Organization

The R&D Directorate is headed by a Director of Research(DOR) under the direct supervision of a Vice President for Research, Extension and Business Affairs (VPREBA). Under the Director are nine research sections and three research support services. Each of the academic units has a Research Coordinator who acts as the arm of the Dean to oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of R&D programs in the college.

The research sections represent eight fields of science such as agriculture, business and economics, education, environment, fisheries, forestry, industry and energy, and health. Joint/consortia research projects are lumped to contribute the ninth research section. On the other hand, the research support services are divided into three sections: farm operations, laboratory (chemical and biological) and statistical services. Except the joint/consortia projects section, the activities of the various sections are coordinated by a respective section chief. The activities of the joint/consortia section are coordinated by the leader coordinator of each project.

1. Manages the day-to-day operations of the office of the Vice President for Research, Extension and Business Affairs (VPREBA).
2. Spearheads the development of policies for the R&D, extension and production function of the university.
3. Coordinates the planning, monitoring and implementation of the different plans, programs and projects of the three directorates under the VPREA.
4. Develops strategies to strengthen linkages with the national and international R&D and extension institution.
5. Represent the university in meetings, conferences and other activities related to R&D and extension upon instruction of the university President.
6. Acts as the officer-in-charge of the university when both the University President and Vice President for Academic Affairs are out.
7. Does other work as maybe assigned by the University President.

1. Assists the VPREA in the general supervision of the R&D programs and projects of the university.
2. Oversees, monitors and evaluates the implementation of the research programs of the university and ensures prompt availability or dissemination of research findings for the benefit of the target clientele through direct linkage with the extension service and other means, unless the research is classified as affecting national security.
3. Acts as liaison in the implementation of the research procurement program and in the release of funds for research operations.
4. Prepares reports and, when circumstances warrant, represents the VPREA in attending meetings and conferences and in receiving visitors.
5. Assists in the planning and monitoring of R&D projects.
6. Performs other related services as may be delegated by the Vice President for Research, Extension and Business Affairs (VPREBA).

1. Acts as the arm of the Dean in the development/formulation and oversees the implementation of R&D programs in the college.
2. Orchestrates the formulation of the college R&D Agenda.
3. Coordinates with the DOR in the implementation of GAA-funded research projects including the implementation of research procurement program and in the release of funds or provision of logistics for the operation of the projects.
4. Makes preliminary evaluation, critiquing or screening of research proposals and technical reports before these are submitted to the office of the DOR.
5. Coordinates with the faculty researchers in the implementation of the research projects in the college whether GAA- or externally-funded.
6. Sees to it that research activities adhere to prescribed methodologies, and that research reports, proposals and other required documents are submitted to the office of the DOR within the prescribed format and deadline.
7. Performs other related services as may be delegated or requested by the DOR or College Dean.

1. Assist the DOR in the general supervision and coordination of the R&D programs/projects and resources in their respective section.
2. Spearhead the planning/formulation of R&D thrusts and programs
3. Undertake through a pool of technical experts, preliminary evaluation of research proposals either for GAA or external funds and critiquing/editing of scientific/technical reports submitted by project/study leaders.
4. Consolidate and submit to the office of the DOR the research highlights and generated information and technologies under their respective section for inclusion in the R&D annual report and related reports such as those required by the DBM and endorsing councils of the DOST.
5. Perform other related services as may be delegated by the Vice President for Research, Extension and Business Affairs (VPREBA) or DOR.

1. Bear overall responsibility in the implementation of the project in close coordination with the funding agency and (VPREBA).
2. Oversee, monitor and evaluate the implementation of planned/programmed activities.
3. Coordinate with study leaders in the physical conduct of the various studies and see to it that prescribed/recommended research methodologies are adhered to.
4. Act a liaison in the implementation of the research procurement program and in the release of funds for the operation of the project.
5. Spearhead in the planning of research activities and preparation of scientific/technical reports.
6. Submit technical and related reports to the funding agency with endorsement by the University President.
7. Furnish the office of the DOR a copy of all reports submitted to the funding agency for coordination and monitoring purposes.