Scientific Affairs
Department of Scientific Affairs
Wasit University Presidency
Department Information
Department Head: Dr. Ali Fadhil Rashid
First: An Introduction
The Department of Scientific Affairs is a cornerstone in supporting and developing the academic and research journey at the university. It plays a pivotal role in organizing and monitoring scientific and research activities and fostering an environment of creativity and innovation, in line with the directives of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and the university's strategic objectives.
The department works to build bridges of communication and cooperation between the university and various academic and scientific institutions, as well as state institutions, contributing to the application of scientific and research output to serve society and support sustainable development. It also oversees and manages several important scientific matters, including scientific research and studies, awards and honors for distinguished individuals in scientific competitions and reputable publications, patents, and academic development programs and teaching competency assessments. This enhances the quality of scientific performance and elevates the level of research output within the university.
Furthermore, the department strives to establish a culture of scientific research and encourage pioneering scientific initiatives, thereby creating an effective academic environment that supports researchers and develops their scientific and research capabilities.
Divisions affiliated with the department
1- Scientific Research Division
The Scientific Research Division is responsible for monitoring and organizing research activity at the university. This includes tracking completed, published, and pending research projects, and documenting them according to established regulations and guidelines. It also monitors the current state of scientific publishing and promotes a culture of publishing in reputable journals. Furthermore, it implements and disseminates the directives of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research to colleges and research centers, contributing to the enhancement of the quality of scientific output and the development of research performance at the university.
2- Government Program Division
The Government Program Division is responsible for monitoring the implementation of the indicators and objectives of the government program and the ministry's plans. This is achieved through collecting and documenting data on activities and achievements, and preparing periodic reports on progress rates. This contributes to supporting institutional performance and ensuring the achievement of the university's strategic goals.
Second: Vision
Distinguished research with a social impact
Elevating Wasit University to a leading position in producing applied knowledge that supports sustainable development.
Third: Mission
Empowering academic staff to produce rigorous scientific research, showcase their findings, strengthen partnerships with the community, and manage scientific activities and platforms according to governance and quality standards.
Fourth: Objectives
- Supporting scientific research related to the needs of society and the labor market.
- Encouraging publication in reputable international journals.
- Marketing patents and applied research.
- Managing conferences, seminars, workshops, and panel discussions.
- Recognizing distinguished researchers.
- Enhancing the university's scientific journals.
- Promoting community-based studies and institutional partnerships.
- Managing the "My Seminar" platform for scientific activities.
- Managing the applied research platform and college accounts.
Fifth: Contact Information
Official Department Email: sci.aff@uowasit.edu.iq
Official Email of the Director: alirashid@uowasit.edu.iq
Mobile Number: +964 7702761792
Sixth: Scientific Policy
- Direct scientific research toward the developmental priorities of Wasit Governorate.
- Support international publication and enhance the university’s academic reputation.
- Encourage applied studies with direct societal impact.
- Sponsor scientific activities and contribute to addressing community issues.
- Promote scientific authorship and translation activities.
- Implement governance practices through electronic platforms.
- Develop and enhance the university’s scientific journals in accordance with international standards.
Seventh: Duties and Responsibilities of the Scientific Affairs Department and Work Mechanisms
1. Granting and Modifying Academic Titles in Accordance with Academic Qualifications
Objective: To regulate the procedures for granting or modifying academic titles for faculty members in accordance with their academic qualifications and approved regulations.
Mechanism:
1. Submission of the request by the academic department through the Scientific Affairs Unit at the college.
2. Verification and review of supporting documents by the Scientific Affairs Department.
3. Issuance of the university order and documentation of the relevant records.
2. Granting the Title of Professor Emeritus
Objective: To benefit from the expertise of retired professors and address shortages in specialized and rare academic fields.
Mechanism:
1. Submission of the request from the academic department to the College Council.
2. Review and verification by the Scientific Affairs Department.
3. Presentation to the Professor Emeritus Committee.
4. Submission to the University Council for final approval.
5. Issuance of the university order and notification of relevant entities.
3. Management of the “Nadwati” Platform
Objective: To document and organize all scientific activities of the university.
Mechanism:
• Review and verify data related to conferences, seminars, workshops, and discussion sessions.
• Unify and coordinate the annual scientific plan.
• Monitor data entry and approval procedures.
• Issue approvals regarding postponement or cancellation requests.
• Prepare statistical and analytical reports.
4. Management of the Applied Research Platform and College Accounts
Objective: To direct research toward practical solutions and establish a centralized database.
Mechanism:
• Create college accounts and grant access permissions.
• Review and verify research project data.
• Prepare reports on achievements and beneficiary entities.
• Integrate with the Nadwati Platform and the recognition system.
5. Support of Scientific Research
Objective: To provide financial and moral support for scientific outputs.
Mechanism: Submission of request – review and verification – presentation to the committee – issuance of payment orders.
6. Recognition of Researchers
Objective: To encourage scientific excellence.
Mechanism: Unified application form – review and verification – issuance of appreciation letters – documentation.
7. Enhancement of University Journals
Objective: To advance university journals toward inclusion in international indexing databases.
Mechanism: Review editorial boards – monitor publication processes – coordinate with the Ministry.
8. Approval of Authored and Translated Books
Objective: To ensure the quality and academic integrity of content.
Mechanism: Submission of proposal – committee review – approval by the University Council.
9. Scientific Research Plan for Faculty Members
Objective: To monitor and support research serving community needs.
Mechanism: Electronic submission – approval – monitoring of progress and implementation.
10. Community Studies
Objective: To address issues and challenges within the governorate.
Mechanism: Receive requests – establish specialized teams – evaluate impact.
11. Scientific Sabbatical and Cooperation Agreements
Objective: To enhance knowledge exchange and collaboration.
Mechanism: Review applications – examine agreements – document and archive records.
12. Government Program Reports
Objective: To evaluate scientific and academic performance.
Mechanism: Receive reports – consolidate and standardize data – submit reports to the Ministry.
Conclusion
The Scientific Affairs Department at the University of Wasit is the responsible body for managing scientific research and community studies, granting academic titles and Professor Emeritus titles, administering the Nadwati and Applied Research platforms, supporting publication and researcher recognition, and enhancing university journals, thereby strengthening the university’s role in serving society and promoting sustainable development.