Dean of School of Computing

About the role

The Dean of the School of Computing is a senior academic leader responsible for shaping and implementing the School's strategic vision and ensuring academic excellence, innovation, programme consistency, and a high-quality student experience. The Dean provides academic and strategic leadership across the School's programmes, ensuring alignment with current developments in Computing, industry needs, academic standards, and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Strategic planning and development of the School of Computing
• Academic quality assurance and programme consistency
• Curriculum development, innovation, and enhancement
• Academic team leadership, support, and development
• Student experience, success, and employability enhancement
• Development of partnerships with industry, professional bodies, and academic institutions
• Monitoring of programme performance and promotion of continuous improvement

Required profile

• Doctoral degree in Computer Science, Computing, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline
• 8‑10 years of senior leadership experience in Higher Education, preferably within Computing or a closely related academic discipline
• Proven academic leadership and team management experience at Head, Associate Dean, Dean, or Director level
• Strong track record in Computing education, curriculum development, academic quality, and programme innovation
• Experience implementing strategic development and transformation initiatives within Higher Education
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of Higher Education trends, quality assurance, accreditation standards, regulatory frameworks, and academic development
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to build effective relationships with academic teams and key internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to lead, develop, and inspire academic teams while promoting innovation and academic excellence

What we offer

• Professional career advancement in a highly cooperative and continuously growing academic environment
• Opportunity to work with academic teams across Metropolitan College locations and external partnering universities
• Opportunity to contribute strategically to the development and growth of the School of Computing
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities