Dean of School of Computing

About the role

The Dean of the School of Computing provides senior academic and strategic leadership, shaping the school’s vision, ensuring academic excellence, and driving innovation across programmes.

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, IT, Software Engineering, AI, Cybersecurity or related discipline
• 8‑10 years of senior leadership experience in Higher Education, preferably within Computing
• Proven academic leadership and team management 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 in Higher Education
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of higher‑education trends, quality assurance, accreditation standards and regulatory frameworks
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to build effective relationships with 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
• Strategic contribution to the development and growth of the School of Computing
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities