Research and Technology Transfer Vice President
Yohannes Gebru Aemro (PhD)
Contact Information
Phone: +251 911 790 592
Email:
Objectives/Goals
At Wolkite University, research, community engagement, and technology transfer from the cornerstone of our institutional mission. Our primary objective is to advance the university’s research and technology transfer agenda by fostering strategic partnerships, innovation-driven projects, and community-centered research initiatives.
My vision is to cultivate a problem-solving, sustainable, and forward-looking research culture that aligns with both national development priorities and global scientific advancements. Through these efforts, we aim to create impactful knowledge, support sustainable development, and contribute meaningfully to the socio-economic growth of our communities and the nation at large.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide strategic direction for research, technology transfer, and community engagement initiatives.
- Plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate research and technology transfer programs.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary research aligned with institutional and national priorities.
- Develop capacity-building programs for faculty and researchers.
- Establish and strengthen partnerships with local, national, and international research institutions.
- Promote innovation, technology dissemination, and knowledge transfer.
- Oversee the preparation and execution of academic and research calendars.
- Lead grant proposal development and funding acquisition efforts.
- Ensure adherence to research ethics and quality assurance standards.
- Conduct performance assessments and support professional growth for research staff.
- Enhance visibility of research outputs and maintain up-to-date records on the university’s digital platforms.
- We are dedicated to excellence in generating impactful knowledge, fostering innovation, and serving the broader community through meaningful collaboration and sustainable development.
At Wolkite University, the realization of our vision is deeply rooted in cultivating a vibrant culture of research, innovation, and community engagement. In recognition of this, the Office of the Vice President for Research and Technology Transfer has introduced key initiatives designed to create a dynamic, responsive environment that meets the evolving needs of society.
We are equally committed to strengthening the integration of teaching, research, and community service. By closely aligning these pillars, we strive to enhance both the quality and quantity of research outputs, promote research-informed teaching, and provide experiential learning opportunities that enrich the academic journey of our students.
For over a decade, Wolkite University has spearheaded numerous research initiatives and made significant contributions to the development of local communities and the nation at large.
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about Wolkite University. We invite you to stay connected with our growing institution and support our ongoing efforts to foster a culture where research excellence and community impact are truly valued. We reaffirm our commitment to embedding stakeholder engagement as a core element of our research and community development endeavors.
Director of Editor-in-chief, Jefore Ethiopian Journal of Applied Sciences
Dr Getachew Mekonnen (PhD, Assot.Prof)
Contact Information:
Phone: +912008038
Email:
Objectives/Goals:
To provide strategic leadership and uphold the highest standards of editorial integrity for the journal by:
1. Guiding journal vision in alignment with stakeholder interests (readers, authors, publishers, and the scientific community).
2. Ensuring content quality through rigorous editorial oversight and ethical practices.
3. Fostering collaboration among editors, reviewers, and researchers to advance the journal’s impact and reputation.
4. Promoting innovation in research dissemination while maintaining scientific rigor.
Primary Objective:
To steer the journal’s success by ensuring top-tier research publication, fostering innovation, and building global academic impact.
Key Roles:
- Set strategic directio
- Uphold rigorous standard
- Engage global scholar
- Drive journal growth
"Leading the future of scholarly excellence!"
Development Goals: Development Goals
Elevating Excellence in Scholarly Leadership
1. Strategic Vision Expansion
· Develop innovative publishing models to enhance journal impact
· Foster interdisciplinary collaborations to broaden research scope
2. Editorial Leadership Mastery
· Implement advanced peer-review innovations
· Cultivate emerging editorial talent through mentorship programs
3. Digital Transformation
· Pioneer AI-integrated publishing workflows
· Enhance global accessibility through open science initiatives
4. Global Academic Influence
· Strengthen international research networks
· Elevate journal ranking through citation impact strategies
5. Personal Career Growth
· Attain recognition as a thought leader in academic publishing
· Expand expertise in research integrity and ethics governance
"Building the future of academic publishing through visionary leadership and continuous innovation."
Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibility Duties & Responsibilities
Steward of Academic Excellence
1. Strategic Journal Leadership
· Define and execute the journal's vision, scope, and development roadmap
· Set annual impact goals and oversee their implementation
2. Editorial Oversight
· Ensure rigorous peer-review standards for all submissions
· Make final publication decisions in alignment with ethical guidelines
· Maintain the journal's academic integrity and reputation
3. Team Building & Management
· Recruit, train, and mentor editorial board members
· Foster collaboration among associate editors and reviewers
4. Content Quality Assurance
· Oversee special issue planning and thematic focus areas
· Implement continuous improvement of editorial processes
5. Stakeholder Engagement
· Represent the journal at academic conferences and events
· Build relationships with key authors, institutions, and societies
6. Innovation & Development
· Identify emerging trends in scholarly publishing
· Implement new technologies to enhance the review/publication process
7. Metrics & Reporting
· Monitor journal performance metrics (impact factor, submissions, etc.)
· Report to publishers/owners on progress and challenges
"Championing quality, integrity, and innovation in academic publishing."
Research Centers
1 Wabe Center
2. Gace Medicinal Plant Center
3 Gadeb and Sub-tropical fruits Center
4 Qaratamo Center
5 Atorch Center
6. Yefaraziye Center
7. Mike Center
Research, Publication, Ethics and Dissemination
Teshome Yitbarek Baye (PhD)
Contact Information
Phone: +251927426316
Email:
Objectives/Goals
Primary Objective: Coordinating, monitoring and leading the overall research activities of the university.
Duties and Responsibilities
Plans, organizes, leads, manages and controls the activities of all research programs;
Develops, recommends and implements policies and administrative procedures for research programs;
Follows up the proper implementation of policies, rules and regulations for research programs;
Makes recommendations for fostering the development of research programs;
Facilitates the development of interdisciplinary research programs in consultation with the concerned academic units;
Coordinates internal and external assistance for research programs and allocates resources in consultation with the concerned bodies;
Develops work program (strategic plan) for efficient management of existing and expanding research programs, and launching new ones;
Develops plans, sets priorities for establishment of core laboratories and research facilities and oversees the implementation of plans;
Promotes and initiate the development of appropriate incentive schemes in the University for researchers;
Evaluates existing research capacity and identifies gaps and priority areas.
Follows up implementation of plans for research capacity building including establishment of core laboratories and other research facilities;
Undertakes periodic identification of research thematic areas;
Coordinates and facilitates research activities.
Coordinates and facilitates collaborative research programs with donors and funding agencies;
Coordinates, registers, monitors and follows up research and related activities;
Checks regular progress reports on the research programs;
Evaluates periodic reports of all colleges/Schools on research activities.;
Prepares and disseminates research outputs;
Prepares and submits periodic performance report to the appropriate authority of the University;
Allocates PhD dissertation research and master’s thesis research funds to Departments/Schools/Units;
Links PhD and masters researches with thematic areas, sponsored research projects, grants and external funding;
Charters duties and responsibilities to Vice Dean for Research and Community Service, Technology Transfer and Industry Linkage units under all colleges/schools;
Performs any other duties as may be required by the Research and technology transfer affairs Vice President (VPRTTA)