Based on University of Petra's belief in the importance of scientific research and graduate studies in the advancement and development of the country, the Deanship of Scientific Research and Graduate Studies was established to support research activities, research projects, publications, and requests for attending local, regional, and international scientific conferences, in addition to supporting scientific seminars and conferences at the university. Additionally, the Deanship is involved in the development of graduate studies in collaboration with the relevant faculties. Scientific research and graduate studies are considered two fundamental pillars of academic activity at University of Petra, and the Deanship of Scientific Research and Graduate Studies oversees these activities according to the following organizational structure:
Vision:
Leadership in scientific research and innovation to achieve sustainable development and academic excellence locally and regionally.
Mission:
To provide a supportive and stimulating research environment that contributes to the production of knowledge and its applications through advanced graduate programs, and to build effective academic and research partnerships with local and international entities, with the aim of meeting community needs and promoting sustainable development.
Responsibilities of the Dean of Scientific Research and Graduate Studies include:
Setting the general policy for scientific research at the university and the means of its implementation, and developing research plans in collaboration with the deans of faculties.
Preparing the necessary regulations to organize, encourage, coordinate, support, follow up, evaluate, and publish scientific research.
Establishing the foundations and conditions necessary to protect the rights of the university and researchers related to scientific research and its outcomes, without conflicting with existing patents, authorship, and publication laws in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
Discussing the annual budget for scientific research and scholarships in accordance with the prevailing regulations.
Approving financial support for research projects, publication of works, and attendance at conferences.
Contributing to the development of graduate studies in collaboration with the relevant faculties.