Water Sciences
Hydrochemistry, isotope hydrology, aquifer systems, water quality, and climate resilience.
International Research Leadership & Higher Education Development
Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Saed K. Khayat
Director of the International Grants and Project Center at An-Najah National University. Research leader in water sciences, hydrogeology, and international academic cooperation.
Water Sciences & Hydrogeology
International Grants
Higher Education Development
Mediterranean Cooperation
Professional Profile
Academic leader and researcher with 20+ years in international grants, water sciences, strategic partnerships, and higher education development.
Prof. Dr. Saed K. Khayat serves as Director of the International Grants and Project Center at An-Najah National University in Nablus, Palestine. He brings expertise in international academic relations, project management, water resources, and education modernization.
His career spans research institutions in Germany, Palestinian universities, and the Ministry of Higher Education. He leads strategic initiatives in internationalization, Bologna Process alignment, water science research, and development of micro-credentials for higher education.
His work connects universities, research institutions, European partners, and international agencies through funded projects, research collaboration, training programs, and institutional capacity building in both water sciences and higher education innovation.
International Networks
Partnerships, grants, Mediterranean cooperation, and externally funded academic initiatives.
Higher Education
Bologna Process, micro-credentials, quality assurance, and institutional capacity building.
Academic and Professional Impact
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40+
Publications
Journal articles, conference papers, and book chapters
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Dynamic
Research Citations
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7+
Supervised Theses
Graduate research works and dissertations
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15+
International Projects
Grants, Erasmus+, Horizon Europe, and regional initiatives
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Books & Chapters
Academic Outputs
Edited volumes, technical reports, and educational materials
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Scientific
Academic Activities
Conferences, workshops, training, and international cooperation
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Expert Services
Professional support for universities, institutions, research teams, and international partners in grants, higher education development, water sciences, and project implementation.
International Grants & Proposal Development
Support in identifying funding opportunities, developing competitive proposals, building consortia, and aligning projects with donor priorities.
Higher Education Development & Quality Assurance
Consultation on academic modernization, Bologna Process alignment, micro-credentials, quality systems, and institutional capacity building.
Water Sciences & Hydrogeology Consultation
Expert guidance in groundwater systems, hydrochemistry, isotope hydrology, water quality, environmental monitoring, and climate resilience.
Research Collaboration & Scientific Writing
Support for research partnerships, scientific publications, project concepts, technical reports, and international academic collaboration.
Institutional Training & Workshops
Design and delivery of professional training for universities, researchers, project teams, and development institutions.
Project Evaluation, Monitoring & Impact Reporting
Support in monitoring funded projects, evaluating outcomes, preparing impact reports, and strengthening project visibility.
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Research Focus Areas
Expertise connecting water science, environmental systems, and higher education innovation.
Water Sciences & Environmental Research
- Hydrochemistry and isotope hydrology
- Groundwater quality and aquifer systems
- Water security and climate change adaptation
- Environmental monitoring and pollution transport
International Cooperation & Grants
- European research frameworks (Horizon Europe, Erasmus+)
- Mediterranean cooperation (PRIMA, UNIMED)
- Institutional partnerships and capacity building
- Competitive proposal development
Higher Education Development
- Bologna Process alignment and micro-credentials
- Recognition frameworks and quality assurance
- Digital learning and virtual education
- TVET and institutional modernization
Leadership Experience
Senior roles in universities, research institutions, and government agencies.
2022 – Present
Director of International Grants and Project Center
An-Najah National University, Nablus
- Identifies and secures international funding (Erasmus+, Horizon Europe, PRIMA, USAID)
- Coordinates competitive proposal development and institutional partnerships
- Oversees funded project implementation, compliance, and impact assessment
- Promotes digitalization, virtual learning, and institutional capacity building
2021 – 2022
Vice President for International Academic Relations
Palestine Technical University Kadoorie
- Led university internationalization strategy and global academic networking
- Managed student and faculty mobility programs
- Promoted international research collaboration and funding opportunities
2020 – 2021
Dean of Planning, Development and Quality
Palestine Technical University Kadoorie
- Led strategic planning, institutional development, and quality assurance
- Supported curriculum development and capacity building
2014 – 2015
Director of Technical and Applied Research Center
Palestine Technical University Kadoorie
- Led applied research, innovation, and external partnerships
- Supported researchers through training and knowledge dissemination
2016
Guest Researcher in Hydrogeochemistry
Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research, Halle, Germany
- Guest scientist in Catchment Hydrology Department
- Led international research projects with German partners
2011 – 2022
Professor
Palestine Technical University Kadoorie
- Teaching and research in water, environmental, and related programs
2003 – 2009
Guest Scientist and Research Fellow
Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research UFZ, Halle, Germany
- Postdoctoral research in environmental and water-related studies
1997 – 2010
Director of Vocational Education and Colleges
Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Ramallah
- Led TVET sector policy development and strategic planning
- Oversaw quality standards, college coordination, and workforce development
Education and Qualifications
Advanced training in environmental sciences, water research, and academic leadership.
Dr. rer. nat. (PhD)
Doctor of Natural Sciences
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Germany
2003 – 2005
EQF Level 8
MSc Environmental Sciences
Master of Science
An-Najah National University, Palestine
1999 – 2001
EQF Level 7
BSc Biological Sciences
Bachelor of Science
An-Najah National University, Palestine
1992 – 1996
EQF Level 6
Languages
Arabic — Mother tongue
English — Fluent (C1)
German — Fluent (C1)
French — Working (B1)
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