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Job Summary The Associate Dean of the School of Computing plays a pivotal academic and administrative leadership role, supporting the Dean in managing day-to-day operations, enhancing academic quality, promoting research, and ensuring student success. This position involves working closely with faculty, staff, and students to uphold the school’s mission and align programs with institutional goals. Key Responsibilities Academic Leadership: Assist in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of academic programs. Coordinate curriculum planning and academic scheduling across departments. Promote excellence in teaching, learning, and student engagement. Faculty Development & Management Support recruitment, mentoring, evaluation, and professional development of faculty. Foster a collaborative and innovative academic environment. Monitor faculty workload, leave, and adherence to academic policies. Student Affairs Oversee student advisement processes and address academic concerns. Promote student research, internships, and participation in tech and innovation events. Research & Innovation Encourage and facilitate research initiatives within the school. Promote interdisciplinary collaborations and industry-academic partnerships. Administrative Duties Contribute to the strategic planning and budgeting of the school. Monitor compliance with academic regulations and accreditation standards. Manage academic records, reports, and communications, including restricted holiday documentation. Liaison & Representation Represent the school in university committees, councils, and external events. Coordinate with other academic units, administrative offices, and external stakeholders. Qualifications Ph.D. in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline. Minimum 10 years of teaching/research experience, with at least 3 years in academic administration. Proven leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to foster academic excellence and innovation. Desirable Skills Knowledge of accreditation standards (e.g., NAAC, NBA). Experience in curriculum development and digital transformation in education. Ability to manage diverse teams and facilitate decision-making. Familiarity with emerging technologies in computing and education. Show more Show less
