Dean, School of Technology

Role Purpose

Lead the School of Technology with responsibility for academic excellence, research impact, industry relevance, internationalisation, faculty development, and student outcomes. The Dean will drive the School's growth into a high-quality, research-led and industry-connected technology institution.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and academic leadership across the School.
• Develop and continuously strengthen programmes aligned with emerging technology and industry needs.
• Build a strong research culture, including high-quality publications, funded projects, patents and industry research.
• Recruit, develop and retain high-calibre faculty.
• Strengthen partnerships with technology companies, research institutions and global universities.
• Drive accreditation, rankings, quality assurance and internationalisation initiatives.
• Improve student employability, internships, industry projects, entrepreneurship and placement outcomes.
• Promote interdisciplinary programmes and research across AI, computing, emerging technologies and related domains.
• Manage the School's academic resources, budgets and operational performance.
• Establish clear KPIs for faculty, programmes, research and student outcomes.
• Represent the School and University nationally and internationally.

Candidate Profile

• PhD in Technology, Engineering, Computer Science or a closely related discipline from a recognised institution.
• 15+ years of academic/research experience, including significant leadership responsibility.
• Strong record of high-quality research and academic publications.
• Demonstrated experience in programme development, faculty leadership and institutional building.
• Strong industry and international academic networks.
• Experience with accreditation, rankings and quality systems is desirable.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver measurable institutional outcomes.