Dean, LUMS School of Science & Engineering
The Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean in the newly established School of Science and Engineering (SSE). Founded in 1986, LUMS is Pakistan’s premier private university, renowned for the quality and impact of its graduates, 35% of whom are women. Its modern 100-acre campus in suburban Lahore provides world-class educational and residential facilities.
LUMS aims to become a globally competitive research university within the next decade, offering multidisciplinary programs in science, engineering, social science, humanities, law and management.
LUMS SSE is modeled on the best research universities in the world with programs in physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, computer science and electrical engineering. Subsequent programs will include other engineering disciplines. In steady state the school will have 1200 undergraduate and 800 graduate students.
The Dean will assume a leadership role in building the first private world-class research school in Pakistan. As the administrative head of the school, he or she will be responsible for the School’s academic affairs and its strategic vision; help develop partnerships with industry and assist in raising funds for the SSE. As part of the senior University leadership, the Dean will work with other senior officers to realize the LUMS vision of becoming a research university.
The position offers a unique opportunity for personal and institutional impact. It requires candidates with exceptionally strong vision and leadership qualities. In particular, the successful candidate will have an outstanding record of scholarship and academic leadership; a broad awareness of conditions shaping higher education; excellent interpersonal skills, and strong networking ability locally and internationally. He or she will have demonstrable success in recruiting and retaining outstanding faculty, and guiding them towards establishing a high standard of excellence in research and teaching.
The appointment is for an initial three-year term beginning September 1, 2009 or on a mutually agreed date. A concurrent faculty appointment, either term or permanent, will provide a base for continuing active personal scholarship. Internationally recognized scholars with a strong research background are especially encouraged to apply.
Review of applications and nominations will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Applications and nominations, including a letter describing the candidate’s qualifications and accomplishments, should be sent to the Chair of the Dean Search Committee. Applicants should provide a Curriculum Vitae.
Applicants and nominators are strongly encouraged to communicate by email.
Chair, Dean Search Committee
Email: ssedeansearch@lums.edu.pk
LUMS is an equal opportunity employer.
Sector U, DHA, Lahore Cantt 54792, Pakistan
Tel | + 92 (42) 572 2670
Fax | + 92 (42) 572 2694
Dean Search Committee Members
Dr. Hassan Ahmed
Mr. Abdul Razak Dawood
Dr. Robert Jaffe (Committee Chair)
Dr. Sohaib Khan
Dr. Abubakr Muhammad
Dr. Asad Naqvi
Dr. Anjum Nasim
The LUMS School of Science and Engineering (SSE) solicits nominations from LUMS alumni, students, faculty, staff and supporters for the school's Dean. We invite all to submit names of strong candidates who can realize the SSE's vision of becoming a competitive research school.
When suggesting potential candidates, please include all relevant and useful information about the individual, or a source (such as a website) which allows the information to be obtained. Specific non-public information (e.g., based on your personal experience) is also very helpful.
Please send this information to the Dean Search Committee at ssedeansearch@lums.edu.pk. All information you send will be kept strictly confidential. Applications will be processed starting March 9, 2009, but nominations will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
We realize it takes time and effort to collect and send nomination information, but your suggestions can significantly impact the efficiency of the search. Thank you for your participation in this very important process.
LUMS is an equal opportunity employer.
http://sse.lums.edu.pk/dean.htm