Dean Of School Of Technology

Reykjavik University (RU) invites applications for the position Dean of School of Technology, which comprises the Department of Applied Engineering, the Department of Computer Science, and the Department of Engineering.

The Dean of the School of Technology, the Dean of the School of Social Sciences, and the Rector of RU initiate the formulation of policies for the University, oversee its implementation, and hold responsibility for academic development within RU.

Each dean is responsible for the management and operation of their faculty. Both deans divide responsibility and supervision through teaching and research within the University. The dean also holds a position as deputy rector. The position is 100% administrative position and is indefinite.

Main tasks and areas of responsibility

• Promote consistency between the policies of RU, of the School of Technology and of its constituent departments
• Support for the operation of the departments within the School of Technology
• The long-term and annual budget of the School of Technology and its departments
• Quality of the University's teaching and research in consultation with the Rector and The Dean of the School of Social Sciences
• Consultation with departments and other units within RU concerning the development of support services
• Communication with parties outside the school

Qualifications

• Full professorship in the fields of expertise within the School of Technology
• Extensive international experience in academic work environments
• Experience in management in university environments, including finances
• Extensive experience in teaching and research

The following documents must accompany the application

• Curriculum vitae including a list of scientific publications, a teaching statement and a cover letter where applicants describing their suitability for this position
• Copies of relevant diplomas and three to five published publications
• At least two specified referees
• Other information the applicant wishes to submit can support the application

For further information, please get in touch with Ragnhildur Helgadóttir, [email protected] , Rector and Ester Gústavsdóttir,[email protected] , Director of Human Resources. All applications will be held confidential. 

The application deadline is December 31st, 2022. 

Reykjavik University (RU)

Reykjavík University has around 3.700 students and 250 faculty and employees, and numerous adjunct faculty in two schools: Technology and Social Sciences. We offer a welcoming and stimulating environment in which to work and live. The University is centrally located in Reykjavík, the capital city of Iceland.

The role of Reykjavik University is to create and disseminate knowledge to enhance the competitiveness and quality of life for individuals and society, guided by good ethics, sustainability, and responsibility. Education and research at RU have strong ties within the Icelandic industry and society. We emphasize interdisciplinary collaboration, international relations, and entrepreneurship.