Pro Vice Chancellor for Research, Quality, and Governance

Faculty

Currently, Professor Dr. Boštjan Gomišček serves as the DoctorateHub’s Pro Vice Chancellor for Research, Quality, and Governance. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and development of research, quality assurance, and governance initiatives through DoctorateHub. He plays a vital role in shaping the institution's research agenda, ensuring the highest standards of academic quality, and the promotion of sound governance practices.

With a wealth of experience in the disciplines of Quality Management, Business Excellence, Quality in Healthcare, Sustainability and Environmental Protection Management, Professor Dr. Boštjan Gomišček is a highly accomplished academic. He has dedicated his career to fostering the next generation of scholars and researchers and has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that face the doctorate journey.

Professor Gomišček’s academic career began as a young researcher at the University of Ljubljana, Slovenia, and the University of Technology Vienna, Austria, where he earned his PhD in 1993. He recalls the experience vividly, as if it were just yesterday. He gained valuable expertise by participating in a variety of national and international interdisciplinary research projects after completing his PhD. During this time, he collaborated with research groups from various international universities and research institutions. His research journey continued at the Austrian Academy of Science.

In 2003, Professor Gomišček was appointed as an Assistant Professor in the fields of Quality Management and Environmental Protection Management at the University of Maribor, Slovenia. He was promoted to the positions of Associate Professor in 2006 and Full Professor in 2014 after teaching at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. During his role as Associate Dean Research (ADR), he took on the responsibility of overseeing the PhD program.

From 2014 to 2021, Professor Gomišček was a faculty member at the Faculty of Business at the University of Wollongong in Dubai, United Arabe Emirates. He was responsible for the Higher Degree by Research (PhD/DBA) program for several years, in addition to teaching at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. From 2021 to 2024, he held a term as Professor in Quality Management with the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Throughout his career, Professor Gomišček has consistently demonstrated a dedication to both research and teaching. His publication record reflects his dedication, encompassing over 380 items, including journal publications, conference participations, teaching activities, and other research and teaching-related endeavors.

Professor Gomišček understands the intricacies of the doctorate journey and is eager to share his knowledge and experience to support your success. He believes that by leveraging his expertise, he can help you progress faster and navigate the complexities of your doctorate journey with greater confidence.