36 Dean jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Description

New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is an extraordinary achievement and unparalleled opportunity in higher education. Since its founding in 2010, it has become one of the most selective institutions in the world and is home to a community of over 370 scholars across more than 90 research centers and laboratories.

It is pioneering an innovative model of higher education for a global world, dedicated to excellence in both teaching and research to inspire cooperation and tackle humanity's greatest challenges. Drawing on the strengths of the NYU Global Network, it offers an exceptional liberal arts and sciences education.

The university supports groundbreaking research that pushes the boundaries of knowledge and responds to vital global and local issues with powerful interdisciplinary solutions. NYU Abu Dhabi advances NYU as a beacon of learning for the 21st century and plays a key role in developing a sustainable, knowledge-based economy in Abu Dhabi.

The Division of Engineering at NYUAD is designed to create technological leaders with a global perspective, a broad education, and the capacity to think creatively. Undergraduate programs are characterized by the integration of design and innovation in every year of the curriculum: students enjoy a learning environment conducive to creativity, which is at the heart of tomorrow's technological innovations.

Graduate programs, including Global PhD Fellowships and other potential new programs, are highly tailored, generally offering a year of focused classwork followed by 3-4 years of research in Abu Dhabi.

The Division seeks a visionary Dean able to lead a distinguished and diverse faculty engaged in research in emerging technology breakthroughs in robotics, cyber-security, smart cities, bioengineering, energy, and environmental sustainability. The next Dean will have a record of designing and fostering environments that produce high-quality research responding in powerful and multidisciplinary ways to vital global and local challenges.

Reporting to the Provost, the Dean will inspire and guide academic and administrative efforts, ensuring alignment with NYUAD's strategic goals and elevating its role within the NYU Global Network. Through their experience and passion for research and education, the Dean will help express the Division and NYUAD's mission, share its achievements, and enhance the university's identity and global positioning. The Dean will also be skilled in developing, retaining, and attracting great talent, leading an ambitious agenda to increase the impact and quality of interdisciplinary research and innovative programs, fully leveraging AI for research and education.

With the ability to build meaningful partnerships across other Divisions and the NYU Global Network, and with the Office for Research, Translation, and Entrepreneurship, the Dean will actively engage industry, government, and other institutions to position Engineering at NYUAD as a driver of local impact and global innovation.

Sensitive to cultural dynamics, the Dean will embrace NYUAD's unique position within Abu Dhabi and the region while advancing its international aspirations. Fair and decisive, the Dean will be proactive in addressing challenges and seizing opportunities in Abu Dhabi and the region.

Qualifications

Candidates should have an academic record suitable for a tenured full professor position within the Division of Engineering at NYUAD and a demonstrated ability to work closely with undergraduate and graduate students from diverse backgrounds.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in hiring, mentoring, and promoting faculty, fostering an environment that supports research, scholarship, and teaching, and encouraging innovation and collaboration across disciplines. Experience with multidisciplinary collaboration, global education, and faculty and program development is highly desirable. Administrative skills in supervision of staff, budgeting, financial planning, and operational oversight are essential.

Application Instructions

NYUAD is supported by the executive search firm Perrett Laver. For nominations or to learn more, contact

Formal applications should be submitted via INTERFOLIO. The deadline for best consideration is March 31st, 2025.

Candidates should submit a letter of interest addressing leadership priorities, a current CV or resume. The search will continue throughout the 2025-2026 academic year until an appointment is made, with the expected start date no later than September 2026.

NYUAD is committed to equality and encourages applications from candidates who will enrich the university's cultural and ethnic diversity, including members of underrepresented groups, women, and UAE nationals. We value diversity, inclusion, belonging, and equity as fundamental to our excellence.

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New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is an extraordinary achievement and unparalleled opportunity in higher education. Since its founding in 2010, it has become one of the most selective institutions in the world and is home to a community of over 370 scholars across more than 90 research centers and laboratories.

It is pioneering an innovative model of higher education for a global world dedicated to excellence in both teaching and research to inspire cooperation and tackle humanity's greatest challenges. Drawing on the strengths of the NYU Global Network, it offers an exceptional liberal arts and sciences education.

The university supports groundbreaking research that pushes the boundaries of knowledge and responds to vital global and local issues with powerful interdisciplinary solutions. NYU Abu Dhabi advances NYU as a beacon of learning for the 21st century and plays a key role in developing a sustainable, knowledge-based economy in Abu Dhabi.

The Division of Engineering at NYUAD is designed to create technological leaders with a global perspective, a broad education, and the capacity to think creatively. Undergraduate programs are characterized by the integration of design and innovation throughout the curriculum, fostering a learning environment conducive to creativity, which is at the heart of tomorrow's technological innovations.

Graduate programs, including global PhD fellowships and other potential new programs, are highly tailored, generally offering a year of focused coursework followed by 3-4 years of research in Abu Dhabi.

The Division seeks a visionary Dean able to lead a distinguished and diverse faculty engaged in research in emerging technology breakthroughs in robotics, cybersecurity, smart cities, bioengineering, energy, and environmental sustainability. The next Dean will have a proven record of fostering environments that produce high-quality research responding in powerful and multidisciplinary ways to vital global and local challenges.

Reporting to the Provost, the Dean will inspire and guide academic and administrative efforts, ensuring alignment with NYUAD's strategic goals and elevating its role within the NYU Global Network. Through their experience and passion for research and education, the Dean will help articulate the Division and NYUAD's mission, share achievements, and enhance the university's identity and global positioning. An accomplished leader in developing, retaining, and attracting talent, the Dean will lead an ambitious agenda to increase the impact and quality of interdisciplinary research and innovative programs, fully leveraging AI for research and education.

With the capacity to build meaningful partnerships across other Divisions, NYU's Global Network, and the Office for Research Translation and Entrepreneurship, the Dean will actively engage industry, government, and other institutions to position Engineering at NYUAD as a driver of local impact and global innovation.

Sensitive to cultural dynamics, the Dean will embrace NYUAD's unique position within Abu Dhabi and the region, while advancing its international aspirations. Fair and decisive, the Dean will proactively address challenges and seize the remarkable opportunities presented by Abu Dhabi and the region.

Candidates should hold an academic record suitable for a tenured appointment as a full professor within one of the departments of the Division of Engineering at NYUAD and have a demonstrated track record of working closely with undergraduate and graduate students from diverse backgrounds.

The incoming Dean will have demonstrated success in hiring, mentoring, and promoting faculty, creating an environment conducive to research, scholarship, and teaching, and encouraging innovation and collaboration across disciplines.

The successful candidate will be committed to the ideals of a liberal arts education, possess a strong research agenda, and ideally have experience with multidisciplinary collaboration, global education, and faculty development. Capacity for administrative leadership, including supervision of staff, budgeting, financial planning, and operational oversight, is essential.

New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is an extraordinary achievement and unparalleled opportunity in higher education. Since its founding in 2010 it has become one of the most selective institutions in the world and is home to a community of over 370 scholars across more than 90 research centers and laboratories. It is pioneering an innovative model of higher education for a global world dedicated to excellence in both teaching and research to inspire cooperation and tackle humanitys greatest challenges. Drawing on the strengths of the NYU Global Network it offers an exceptional liberal arts and sciences education.

The university supports groundbreaking research that pushes the boundaries of knowledge and responds to vital global and local issues with powerful interdisciplinary solutions. NYU Abu Dhabi advances NYU as a beacon of learning for the 21st century and plays a key role in developing a sustainable knowledgebased economy in Abu Dhabi.

The Division of Science at NYU Abu Dhabi is home to a thriving community of worldclass faculty researchers undergraduate and graduate students from around the world. From its inception the division has fostered an innovative environment harnessing multidisciplinary research to respond to local and global challenges. Along with the wider global network it is also uniquely collaborative in pursuit of knowledge and discovery across Divisions the wider global network and other partners in research and industry. The Division of Science is looking for a Dean who exemplifies the qualities of scholarship innovation and collaboration. They will join the Division at an exciting time helping it develop its graduate programs and contribute to an ambitious growth in translational research in a country and context where remarkable energy and investment allow great ambition to be realized.

Reporting to the Provost the Dean inspires and guides academic and administrative efforts ensuring alignment with NYUADs strategic goals and elevating its role within the NYU Global Network. Through their experience and passion for research and education the Dean will help express the Division and NYUADs mission share its achievements and enhance the universitys identity and global positioning. Accomplished in developing retaining and attracting great talent the Dean will lead an ambitious agenda increasing the impact and quality of interdisciplinary research and new and innovative programs fully engaging the potential of AI for research and education.

With the appetite and ability to build meaningful partnerships across the other Divisions and NYUs Global Network and with the Office for Research Translation and Entrepreneurship they will also be active in engaging industry government and other institutions to position Science at NYUAD as a driver of local impact and global innovation. Sensitive to cultural dynamics the Dean will embrace NYUADs unique position within Abu Dhabi and the region while advancing its international aspirations. Fair and decisive the Dean will be proactive in addressing challenges and seizing the remarkable opportunities Abu Dhabi and the region present.

Candidates will have an academic record appropriate for a tenured appointment as a full professor in one of the programs within the Division of Science at NYUAD (Biology Chemistry Computer Science Math Physics Psychology) and a demonstrated track record of working closely with undergraduate and graduate students from a wide variety of backgrounds. The incoming Dean will have demonstrated success in hiring mentoring and promoting exceptional faculty and providing an environment in which they can flourish through meaningful discourse and support for research scholarship and teaching and a record of encouraging and facilitating innovation and collaboration across disciplines. The successful candidate will be an individual with commitment to the ideals of a liberal arts education and to a strong research agenda and will ideally have experience with multidisciplinary collaboration global education and faculty and program development and capacity for administrative leadership including supervision of staff budget and financial planning and operational oversight.

Distinguished Academic Leader

• Strategic Leadership:
• Provide visionary direction to advance the college's mission in teacher education, educational research, and policy development.
• Maintain alignment with national and international education trends.
• Academic Excellence:
• Oversight of curriculum development, accreditation (CAEP), and program quality.
• Ensure programs meet international standards in educator preparation and professional training.
• Faculty Development:
• Recruitment, mentorship, and support for faculty members in teaching, research, and community engagement.
• Promotion of professional growth opportunities and faculty scholarship.
• Research & Innovation:
• Fostering a strong research culture, encouraging interdisciplinary studies in education, learning technologies, and pedagogical advancements.
• Support for faculty and students in securing research grants and publishing scholarly work.
• Student Success:
• Enhancing student engagement, retention, and career readiness through internships, field experiences, and mentorship programs.
• Preparation of students for careers in education, leadership, and policy-making.
• Community & School Partnerships:
• Strengthening relationships with K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and government agencies.
• Development of collaborative initiatives to improve educational outcomes and teacher training programs.
• Resource & Financial Management:
• Overseeing budgeting, fundraising, and resource allocation.
• Securing external funding through grants, sponsorships, and strategic partnerships.
• Policy & Advocacy:
• Engagement in educational policy discussions at regional and national levels.
• Advocacy for advancements in teaching methodologies, learning technologies, and curriculum reforms.
• Diversity & Inclusion:
• Promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion within the faculty, student body, and academic programs.
• Addressing educational disparities and fostering a culturally responsive learning environment.
• Accreditation & Compliance:
• Ensuring adherence to institutional policies, accreditation requirements, and teacher certification standards.
• Maintenance of compliance with local and international regulatory bodies.
• Advancement & Fundraising:
• Identification and procurement of funding opportunities in alignment with the advancement strategy.
• Building and maintaining relationships with donors, sponsors, and external funding sources.
• Additional Duties:
• Performance of other duties assigned by university leadership.

I urgently need a well-trained and experienced candidate for a reputable school in Ras Al Khaimah. The school follows the American common Core curriculum and runs from K -12. The ideal candidate for this position should be western trained and has similar work experience of at least 3 years

Job responsibilities

• Overseeing student life, student services and on-campus activities. Their duties include providing support for students, addressing student behavior and coordinating admissions and new student orientation.
• Manage and supervise a school's admissions office along with any programs related to that office
• Act as a liaison between student departments and institution administrators
• Develop and implement department working procedures, budgets, policies and goals
• Assess student body needs and respond to any questions or concerns from the student body in an effective and timely manner
• Provide proactive leadership and structure to ensure school development
• Provide student support on issues related to student services, institution policies and department processes
• Conduct consistent department evaluations to determine how efficient it is running and, if necessary, recommend ideas of improvement
• Prepare and present annual statistical reports

Requirements to APPLY

• A Degree in a realated field plus a Masters Od Education degree from an accredited university
• Should have a minimum of 3-5 years of proven effectiveness and progressive professional development in student life.
• Ability to occasionally work evenings or weekends.
• Outstanding personality , presentation, and communication skills.

Salary Package and other benefits

• TAX-FREE salary ranging from 12,000 AED to 15, 000 AED per month
• FREE flights
• FREE medical insurance
• FREE visa for the teacher
• Gratuity bonus as per UAE labor law
• A 2-year contract which is renewable based on mutual agreement
• The candidate is entitled to all national and summer holidays

You are kindly advised to apply now as chances are limited to Apply now or call Jack Wellington on +97172212613 OR you can send an updated CV to

Qualification : Minimum Qualification Requirement : Relevant Bachelor's Degree with a Full Teacher Certification Experience : 3 Years Type of Staff : Male or Female can apply to this job Must be western trained (USA, Canada, UK, Scotland, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand & South Africa)

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• Ras al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

Strategic Leadership and Academic Vision

• Provide visionary leadership to departments and programs within the College of Medicine.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve undergraduate and postgraduate medical programs.

Excellence in Education, Research, and Clinical Training

• Promote excellence in teaching, research, and clinical training, aligning with accreditation and regulatory requirements.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Partnerships

• Foster partnerships with healthcare institutions, research centers, and regulatory bodies for interdisciplinary collaboration.

Talent Management and Compliance

• Attract, retain, and develop high-caliber faculty and staff through effective talent management strategies.
• Ensure compliance with academic standards, ethics, and institutional policies.

Innovation in Medical Education

• Drive innovation in curriculum design, assessment, and simulation-based learning.

Accreditation Processes and Quality Assurance

• Support accreditation processes, quality assurance initiatives, and institutional benchmarking efforts.

Key Liaison and Partnerships

• Act as a key liaison with university leadership, partners, and international collaborators.

We are driven by a mission to empower student success and enable institutions to achieve their goals. As the global leader in EdTech for higher education, we serve over 2,900 customers worldwide, reaching more than 22 million students across 50 countries. We dedicate ourselves to providing solutions that support the entire student lifecycle and deliver actionable insights needed now and into the future.

We value innovation, collaboration, and growth. At our core, we believe in harnessing the power of human potential, recognizing that our people are our greatest strength. With a shared vision of transformation, we strive to shape a brighter future for higher education.

This role is responsible for driving all technical, solution, and competitive aspects of the sales cycle. The successful candidate will work closely with Sales, Marketing, Product Managers, and Partners to align and map customers' pain points and goals into a value selling methodology that captures the strategic elements of the solution being presented and long-term partnership opportunities.

Working with Middle East teams and partners, you'll build strong relationships with new and existing customers, bring innovation and thought leadership to our engagements, and drive revenue growth. You'll develop depth and breadth of knowledge in higher education solutions and be instrumental in helping institutions achieve their organizational goals while leveraging our solutions.

• Assist sales Account Executives and management in qualifying opportunities, primarily to help determine how a prospect's business requirements align with our software solutions and ensure our portfolio is presented and demonstrated to address institutional challenges.
• Coordinate and participate in strategy and discovery calls, represent us at industry and user conferences, and provide technical product support throughout the sales process as needed.
• Build strong relationships amongst internal stakeholders by providing insightful direction, options, and a plan for execution to improve productivity and competency.
• Take an active involvement and coordination to innovate, develop, and improve the demonstration capability of our product demonstrations.
• Gather and document business requirements, discuss with clients, and present back their requirements. Business process review and analysis of client business requirements.
• Configure and offer software presentation workshops (preparation, execution, and follow-up) as well as documentation of prospect engagements with handoffs to the Professional Services team. Communicate feedback with our R&D, product management, sales, professional services, and other departments regarding prospect issues.

• Strong knowledge and familiarity with the higher education sector in the Middle East.
• Well-honed presentation, speaking, and writing skills. Ability to explain and present software & technology to diverse customers and ensure they are able to use applications and functionality effectively to accomplish their work.
• Demonstrated understanding of Cloud/SaaS technology concepts.
• Demonstrated understanding of systems architectures and solution mix. Strong knowledge and familiarity with the latest industry standard technologies used in software development (e.g., REST APIs, React JS) is desirable.
• Professional experience working with higher education systems or use of any Ellucian Student Information System (Banner, Quercus, Elevate, or PowerCampus) is desirable.
• Software implementation understanding, especially Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions, preferably in the education sector, is advantageous.
• Ability to use appropriate skills in the areas of: project coordination, multi-tasking, prioritization of demands, group discussion, decision-making, communication, and time management.
• Fluency in Arabic is advantageous.
• Flexibility to travel within the Middle Eastern region, when needed.

• Competitive annual leave plus public holidays.
• End of service gratuity and flight allowance contributions.
• Private medical and dental cover for self, spouse, and 2 dependents.
• Thrive Flex Program that allows you to contribute towards your health, financial, or learning interests.
• 5 charitable days to support the community that supports us.
• Diversity and inclusion programs that promote employee resource groups such as: Women in Technology, Lean In Circles, and Go Green to name a few.
• Parental leave.
• Employee referral bonuses to encourage the addition of great new people to the team.
• We Foster a Learning Culture with:
• Tuition Reimbursement Assistance.
• Professional development opportunities.

The American University in the Emirates is seeking an experienced academic leader to fill a pivotal role.

This position requires a highly qualified individual to provide visionary leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight.

The successful candidate will be responsible for advancing excellence in security studies, international relations, and global policy.

They will oversee curriculum development, accreditation, and academic programs to ensure high standards of education and research.

Additionally, they will foster a collaborative and inclusive academic environment, promote a strong research culture, and support faculty and student research initiatives.

• Strategic Leadership:
• Develop and implement a strategic plan to advance the college's mission.
• Align the college's goals with the university's mission and objectives.
• Academic Excellence:
• Ensure programs meet international standards and are relevant to current global trends.
• Oversee faculty development, recruitment, and mentoring.
• Research & Innovation:
• Promote interdisciplinary collaboration and secure external funding.
• Support faculty and student research initiatives.
• Student Success:
• Enhance student engagement, retention, and career development through innovative programs.
• Ensure students are well-prepared for careers in security, global studies, and international relations.
• Partnerships & Collaboration:
• Establish relationships with government agencies, international organizations, and industry leaders.
• Foster strategic partnerships to enhance academic and research opportunities.
• Resource Management:
• Manage resources effectively to support the college's mission and goals.
• Oversee budgeting and financial planning.
• Global Engagement:
• Promote international collaborations, study abroad programs, and cross-border initiatives.
• Align these initiatives with the college's global mission.
• Diversity & Inclusion:
• Cultivate an inclusive environment that respects diversity.
• Champion equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives within the college.

• Ph.D. in Security and Global Studies from an accredited university.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in academic leadership at an accredited university.
• A record of professional accomplishment, including peer-reviewed publications.

• Experience with accreditation processes relevant to security studies.
• Knowledge of emerging trends in security and geopolitics.
• Expertise in fundraising, grant writing, and budget management.

The University of Dubai is renowned for its commitment to excellence in education, research, and community engagement. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes the growth and development of students, faculty, and staff. The College of Law offers a Master of Laws (LLM) and Bachelor of Laws (LLB) in collaboration with the University of London.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an accomplished and visionary leader to serve as the Dean of the College of Law. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management and strategic direction of the college, ensuring the highest standards of academic quality and integrity. This is a pivotal role that requires a blend of academic plus practical experience, and strong leadership capabilities.

Qualifications:

1. Academic Credentials: Ph.D. in Law from a reputable university.
2. Academic Rank: Full Professor.
3. Experience: A substantial track record in academia, including teaching, research, and service. Practical experience in the legal field is highly desirable.
4. Publications: A strong record of publications in Scopus-indexed journals.
5. Education Systems: Familiarity with both the British and US credit education systems.
6. Leadership: Proven ability to lead and manage academic programs and initiatives.
7. Strategic Vision: Ability to develop and implement strategic plans that advance the college’s mission and goals.
8. Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Academic Leadership: Provide visionary leadership to the College of Law, fostering a culture of excellence in teaching, research, and service.
2. Program Development: Oversee the development and implementation of innovative academic programs that meet the evolving needs of students and the legal profession.
3. Faculty Development: Support the recruitment, development, and retention of high-caliber faculty.
4. Resource Management: Effectively manage the college’s resources, including budget, facilities, and personnel.
5. Community Engagement: Enhance the college’s reputation and visibility through active engagement with the legal community, alumni, and other stakeholders.
6. Accreditation and Compliance: Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and regulatory requirements.

Application Instructions:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following materials:

1. A cover letter outlining their qualifications and vision for the College of Law.
2. Contact information for three professional references.