Summary
Anik Islam is a Postdoctoral Associate at the University of Calgary with a PhD in IT Convergence Engineering and over 11 years of combined industry and research experience. He blends rigorous academic research—from a high-GPA PhD program in South Korea—with more than five years of hands-on software engineering across startups and regional tech firms in Bangladesh and Southeast Asia. His work spans wireless and emerging network systems, mobile social networking platforms, and applied research in electrical and software engineering. Known for academic distinction (Summa Cum Laude in his MSc) and public-facing engagement, he has appeared on national television for technical discussions and documentaries. Comfortable moving between lab and production code, he brings a track record of shipping products, mentoring research teams, and publishing in interdisciplinary areas. Based in Calgary, he combines multicultural industry experience with a strong research profile to translate complex ideas into deployable systems.
11 years of coding experience
8 years of employment as a software developer
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, IT Convergence Engineering, 4.38 (out of 4.5), Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, IT Convergence Engineering, 4.38 (out of 4.5) at Kumoh National Institute of Technology
Master of Science (MSc), Computer Science, 3.98 (out of 4.0), Master of Science (MSc), Computer Science, 3.98 (out of 4.0) at American International University-Bangladesh
Higher Secondary Certificate, Science, 4.50, Higher Secondary Certificate, Science, 4.50 at Dania University and College
Secondary School Certificate, Science, 4.88, Secondary School Certificate, Science, 4.88 at A k High School
English, Bengali