Dr. Nazanin Rasekh Promoted to Associate Professor at SSRII

The Public Relations Office of the Institute of Physical Education and Sports Sciences has announced that Dr. Nazanin Rasekh, who holds a Ph.D. in Sports Management from the University of Tehran and is a full-time faculty member at the institute, has been promoted to the academic rank of Associate Professor. This promotion follows a thorough evaluation and approval by the Academic Promotion Committee of Kharazmi University (acting on behalf of the institute).

Dr. Rasekh is a member of the Research Group on Sports Management and Policy Studies at the institute. Her specialized research focuses on women’s sports, sports communication, and strategic studies in sports organizations. She was recognized as the institute’s Top Researcher in both 2018 and 2023.

Academic Contributions and Achievements

Dr. Rasekh has successfully led and collaborated on multiple research projects, including industry-driven initiatives commissioned by organizations such as the Ministry of Sports and Youth and the National Olympic Committee. She has published numerous scientific articles in reputable domestic and international journals.

Her involvement in academia extends to:
    •    Delivering keynote addresses and presenting at national and international conferences
    •    Serving as a peer reviewer for multiple esteemed journals
    •    Authoring and translating books in her fields of expertise
    •    Teaching dozens of workshops and mentoring numerous graduate theses and dissertations

Executive and Administrative Roles

Dr. Rasekh has held several pivotal roles within the institute, including:
    •    Director of Specialized Education and Graduate Studies
    •    Director of Research and Applied Studies
    •    Manager of Community and Industry Engagement
    •    Manager of Project Monitoring, Evaluation, and Control
    •    Acting Director of Cultural and Social Planning
    •    Member of the Research Council
    •    Editor of the Sports Management Studies Journal
    •    Scientific Director of the 13th International Sports Sciences Conference
    •    Secretary of the Research and Technology Week Committee
    •    Liaison Officer between the institute and the Islamic World Science Citation Center (ISC)

Notable External Contributions

Beyond her work at the institute, Dr. Rasekh has served in key capacities, such as:
    •    Member of the Women and Sports Commission of the National Olympic Committee
    •    Editor of the Scientific Journal of Sports Media Management (Payame Noor University)
    •    Academic Vice Chair of the 2nd National Conference on Sports Communication

The Institute of Physical Education and Sports Sciences congratulates Dr. Nazanin Rasekh on her well-deserved promotion and wishes her continued success in advancing the academic and scientific contributions to sports in Iran.