Dean of School of Technology at Reykjavik University

The Dean of School of Technology at Reykjavik University is available for application. 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's policies, School of Technology, and departments within
• 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

• Associate professorship or academic qualifications in the field of expertise.
• 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 along with a registry and a covering letter where applicants account their reasons for being the relevant person for this position.
• Copies of relevant diplomas and three to five published publications.
• Teaching statement.
• 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.