Rector
The University of Faisalabad
Prof Dr Aman Ullah Malik's distinguished journey spans over 34 years of profound contributions to higher education, research and development, community outreach, and university administration. As the Rector of The University of Faisalabad (TUF), his transformative leadership focuses on driving academic excellence, fostering high-impact R&D, and elevating the university's national and international standing.
Prior to leading TUF, Dr Malik served in key leadership positions at the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (UAF), including Director of the Institute of Horticultural Sciences and Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture. He is globally recognized for bridging the gap between academia and industry—most notably introducing modern agricultural technologies and establishing sustainable value chains in Pakistan.
Prof Dr Aman Ullah Malik
Visionary, Academic, Research Innovative and Transformative Administrator
Leadership & Key Academic Roles
Prof Dr Aman Ullah Malik extensive career is defined by high-level governance, strategic policy development, and international institutional networks. Beyond managing core university operations, he has actively steered cross-border academic initiatives and shaped national agricultural frameworks. His leadership extends to presiding over global technical committees, introducing rigorous institutional self-assessment systems, and spearheading major structural transformations designed to align Pakistani higher education with international benchmarks.
National/Apex Roles
Former Dean, Faculty of Agriculture, UAF
Former Director, Institute of Horticultural Sciences, UAF
Founder & Architect, Postharvest Research and Training Centre (PRTC)
Institutional & Networks
First Elected Chairperson, Asia-Pacific Postharvest Network (15 Countries)
Consultant, Asian Development Bank (Horticulture Policy Punjab & AJK)
Former Chair, UAF Ethics Committee
Global Standing
International PhD External Examiner (Australia & Malaysia)
Academic Council Member, UAF & MNSAU Multan
National Trade Corridor Project Lead (Cool Chain Studies)
Awards and Recognition
Dr Aman Ullah Malik commitment to research excellence and pedagogical superiority has earned him some of the highest national and international honors, validating his reputation as an elite academician and key policy contributor in Pakistan.
National Honors
Best Teacher Award & Gold Medal
Conferred by the Prime Minister of Pakistan (University Category, 2006)
Research Productivity Award
Granted by PCST Pakistan for five consecutive years (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015)
International Fellowships
US Fulbright Scholar Award
Awarded for Postdoctoral Research at the University of California, Davis, USA (2015-16)
International Postgraduate Research Award
Granted by Curtin University, Australia, for Doctoral Studies (1999-2003)
Strategic & Industrial Initiatives
Driven by a desire to bridge the gap between academic innovation and commercial deployment, Dr Aman Ullah has consistently rolled out large-scale, transformative infrastructure projects and industry-first technological solutions.
University Transformation
Designed and implemented the modern University Transformation Plan & Annual Self-Assessment Reporting system.
Established a state-of-the-art Postharvest Research & Training Centre backed by international funding.
Value Chain Technologies
Engineered innovative sea-freight technology extending Sindhri mango export life to 35-40 days.
Introduced commercial Controlled Atmosphere Technology in Pakistan via Dutch collaboration.
Global Knowledge Transfer
Introduced elite Tissue Culture Date Palm varieties into Punjab from the UK and UAE.
Partnered with industry to develop an EU-certified Ethylene generator for commercial fruit ripening.
Research and Supervision
A prolific researcher with immense international authority, Dr Aman Ullah has built a formidable academic legacy through high-impact publications and the successful mentorship of the next generation of scientists.
Citation Impact
7,092+ Global Citations
47 h-index
Supervision Accomplishments
122 i10-index
Over 105 Journal Papers with Impact Factor
100+ Books, Guides, & Proceedings
R&D Portfolio
15 Postgraduate PhD Students
(7 Supervised / 8 Co-Supervised)
102 MSc (Hons) Students
(62 Supervised / 40 Co-Supervised)
3rd International STEAM Conference
The University of FaisalabadOIC University Leaders Visit The University of Faisalabad
The University of FaisalabadInternational Student Convention, followed by a captivating Soiree Night!
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