Executive Dean of Science & Engineering

The Company is in search of an Executive Dean for its Faculty of Science and Engineering. The successful candidate will be a key member of the University Executive, responsible for leading the development of the Faculty and enhancing its educational and research profile. This role involves working closely with internal and external stakeholders to raise the reputation and performance of the Faculty, with a particular focus on the establishment of a new School of Health and Medicine. The Executive Dean will also be instrumental in shaping the future direction of the Faculty, maintaining and enhancing the excellence of existing Schools and Departments, and promoting cross-university opportunities for teaching, research, and engagement. Applicants for the Executive Dean position must have a strong background in operational and strategic leadership within a relevant academic environment, as well as a proven track record in research and teaching in disciplines related to science, engineering, and health. The role requires the ability to represent the Faculty and the University at a national and international level, and the ideal candidate will possess the ambassadorial skills necessary for this. The Executive Dean will be expected to work with a diverse range of stakeholders and to foster an interdisciplinary approach to research, in line with the University's unique collegial culture.