Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the relationship as well as the impact of knowledge oriented roles of managers on knowledge management process at a research based organization in Iran. The target population consisted of all experts in atomic energy organization of Iran (AEOI). Based on Krejcie and Morgan table, 328 statistical samples were randomly selected. Instruments for data collection were two questionnaires which the reliability level was acceptable. The result of this study showed positive and significant relationship between knowledge oriented roles of managers and knowledge management process. Based on this research, trust builder, knowledge facilitator, knowledge leader and knowledge worker steward roles were found to be significant in predicting knowledge creation process. Among knowledge oriented roles of managers the trust builder role had high regression impact on knowledge creation.

Key words: Human resource management, knowledge management, role.