The American University of Kuwait seeks a forward-thinking, result-oriented and dynamic leader to be the founding Dean of its new College of Engineering.

Located in Kuwait, the American University of Kuwait (AUK) is an independent, private, equal opportunity, and coeducational liberal arts institution of higher education. The educational, cultural, and administrative structure, methods and standards of AUK are based on the American model of higher learning. The language of instruction is English.

AUK collaborates with Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire, by which the two institutions share a commitment to excellence in higher learning.

The College will house BE degree programs in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering that are accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering & Technology (ABET), in addition to the BSc degree program in Computer Science that is accredited by the ABET Computing Accreditation Commission, and the BSc in Information Systems.

The Dean will be responsible for promoting excellence in teaching and research, providing creative leadership in the development and implementation of the engineering and sciences curriculum, serving as the College’s key representative, and working collaboratively with other academic and administrative units of the University.

The successful candidate should have a terminal degree (PhD) in a related field from an accredited institution; teaching and administrative experience in an accredited college or university engineering program; substantial leadership experience in higher education and the personal characteristics required to lead the newly created college. Other desirable attributes include proven leadership and development of people and programs, a history of team building, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the proven ability to implement the strategic vision for the College’s programs. Experience working in the Arabian Gulf and/or the broader Arab region and in American model institutions are desirable.

Salary and terms of appointment will be commensurate with the selected candidate’s experience, education, and background.

Applicants interested in the Deanship position should submit a letter of interest addressing the position, current curriculum vitae, and the names of three professional references todean@auk.edu.kw with a subject line:Engineering Dean (Position Code No. 19- AUKELEGD). Review of credentials will begin immediately and applications will be accepted until April 18th, 2019. The starting date is negotiable.



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