Dr. Saad Haq

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Saad Haq is an Associate Professor of Practice in the Department of Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences at Purdue University. He holds a Ph.D. in Geophysics from Stony Brook University. His professional experience includes roles as Assistant Professor and Visiting Assistant Professor at Purdue University, as well as Postdoctoral Fellow and Associate positions at prestigious institutions, including the Carnegie Institution and Stony Brook University. His research primarily focuses on tectonics, structural geology, and analog numerical modeling. Haq's work has contributed to the understanding of megasplay faults and forearc basins through experimental approaches and mechanical insights from analog models. He has published several papers in recognized journals, examining complex geological interactions and deformation processes. His extensive teaching background further strengthens his academic and research endeavors at Purdue University.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor Practice

2014-08-01 — Present

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

Teaching and research in Geophysics.

Assistant Professor

2008-08-01 — 2014-08-01

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

Teaching and research responsibilities in Geophysics.

Visiting Assistant Professor

2005-08-01 — 2008-07-01

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

Temporary academic position in the Earth Sciences.

Postdoctoral Fellow

2005-01-01 — 2005-07-01

Carnegie Institution Washington, Department of Terrestrial Magnetism • Washington, D.C.

Research in Terrestrial Magnetism.

Postdoctoral Associate

2004-08-01 — 2004-12-01

State University of New York at Stony Brook • Stony Brook, NY

Research in Geophysics.

Research Assistant

1995-06-01 — 2004-08-01

State University of New York at Stony Brook • Stony Brook, NY

Assisted in various research projects.

Teaching Assistant

1994-08-01 — 1995-07-01

State University of New York at Stony Brook • Stony Brook, NY

Assisted professors with course instruction.

Requirements for Purdue University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:135
Overall
Required:135
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in CS or related field Foundational concepts of computer science Data structures Computer architecture Operating systems Mathematics through differential equations Linear and matrix algebra
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Resume
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • CS Supplementary Form
Specialization Notes

GRE is not required.