I am a sociologist and researcher committed to understanding development, family dynamics, and the role of media in society. Over the past two decades I have led and contributed to numerous research projects, published books and articles, and mentored students across Iran, with a focus on East Azerbaijan and Ardabil provinces. I am passionate about applying rigorous methods to real-world social challenges, translating findings into policy and practice, and collaborating with scholars from diverse disciplines. In my spare time I enjoy teaching, reading, and helping junior researchers grow.

Samad Rasoulzadeh Aghdam

I am a sociologist and researcher committed to understanding development, family dynamics, and the role of media in society. Over the past two decades I have led and contributed to numerous research projects, published books and articles, and mentored students across Iran, with a focus on East Azerbaijan and Ardabil provinces. I am passionate about applying rigorous methods to real-world social challenges, translating findings into policy and practice, and collaborating with scholars from diverse disciplines. In my spare time I enjoy teaching, reading, and helping junior researchers grow.

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I am a sociologist and researcher committed to understanding development, family dynamics, and the role of media in society. Over the past two decades I have led and contributed to numerous research projects, published books and articles, and mentored students across Iran, with a focus on East Azerbaijan and Ardabil provinces.
I am passionate about applying rigorous methods to real-world social challenges, translating findings into policy and practice, and collaborating with scholars from diverse disciplines. In my spare time I enjoy teaching, reading, and helping junior researchers grow.

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Language

Persian
Fluent
Turkish
Fluent
English
Intermediate

Work Experience

Vice President at Osvehaye Danesh Afarin Institute
January 1, 2024 - Present
Leading research policy and program development and overseeing strategic initiatives at the Osvehaye Danesh Afarin Institute.
Associate Professor of Sociology at Azarbaijan Shahid Madani University
January 1, 2014 - Present
Teaching and research leadership in sociology with focus on development, family studies and media sociology; supervision of doctoral theses.
Adjunct Professor of Sociology at Al-Zahraa University
January 1, 2019 - Present
Teaching sociology courses and collaborating on research projects.
Lecturer at Khalkhal Azad University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2013
Lecturing sociology courses, curriculum development and student mentorship.
Welfare Expert at Tehran Province Railway Office
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
Welfare policy analysis and program development for railway workers.
Researcher at Eshareh Media Research and Marketing Company
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2005
Conducted market research and media analysis.

Education

Ph.D. in Sociology at University of Isfahan
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2013
M.A. in Social Research at University of Shahid Beheshti (Melli)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002
B.A. in Social Research at University of Shahid Beheshti (Melli)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Government, Software & Internet