Professional Summary


Aryan Ibrahim Khdir is a dedicated Geotechnical Engineer and Mineralogy Lecturer at the University of Azmar. Since joining the university, he has contributed extensively to teaching, research, and supervision in the fields of mineral exploration, geotechnical engineering, and sustainable resource management. His dual experience in academia and government provides a unique perspective bridging scientific research and practical applications in natural resources.

Areas of Expertise:

  • Mineralogy and Petrology

  • Geotechnical Engineering

  • Structural Geology

  • Mineral Resource Exploration

  • Mining Technology

  • Academic Supervision and Research

  • Professional Experience:

    • University of Azmar – Lecturer
      Department of Geology / Mineralogy
      Responsibilities: Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students, supervising academic panels and research projects, conducting field studies, and publishing research in geological sciences.

    • Ministry of Municipalities and Tourism – Department of Natural Resources and Valuable Minerals
      Responsibilities: Advising on mineral exploration projects, geological assessment, and policy implementation related to natural resources.

Selected Academic Contributions:

  • Supervised the professional panel “Mineral Resource Discovery & Mining Technology” at the University of Azmar on 20 October 2024.

  • Delivered lectures and workshops in structural geology for geotechnical professionals and mineral exploration techniques.

  • Published peer-reviewed research in national and international geological journals.

Detailed close-up of cracked earth texture in Ventspils, Latvia, with orange and grey patterns.

Professional Development / Certificates:

  • Structural Geology for Geotechnical Professionals – Online Course, December 2024

  • International Course on Mining, Material, and Metallurgical Engineering – Online, 19–21 August 2025

  • Petroleum Geology Course, Egypt, 3–4 March 2017

  • Structural Geology for Exploration and Mining, 12 April – 12 October 2024

  • GeoKurdistan V International Conference, September 2022

  • Certificate of Reviewing the Iraqi Geological Journal, April 2022