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Dr. Yohannes Gebreegziabher
Assistant Professor & Postdoctoral Researcher | Debre Berhan University
With over a decade of experience spanning clinical practice, curriculum development, and high-impact epidemiological research, I bring a multidimensional perspective to academic and clinical supervision. My academic journey—from a clinical nursing background at Hawassa University to a PhD in Mental Health Epidemiology from Addis Ababa University—has instilled in me a deep commitment to translating complex data into actionable health policy.
As a supervisor, I prioritize three pillars of development:
Technical Excellence: I provide hands-on guidance in advanced statistical analysis (Stata, R, SPSS) and specialized research methodologies. My expertise in validating psychometric assessment tools for specialized clinical populations allows me to support students through the most challenging phases of tool development and norming.
Strategic Research Leadership: Currently a Postdoctoral Fellow under the African Mental Health Research Initiative-II (AMARI-II) and a lead investigator on Wellcome Trust projects, I offer supervisees the opportunity to engage with international research networks. My work focuses on bridging the literacy gap in cognitive assessments within low-income settings, providing a fertile ground for students interested in global health equity.
Academic Stewardship: My experience in drafting national PhD and MSc curricula ensures that my mentees are not only technically proficient but also academically aligned with institutional promotion guidelines and national MoE legislation. I am a firm believer in the power of professional collaboration, a value recognized by the Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS) through their Early Career Award.
I am passionate about empowering early-career researchers to navigate the complexities of global academia, from securing travel grants to leading cross-disciplinary publications. My goal is to build a collaborative research environment where evidence-based practice meets transformative leadership.
1. Specific Supervisory & Consulting Services
Methodological & Statistical Mentorship
Advanced Data Analysis Guidance: Providing step-by-step supervision for researchers using Stata, R, or SPSS. This includes cleaning complex datasets, running regressions, and interpreting results.
Evidence Synthesis Oversight: Supervising the protocol development and execution of Systematic, Umbrella, and Mixed-Method Reviews, ensuring they meet international standards (e.g., PRISMA).
Psychometric Tool Development: Specialized guidance on validating and norming clinical assessment tools, particularly for specialized populations.
Strategic Academic Supervision
Curriculum & Course Design: Consulting for universities on drafting PhD and MSc curricula that align with national MoE harmonized legislation.
Grant & Publication Strategy: Mentoring early-career researchers on navigating the “Wellcome Trust” or “Fulbright” level application processes and leading publication efforts in high-impact journals.
2. Suggested Hourly Rates (2026 Estimates)
A monthly fee ($300 – $500/month) for ongoing supervision of a PhD student or a research team, covering a set number of meetings and email reviews.
Project-Based Fees:
$500 – $1,500 for a complete Systematic Review protocol and analysis plan.
$1,500 – $2,000 for developing a new MSc/PhD curriculum for a department