Vice-Dean, Faculty of Science and Engineering

Primary Practice Group: Higher Education and Research

Salary & Benefits: Permanent employment as a full Professor (HGL 1) with a monthly salary commensurate with experience, ranging from €6,794 to €10,721.

Closing Date: 11/11/2024

The Faculty of Science and Engineering (FSE) of Maastricht University is seeking to expand its Faculty Board by appointing a Vice-Dean who will play a pivotal role in driving FSE’s dynamic growth and ongoing transformation. As a key member of the Faculty Board, alongside the Dean, the Vice-Dean will help lead the Faculty in advancing the frontiers of science and technology, while driving positive change in the region and beyond.

In this entrepreneurial and results-oriented environment, the Vice-Dean will make significant contributions to the leadership of the Faculty and support the Dean in delivering on the Faculty’s ambitious growth plans. As an established academic leader, the Vice-Dean will provide strategic and operational leadership and management and deputise for the Dean as required. It is essential that the Vice-Dean is able to think dynamically and entrepreneurially about the Faculty’s ambitions and is able to align and motivate staff at all levels to achieve FSE’s ambitions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Dean to lead on the strategy of growth;
• Oversee key administrative, operational, and academic tasks to ensure effective leadership across all areas;
• Act as a representative of the Dean within the Faculty and the University, and represent FSE externally;
• Lead on key initiatives that enhance FSE’s entrepreneurial goals, including program development, partnerships, and new initiatives;
• Mentor and support Faculty and staff, fostering a culture of innovation, flexibility, and collaboration.

Maastricht University

Maastricht University (UM) is the youngest university in The Netherlands. With nearly 22,000 students and 5,000 staff, UM is still growing. The University distinguishes itself with its innovative education model, international character, and multidisciplinary approach to research and education.

Thanks to its high-quality research and education, as well as a strong focus on social engagement, UM has quickly built a solid reputation. Research and education at UM have a thematic, multidisciplinary nature, inspired by topical issues such as sustainability, European integration, healthy ageing, and the influence of technological developments on society. Researchers work in multidisciplinary teams, in close collaboration with national and international institutions, companies, and industry.

Faculty of Science and Engineering

The Faculty of Science and Engineering (FSE) offers top-tier research and education. Students and scientists contribute to Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programmes, driving innovative research in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and more. FSE aims to transform science and technology, and to prepare its students to become future changemakers and innovators, leading the way towards a sustainable, greener planet.

Having been established in 2018, the Faculty of Science and Engineering is a relatively young faculty. The growth has been rapid, and FSE has developed from a start-up to a scale-up among UM’s Faculties. As FSE continues to grow, a sustained focus on efficiency and agility will ensure FSE will not only sustain its momentum but will excel in meeting new opportunities within innovation and responsiveness. To support its growth, the faculty is seeking to appoint a Vice-Dean.

Application and Appointment Process

An executive search exercise is being undertaken by Perrett Laver to assist the Selection Committee in identifying the widest possible field of qualified candidates and assisting in the assessment of candidates against the requirements for the role.

Informal enquiries and questions can be directed to Jess Winfield on +31 (0)202 404 375 or by Jess.Winfield@perrettlaver.com. Applications can be uploaded at https://candidates.perrettlaver.com/vacancies/, quoting reference number 7496.

The closing date for applications is at 9am CEST on Monday, 11th November.

Applications should consist of a cover letter addressing motivation and suitability for the role and a full curriculum vitae.

Applications will be considered by the Selection Committee in late November. Perrett Laver will conduct preliminary discussions with longlisted candidates in late November / early December and the Committee will then meet in first half of December to decide on a shortlist of candidates. These individuals will subsequently be invited for a first and a second round of interviews. Selection of and negotiations with the preferred candidate will take place thereafter.

A development assessment may be part of the procedure.

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