I joined Yarmouk University in 1982, since then  I have conducted research projects some of which from universal academic institutions. The results of my research have been presented in several national and international publications.

I am a member of the Board of Trustees and the Administrative Committee of the Jordan Museum and served as an acting Director for the Year 2012-2013 for the Museum. Starting June, 2012 till April 1st 2013 I worked as the Acting Director of the Jordan Museum.

At Yarmouk University I occupied the following positions:

- Director of the Institute of Archaeology and Anthropology.

- Dean of Research and Graduate Studies.

- Dean of the Faculty of Archaeology and Anthropology.

I served the Dean of the Queen Rania Institute of Tourism and Research, of the Hashemite University (2011-2013). 

 I have received several prizes, presents, scholarships and awards:

- On May 25th, 2016 I have been decorated by His Majesty King Abdullah II with the medal "King Abdullah II Medal" in recognition of my scholarly and research activities and museums of Jordan. 

- 2011 I have received the Jordanian National Award.

-  In 1999 with the French medallion “Chevalier dans l’Ordre des Palmes Academiques”. 

I am a member of national and international associations and scientific committees.