DEREJE DOBOCHA GODA
Asella
Summary
Dynamic researcher with a proven track record at the Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research, excelling in data analysis and experimental design. Adept at securing funding through compelling proposal writing and fostering collaboration within teams. Recognized for enhancing student engagement as an instructor, demonstrating strong problem-solving and presentation skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Researcher
Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research, Kulumsa Agricultural Research Center
Asella
08.2014 - Current
- Identified problems in soil fertility, agronomy, and crop physiology to inform research initiatives.
- Conducted thorough literature reviews to pinpoint knowledge gaps and guide project objectives.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to design experiments and analyze data effectively.
- Utilized advanced statistical software, including SPSS, STATA, SAS, and R, for data analysis.
- Prepared presentations summarizing findings from various organizational studies for stakeholders.
- Presented research outcomes at industry meetings and conferences to enhance visibility.
- Published experimental results and research conclusions in reputable scientific journals.
- Spearheaded proposal writing to secure funding for innovative agricultural research projects.
Instructor (C. Level Assistant Trainer)
Ethiopian Ministry of Agriculture, Agarfa ATVET College
Agarfa
12.2013 - 07.2014
- Organized field trips to enhance hands-on learning experiences outside classroom.
- Monitored student behavior, ensuring adherence to school policies and fostering effective teaching environment.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to promote critical thinking among students.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments including essays, research papers, and lab reports.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, and assessments for all students.
- Implemented strategies to encourage student engagement and participation during lessons.
Education
MSc. - Agronomy
Hawassa University
Hawassa06-2018
BSc. - Plant Science
Ambo University
Ambo07-2013
Skills
- Data analysis and statistical software
- Experimental design and literature review
- Proposal writing and field research
- Project management
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Presentation skills
- Problem solving
- Time management
Certification
- Certificate awarded in Basic Research Methodology and Statistical Computing Techniques Using R software held at EIAR, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia [EIAR] - [15 - 18 June 2015]
- Certificate of Attendance awarded for attending an Inductive Training Course for Land and Water Resources Junior Researchers held at EIAR, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia [EIAR] - [10-20 May 2016]
- Certificate of Attendance awarded for attending Training Course on "Experimental Designs, Data Analysis and Interpretation using R and SAS Packages". Organized by the ENARESS Project for Junior Researchers held at EIAR, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia [EIAR] - [18-22 October 2021]
- Certificate of Participation awarded for successfully delivered Training of "Wheat Production Manual" held at Kulumsa Agricultural Research Center (KARC), Kulumsa, Ethiopia [KARC] - [19-21 May 2021]
Publications
- A. Journal Articles
- Dereje Dobocha, Girma Abera and Wogayehu Worku (2019). Grain quality and nitrogen use efficiency of bread wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) varieties in response to nitrogen fertilizer in Arsi highlands, southeastern Ethiopia. African Journal of Agricultural Research. Vol. 14(32): 1544-1552.
- Dereje Dobocha, Wogayehu Worku, Debela Bekele, Zenebe Mulatu, Fasil Shimeles, and Almaz Admasu. (2019). The response of Faba bean (Vicia faba L.) Varieties as evaluated by varied plant population densities in the highlands of Arsi Zone, Southeastern Ethiopia. Latin American Journal of Biotechnology and Life Sciences. Volumen 4 / Número 2
- Http://www.revistabionatura.com: 846-851.
- Dereje Dobocha, Wogayehu Worku, Fasil Shimeles, Almaz Admasu, Zenebe Mulatu and Debela Bekele. (2020). Evaluation of food barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) varieties by varied plant population densities in the highlands of Arsi Zone, Southeastern Ethiopia. J. Plant Sci., 15 (1): 22-27.
- Dereje Dobocha, Debela Bekele, Wogayehu Worku, Fasil Shimeles, Zenebe Mulatu, Almaz Admasu. (2021). Response of Bread Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) Varieties to Plant Densities in Lemu-Bilbilo District of Arsi Zone, Southeastern Ethiopia, Agricultural and Biological Sciences Journal, 7(2): 27-33.
- Dereje Dobocha, Wogayehu Worku, Fasil Shimeles, Zenebe Mulatu, Almaz Admasu, Debela Bekele. (2021). Determination of Optimum Plant Densities for Malt Barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) Varieties in Lemu-Bilbilo District, Highlands of Arsi Zone, International Journal of Plant Science and Ecology, 7(2): 22-30.
- Dereje Dobocha Goda. (2021). Agronomic and Economic Performance of Bread Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) Varieties in Response to N-Fertilizer Rate at Lemu-Bilbilo District, Southeastern Ethiopia. Curr Inves Agri Curr Res, 9(4). CIACR.MS.ID.000320. DOI: 10.32474/CIACR.2021.09.000320.
- Debela Bekele, Dereje Dobocha and Wogayehu Worku. (2022). Influence of Intercropping Ratio of Faba Bean with Wheat on Crops Productivity at Kulumsa. J. Plant Sci., 17(1): 6-13.
- Dereje Dobocha Goda. (2022). Influence of Nitrogen Fertilizer Levels on Growth and Development of Bread Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) Varieties at Kulumsa, South-Eastern Ethiopia. African Journal of Life Sciences. Vol. 10, No. 2, 2022, pp.21-27. doi: 10.51454/ajls.20220012.11.
- Fasil Shimeles, Almaz Admasu, Zenebe Mulatu and Wogayehu Worku, Debela Bekele and Dereje Dobocha. Response of Chick Pea to Different Intercropping Ratio of Faba Bean (Vicia faba L.) varieties at Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia. AJAR, 18(1): 1-8, 2022; Article no.AJAAR.83581.
- B. Review Articles
- Dereje Dobocha Goda (2019). Effect of Integrated Soil Fertility Management on Crop Production: A Review. Journal of Biology, Agriculture and Healthcare. Vol.9 (8): ISSN 2225-093X (Online), DOI:10.7176/JBAH/9-8-01.
- Dereje Dobocha Goda. (2019). Response of Wheat to Integrated Nutrient Management: A Review. Journal of Plant Science & Research. 6(1): 183.
- C. Book Chapter
- Dereje Dobocha and Debela Bekele. (2021). Faba Bean Agronomic and Crop Physiology Research in Ethiopia DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.101542.
Additional Information
References
1. Dr. Wogayehu Worku, Researcher in EIAR/DZARC, 0912098223, wogayehuworku53@gmail.com
2. Dr. Dawit Habte, Researcher in EIAR/KARC, 0916453137, dawithabte99@yahoo.com
3. Dr. Negash Geleta, Researcher in EIAR/KARC, 091139262633, ayananegash@yahoo.com
Timeline
Researcher
Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research, Kulumsa Agricultural Research Center
08.2014 - Current
Instructor (C. Level Assistant Trainer)
Ethiopian Ministry of Agriculture, Agarfa ATVET College
12.2013 - 07.2014
MSc. - Agronomy
Hawassa University
BSc. - Plant Science
Ambo University
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