Head of School

Middlesex University is an ambitious and progressive institution committed to empowering students and providing them with an educational experience that sets them up for success in life and work as we embark upon our 2031 University Strategy. Our triple intensity approach is focussed around Education, Research & Knowledge Exchange and Engagement. Based in North London and building on a proud history, our vision is to be a truly 21st century Global University.

The University has over 38,000 students studying in London and at campuses in Dubai and Mauritius and over 274,000 alumni. The University’s diversity of experience and vibrancy are signature strengths that underpin all we do. Middlesex University London is seeking a visionary Head of School for the School of Computer Science and Engineering to lead teaching, research and knowledge exchange, innovation, and strategic direction and contribute to the leadership of the Faculty of Science and Technology.

Applicants should hold a PhD, possess a strong academic background in relevant fields. Our new School of Computer Science and Engineering is within the Faculty of Science and Technology. This is a large and vibrant academic faculty encompassing learning, teaching, research and knowledge transfer in the fields of computer science, engineering, sport science, psychology and natural sciences.

The new Head of School will form part of an ambitious Senior Leadership team driven to implement and realise the emerging vision of the Department and Faculty to ensure we deliver our ambitions around the triple intensity holistic strategy. The postholder will work with other Heads of School in the Faculty, two Deputy Deans, a Faculty Manager and the Dean to provide leadership and management in shaping the future of the Faculty.

This is an exciting time to be joining Middlesex with a strong leadership, clarity of focus and a determination to deliver positive change across the University. The Faculty of Science and Technology is well placed with a refreshing suite of programmes, significant industry connections, strong research base and a dedicated team of staff. The appointment will be at Associate Professor/Professor level, depending on experience with the Head of School position being offered on a permanent basis.

Applicants will be expected to demonstrate strong evidence of vision, innovation, leadership and managing academic staff in addition to a commitment to fostering and developing a collegial and collaborative academic environment within a school that encourages academic staff to flourish.

Informal enquiries should be made to Professor Klaus Dodds, Dean of Faculty, via email on K.dodds@mdx.ac.uk