Department of Research

In the capacity of a principal Research agency, the main role of the DR is to provide Research leadership and support to the University, which entails the following responsibilities:

• Promoting and facilitating independent, collaborative, interdisciplinary & multidisciplinary Research & innovation in the University.
• Identifying niche areas of interest important to Dhofar region in particular and Oman in general.
• Building and providing adequate support to develop a community of innovative researchers at the University.
• Fostering and stimulating Research efforts and creative projects by providing internal research grants, incentives & awards.
• Acting as a focal point between the University and RIA.
• Implementing and revising the Operational Plan for Research.
• Establishing and reviewing research policies.
• Managing the University’s Research budget.
• To encourage and mentor the faculty members and students to obtain various Research grants from DU, RIA or other external funding agencies.
• Preparing the annual report and any other reports related to the Research.
• Guiding and facilitating University/College/CPS Research Committees in their operations.
• Ensuring objective, ethical and responsible conduct of Research in the University.
• Promoting the strategic goal of DU being a hub of Research in Dhofar region by supporting impactful and innovative research activities.
• Developing networks between DU researchers, industry and the community with respect to Research initiatives of mutual benefit.

Promoting Strategic Topics of Interest to Oman:
In order to focus on the strategic topics of interest to Oman, the DR is responsible to:

• Encourage DU faculty in each department to participate Research interest groups that may also involve DU students.
• Provide literature and necessary guidance to each Research group related to funding strategic Research through RIA’s Strategic Research Program or internal grants & incentives.