Dr Su is a Lecturer in Pharmacology at Hull York Medical School, based at the University of Hull.
She teaches across both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, specialising in pharmacology education, clinical biochemistry and research‑informed learning design. Her teaching is underpinned by inclusive, student‑centred approaches, with a strong focus on academic integrity and digital learning innovation.
She is the Director for the MSc Pharmacology and Drug Development and MSc Pharmacology and Education programmes, providing strategic leadership in curriculum development, quality assurance and the overall student experience. In addition, she serves as Admissions Tutor for both programmes, where she leads international recruitment, supports applicant engagement and coordinates pre‑arrival guidance for incoming students.
Dr Su is a passionate and student‑centred educator with expertise in pharmacology and biomedical sciences. She completed her MSc in Medical Biotechnology by Research at Universiti Malaysia Sarawak in 2007 and later earned her PhD in Pharmacology from Monash University, Australia, in 2019.
Following her PhD, she worked as a Research Assistant/Research Support Officer in Ventura’s Lab at the Monash Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, where she contributed to project on male contraceptive development and gained further experience in experimental pharmacology and reproductive biology.
Apart from her laboratory research role, she was also a passionate and experienced Teaching Associate at the Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Monash University (2015–2022). In this role, she supported large undergraduate cohorts and built a strong reputation for her inclusive and supportive approach to teaching and learning.
In her current role at Hull York Medical School, her academic interests span pharmacology education, inclusive pedagogies, curriculum design, ethnopharmacology, and professional‑skills development for biomedical and pharmacology students. She contributes across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive learning environment for diverse student communities.
Dr Su’s research focuses on ethnopharmacology and ethnobotany, particularly the therapeutic potential of medicinal plants for urogenital disorders and non‑communicable diseases. Her doctoral work investigated the effectiveness of plant extracts in treating urological disorders by examining their effects on nerve‑mediated contractility in isolated rat prostate tissue, generating substantial preclinical evidence supporting future clinical trials for managing symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia. She also has interests in human gene expression and isolation of anticancer and antimicrobial compounds from natural sources.
Alongside her laboratory research, Dr Su leads a developing portfolio of pedagogic scholarship in pharmacology education. Her work explores inclusive learning design and the implementation of innovative, evidence‑informed teaching approaches, including the application of gamification principles, H5P‑enhanced flipped‑learning resources, and virtual or interactive simulation‑based activities. She also investigates assessment literacy, learning experiences of international students, and technology‑enhanced learning, contributing to research‑led curriculum development and strengthened student engagement.
Her teaching is aligned to the UK Professional Standards Framework (UKPSF). Her pedagogic practice is underpinned by a commitment to high‑quality learning design, evidenced through the development of innovative educational resources, contributions to curriculum enhancement, and sustained engagement in the scholarship of teaching and learning. She also contributes to programme leadership and supports module development across undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
In addition to her teaching responsibilities, Dr Su provides holistic pastoral support to undergraduate and postgraduate students, including international learners, and facilitates industry mentorship opportunities for postgraduate students through external partnership to strengthen their professional development and employability.
Dr Su teaches on the following programmes:
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science
Skills for Biomedical and Forensic Science (Level 4)
Professional Skills for Biomedical and Forensic Science (Level 5)
Clinical Biochemistry (Level 5) – Module Lead
Clinical Biochemistry (Level 6) – Module Lead
Human Genetics (Precision Medicine)
Independent Research Project (40 credits) (Level 6) – Supervisory
MSc Pharmacology and Drug Development
Practical Research Skills in Pharmacology – Module Lead
MSc Pharmacology and Education
Dissertation - Supervisory
Fellow of Advance HE
Member of UK Advising and Tutoring (UKAT)
Early Career Member of British Pharmacology Society
Journal peer reviewer for Scientific Reports
Member of Victorian Heart Institute, Monash University
Citation for Teaching and Supporting Student Learning, Monash University (2020)