Presidency
Dr. Salahalddin Saeed Ali
President of Komar University of Science and Technology
Institutional Vision
"Be a model and leader for a quality higher education in the Region."
Contact Details
Office: No. 263
Mobile: +964 (0) 770 1555889
Email: salah.saeed@komar.edu.iq
Web: Official Website
The President's Message
Welcome to Komar University of Science and Technology. As President, I am honored to lead an institution committed to preparing courageous, creative, and compassionate leaders for the challenges of our rapidly changing world. Our mission is simple but profound: to deliver excellent education, advance knowledge through research, and serve our communities with integrity and purpose.
At Komar University, we believe higher education must be student-centered, research-driven, and socially engaged. Our leadership philosophy is grounded in these principles:
Student-first decision making: Policies and curricula designed to promote student learning and success.
Academic excellence and freedom: Protecting rigorous scholarship and respectful debate.
Quality assurance: Continuous improvement by measuring outcomes and listening to feedback.
Research and innovation: Fostering interdisciplinary research for local and global needs.
Integrity and Equity: Acting ethically and creating access and opportunity for all.
Professional Biography
Professor Salahalddin Saeed Ali assumed the post of President at Komar University of Science and Technology in November 2017. Prior to this, he served as the President of Sulaimani University for over four years (2012–2016). His career is marked by extensive experience in academic administration and scientific research.
Academic Degrees
Degree | Field of Study | Institution | Year |
Ph.D. | Hydrogeology | Belgrade University, Serbia | 2007 |
M.Sc. | Engineering Geology / Rock Mechanics | Mosul University, Iraq | 1987 |
B.Sc. | Geology | Salahaddin University, Iraq | 1982 |
Key Leadership Positions
President, Komar University (2017–Present)
President, Sulaimani University (2012–2016)
Dean, Faculty of Science and Education
Vice Dean, College of Science (1994–2005)
Member of University Council, Sulaimani (2003–2004)
Selected International Conferences & Workshops
Dr. Salahalddin has contributed to numerous global scientific and administrative forums, including:
33rd International Geological Congress (IGC): Oslo, Norway.
UNESCO Workshop: Environmental Sustainability, Aqaba, Jordan.
Association of University Administrators (AUA): University of Keele, UK.
Hydrogeology & Karst Terrains Conference: Florida, USA.
International Symposium on Karst: Malaga, Spain.
Integrated Water Resources Management: Erbil and Belgrade.
Areas of Interest
Higher Education for Development of Society
Quality Performance and Academic Standards
Hydrogeological Studies and Water Management