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- Dr Lina Gharaibeh
As a faculty member at the School of Business, University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD), Dr Lina Gharaibeh is committed to enhancing the educational experience of students by providing comprehensive knowledge in operations management, supply chain, and business strategies. Dr Gharaibeh brings extensive industry insights into the classroom, creating a dynamic learning environment that bridges theoretical concepts with real-world applications.
Dr Lina Gharaibeh holds a PhD in Engineering Science and Production Technology from Högskolan Väst, Sweden, awarded in 2024. Her doctoral research focused on optimizing manufacturing processes and exploring the transformative potential of Industry 4.0 technologies in various business settings.
Dr Gharaibeh’s teaching philosophy is cantered on active student engagement and the application of practical examples from diverse industries. She emphasizes hands-on learning, critical thinking, and problem-solving, equipping students with the skills necessary to navigate complex business environments. She adapts her teaching methods to suit various learning styles, incorporating both traditional and digital platforms to provide an inclusive and stimulating learning experience. She fosters a collaborative classroom where students are encouraged to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical industry challenges.
Dr Gharaibeh’s research interests lie at the intersection of Production Technology, Supply Chain Digitalization, and Automation. She has explored the transformative potential of Industry 4.0 technologies and developed tools to assess Building Information Modelling (BIM) feasibility. Her research is multidisciplinary, combining technological advancements with strategic management, operations, and human resource considerations. This holistic approach aims to provide actionable insights that help businesses navigate digital transformations.
Before joining UOWD, Dr Gharaibeh served as a Researcher and Teaching Assistant at University West, Sweden, from 2021 to 2024, contributing to academic research and collaborating with industry partners. She previously worked as a Project Manager with DAR Group from 2015 to 2021, specializing in Project Management and Contracts within construction and engineering management. With over 15 years of experience in project management, Dr Gharaibeh has cultivated expertise across sectors such as construction, supply chain, procurement, logistics, and operations management.
- PH.D. Engineering Science and production Technology
Högskolan Väst, Sweden - MSc. Engineering Project Management
University of Jordan - BSc. Civil Engineering. Construction
Jordan University of science and technology
- Gharaibeh, L., Matarneh, S., Lantz, B. & Eriksson, K.(2024), " Quantifying the Influence of BIM Adoption: An In-Depth Methodology and Practical Case Studies in Construction", Results in Engineering (Q1) 2024, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rineng.2024.102555
- Gharaibeh L., Eriksson, K., and Lantz, B. 2024. Quantifying BIM investment value: a systematic review. Journal of Engineering design and technology. (Q1) https://doi.org/10.1108/JEDT-06-2023-0259
- Gharaibeh, L., Lantz, B, Jaradat, M. & Eriksson, K. (2024), "The Interplay Between BIM Implementation Level and Perceived Benefits: Insights from Industry Practitioners ", In book: Advances in Transdisciplinary Engineering, DOI: https://ebooks.iospress.nl/doi/10.3233/ATDE240181
- Gharaibeh, L., Matarneh, S., Eriksson, K. and Lantz, B., (2023), " Digital transformation of the wood construction supply chain through building information modelling: current state of practice Digital transformation", Construction Innovation (Q1) 2023, Doi/10.1108/CI-05-2023-0124
- Gharaibeh, L., Matarneh, S., Eriksson, K. and Lantz, B., (2022), " An Empirical Analysis of Barriers to Building Information Modelling (BIM) Implementation in Wood Construction Projects: Evidence from the Swedish Context", Buildings (Q1) 2022, 12(8), 1067; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings12081067
- Gharaibeh L., Eriksson, K., and Lantz, B. 2022. Building Information Modelling in the wood construction industry: Challenges and level of implementation. In proceedings of the 29th EurOMA Conference, July 2022 Berlin, Germany.
- Gharaibeh L., Eriksson, K., and Lantz, B. 2022. Supply Chain Digitalization in the Wood Manufacturing Industry: A Bibliometric Literature Review. In proceedings of the 10th Swedish Production Symposium, P. 617 – 628, Volume 21, Advances in Transdisciplinary Engineering: SPS2022, DOI: https://ebooks.iospress.nl/doi/10.3233/ATDE220180.
- Gharaibeh, L., Eriksson, K.M., Lantz, B., Matarneh, S. and Elghaish, F. (2022), "Toward digital construction supply chain-based Industry 4.0 solutions: scientometric-thematic analysis", Smart and Sustainable Built Environment (Q1). https://doi.org/10.1108/SASBE-12-2021-0224
- Gharaibeh, L., Matarneh, S., Arafah, M., Sweis, G. “Factors leading to design changes in Jordanian construction projects”, International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management (Q1), (2020). 10.1108/IJPPM-08-2019-0412
- Dr Lina Gharaibeh's research interests span several key areas within business management and operations, focusing particularly on Supply Chain Digitalization, Construction Supply Chain Management, and the integration of Industry 4.0 technologies in these domains. She is also interested in exploring strategies for optimizing production processes and the role of automation in improving efficiency within global supply chains. Her work aims to bridge the gap between academic research and practical industry applications, providing innovative solutions to real-world challenges in business and supply chain management.
- Dr Gharaibeh has received a research grant of 65,000 euros from Erasmus ACM. This grant supports a project focused on building faculty capacity between her organisation and a university in her home country, Jordan. The project emphasizes collaboration, knowledge exchange, and the development of academic programs that align with the evolving needs of industry and education.
Dr Lina Gharaibeh has over 13 years of experience in the construction and consultation industries, where she has managed large-scale projects and teams. Her expertise spans construction management, engineering management, and various aspects of supply chain and operations, making her well-versed in the complexities of these industries.
- Member of the Jordanian Engineering Association JEA 2009
- Member of ISPIM - International Society for Professional Innovation Management 2022
- Member of SULF, The Swedish Association of University Teachers and Researchers 2021
- Member of Production and Operations Management Society (POMS) 2022
- Member of the editorial review board Emerald publishing, Credential ID Smart and Sustainable Built Environment Journal SASBE 2022
- Member of European Operations Management Association EurOMA 2022
- Dr Lina Gharaibeh is part of the Supply Chain Management program at the University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD).
- Dr Gharaibeh is currently teaching postgraduate courses in Operations Management and Advanced Supply Chain Management.
- Her specialist teaching areas include management, operations, and supply chain, with a focus on integrating practical industry knowledge and academic theory to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of these fields.
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