To become 'HEAD" of any institution, a person need many qualities. Among these qualities, in lab or in field work or good knowledge on the subject is never included, at least in my country.
And perhaps it is true for your country also!
You are expecting role of active leaders from the "Heads"! How dare you to think so?😣
In order to become a leader, he must have certain characteristics, such as cooperation with others, a scientific background, good manners and loved by others.