoded National Address File) Program
Dec. 2024: University Representative, 25th National Exhibition of Research, Technology and Tech Market Achievements
Nov. 2024: Executive Secretary, National Zarnab (Barberry) Startup Weekend, University of Birjand
May 2024: Member, Judging Committee for the Knowledge-Based Innovation Category, Iran’s Outstanding Youth Festival (South Khorasan Department of Sports and Youth)
May 2024: Member, Distressed Urban Fabric Regeneration Working Group, South Khorasan Urban Development and Housing Company
Jan. 2024: Established and Managed the Barakat Entrepreneurship Café, University of Birjand
Nov. 2023: Member, Judging Committee, First National Construction Industry Startup Weekend (South Khorasan Technical and Vocational University)
May 2023: Member, Provincial Board for Supervision, Evaluation and Quality Assurance, South Khorasan Province
Dec. 2022: Executive Secretary, University Innovation and Technology Idea Recruitment Event, University of Birjand
Feb. 2014: Doctoral Study Leave, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran
May 2013: Member, Scientific and Executive Committee, National Conference on Iranian Archaeology, University of Birjand
Dec. 2012: Member, Executive Committee, 11th National Cultural and Sports Competitions for Female University Students
Mar. 2012: Head, Accommodation Committee, 27th National University Students’ Quran Competition, Region 3
Nov. 2011: Member, Scientific and Executive Committee, National Conference on Islamic Art, University of Birjand
Jan. 2009: Organizer and Instructor, GIS in Urban and Regional Planning Workshop for Provincial Managers, South Khorasan Governor’s Office
Dec. 2008: Organizer and Instructor, GIS and ArcView Workshop, Entrepreneurship Center, University of Birjand