Dean, Faculty of Science and Technology

About the role

Muscat University is recruiting a Dean for its Faculty of Science and Technology. The Dean reports to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Research & Innovation and supervises assistant deans, directors, heads of departments and administrative staff. The role provides academic and administrative leadership so that teaching, research and industry engagement meet the highest standards, and develops the Faculty's strategy and operations in line with national and international accreditation requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the Faculty's strategic and operational plans and ensure high-quality, industry-relevant programmes in science and technology
• Oversee curriculum development, review and accreditation against OAAAQA and international standards
• Manage faculty recruitment, promotion, performance appraisals and mentoring frameworks, ensuring sufficient qualified staff
• Promote research, interdisciplinary collaboration, external funding and partnerships with industry, government and research institutions
• Support innovation hubs and applied research centres, and strengthen graduate employability
• Oversee student advising, support services and engagement, and encourage student participation in competitions and industry projects
• Own the Institutional Standards Assessment (ISA) and Programme Standards Assessment (PSA) and ensure compliance with accreditation requirements
• Build partnerships with science firms, technology companies and professional bodies, and represent the Faculty externally
• Prepare and implement the operational plan, manage the budget, allocate resources and develop new programmes

Required profile

• PhD in a relevant science or technology discipline
• Minimum academic rank of Associate Professor (Full Professor preferred)
• Minimum 12-15 years of academic experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role at a recognised Faculty or university
• Proven record in teaching, research, academic leadership and programme accreditation
• Desirable: leadership training in higher education administration

Required skills

• Curriculum design, teaching and assessment expertise
• Strong knowledge of OAAAQA standards
• Leadership, communication and team management skills
• Strategic planning, problem solving and decision making