The Department of Biomedical Engineering at the College of Engineering – Al-Nahrain University, under the generous patronage of the Dean of the College of Engineering, Prof. Dr. Iyad Murad Takhakh, organized a workshop delivered by Asst. Prof. Dr. Rana Ibrahim Mahmood, a faculty member in the Department of Biomedical Engineering, titled:

“Scientific Promotion and Its Requirements.”

The workshop aimed to highlight the mechanisms of scientific promotion in Iraqi universities and to clarify the essential requirements and academic standards that must be met by faculty members applying for promotion to higher academic ranks.

The workshop also aimed to:

• Explain the ministerial regulations and guidelines related to scientific promotions.

• Clarify the mechanism for calculating points related to scientific research, academic activities, and community service.

• Provide practical guidance to faculty members on how to prepare promotion files correctly and comprehensively.

• Discuss the main challenges and difficulties faced by faculty members in the promotion process and ways to overcome them.

The workshop was distinguished by fruitful contributions from the attendees, which enriched the discussion and helped clarify many procedural and academic aspects related to scientific promotion. This reflects the department’s and the college’s commitment to supporting the academic progress of faculty members and enhancing the quality of higher education.