Dean Search, Bilkent University, Ankara
Bilkent University, Ankara, invites applications or nominations for the position of Dean of Faculty of Science, which comprises Departments of Chemistry, Mathematics, Molecular Biology and Genetics, and Physics. All the departments have both undergraduate and graduate programs.
The primary goals of the Faculty of Science are (1) educating future leaders of Science in an environment that fosters "cultures of creativity," (2) conducting cutting-edge research with worldwide impact in several sub-disciplines, and (3) providing an exemplary research environment for faculty.
The Dean is expected to have a broad understanding of the Sciences along with the following qualities and qualifications:
- Scholarly stature, credentials, and intellectual acumen;
- Academic vision and leadership;
- Readiness to pursue a flexible strategy to foster excellence in teaching and research;
- Adequate qualifications for an appointment as (full) professor in one of the departments of the Faculty;
- Administrative experience to manage a complex and research oriented Faculty.
Bilkent University is recognized and ranked internationally as the premier institution of higher education in Turkey. The medium of instruction at Bilkent is English. Its international community of scholars and students forms an essential component of academic programs, research activities, and social life. The university campus is located 12 kilometers from the city center and offers easy access to the city's parks, shopping centers, cultural activities, museums, and entertainment venues (www.bilkent.edu.tr).
Applications or nominations should include a CV and a letter outlining the applicant's philosophy of being a dean of a faculty of Science in a prominent research university, and should be sent to Ms. Birgul Bulut (bbulut@bilkent.edu.tr). The deadline for applications is November 1, 2011. The new Dean will be appointed as of September 1, 2012.