Dean of College of Law
Job Description:
The Dean of the College of Law is in charge of all academic aspects related to the College and
reports
directly to the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs. The Dean assumes a leadership role in the
College and
administers, directs, and coordinates all training, teaching, and research activities in which
the College
engages. The Dean also provides guidance for implementing the College Strategic Plan and ensures
that the
College activities coincide with the mission and objectives of the University within the
socio-cultural
framework of the United Arab Emirates and the Arab Gulf region.
Responsibilities:
The Dean is expected to:
- Create and sustain a strong network outside the College with the aim of facilitating the
process of
education and training and research activities.
- Establish strategic directives, aims and policies related to the educational process and
research
activities within the College and its departments and oversee the implementation of these
objectives.
- Represent the University in all matters related to the College at various conferences and
symposiums
outside the University.
- Propose recommendations related to developing and implementing the College Annual Budget and
conduct
analyses of productivity and effectiveness on a regular basis.
- Create a network of experts and visiting professors to support the educational and research
activities
of the College and its sustainability.
- Propose recommendations related to developing University policies and procedures and
participate in this
process.
- Coordinate agreements with ministries and relevant bodies within the UAE and abroad.
- Possess knowledge of human resources and management concepts as well as higher education
practices,
policies, and procedures.
- Propose research projects relevant to the region and its development.
- Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a
multi-cultural and
diverse community.
- Possess experience in communicating and networking with relevant institutions with the aim
of promoting
education and research.
- Be an expert in matters dealing with external institutions and organizations as well as
international
accreditation bodies.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate shall demonstrate work experience in professional and academic positions as
well a rich
record in teaching and outstanding academic efforts at the international level. The candidate
will
demonstrate his/her effective and ongoing contributions in the fields of his/her specialization
in terms of
published research in recognized international scientific journals and participation in
exhibitions,
conferences and symposiums in addition to possessing the following degrees, qualifications, and
professional
experience:
- A PhD from a recognized university.
- The rank of professor in one of the College's specializations.
- A record of excellence in teaching and research appropriate to the rank of professor in one
of the
College's specializations.
- Bi-lingual proficiency in English and Arabic conversation and writing.
- Leadership qualities and proven research background in one of the College's specializations.
- A clear vision for developing higher education in general and for the College in particular.
- Full familiarity with the credit hour and academic year (semester) system.
- Distinguished managerial experience in the affairs of higher education, preferably at the
level of a
college dean in a reputable university.
- Experience with the standards of program accreditation by specialized commissions at
national education
institutions.
- Acumen in the area of human resources and administrative and financial concepts, practices,
policies,
and procedures.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with large sectors of a
diverse
community.
- Experience in communicating with universities, professional and academic institutions,
associations,
unions, companies and law institutions, and other institutions within the field of education
and research.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Priority will be given to applicants with the following qualifications:
- Managerial experience and the skills necessary to launch pioneering projects.
- Multi-cultural skills.
- Active participation in reputable organizations.
- Knowledge of the methods of evaluation and related matters.
- Documentation demonstrating support for the achievements of teachers and students.
- Understanding of the latest teaching methods, including the use of technology in the
teaching process.
- Demonstration of a commitment to enriching the educational experience of students.
