University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST)
About the Role:
University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is seeking an accomplished, vision-driven executive academic leader for the position of Vice-President, Academics. Serving as the chief academic officer, the Vice-President provides executive oversight for Academic Affairs and leads the strategic design, implementation, and continuous assessment of the institution’s Teaching and Learning Strategy. The successful candidate will drive academic excellence across all technical, vocational, and applied degree programs while fostering strong relationships with industry, government, and global higher education partners in support of Qatar National Vision 2030.
Key Responsibilities & Executive Functions:
1. Academic Leadership & Strategic Direction:
– Provide executive leadership for a comprehensive, university-wide Academic Affairs strategy that aligns with UDST’s applied and TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) mission.
– Advise the President on academic planning, institutional policies, governance, and the execution of the university’s overarching strategic vision and goals.
– Lead the formulation, implementation, and evaluation of academic division initiatives, academic guidelines, and instructional delivery standards.
– Oversee the performance of the Academics Division through established key performance indicators (KPIs) and continuous quality improvement frameworks.
2. Academic Program Excellence & Accreditation:
– Drive the identification, development, accreditation, and continuous modernization of market-relevant applied Bachelor’s, Master’s, diploma, and certificate programs.
– Promote high-quality experiential learning, pedagogically-sound methodologies, and innovative technological interventions across all colleges.
– Facilitate and review faculty promotion portfolios, faculty development strategies, and academic staff performance management frameworks.
3. Operational & Financial Governance:
– Develop, monitor, and manage the annual operating and capital budgets for the Academics Division in close collaboration with the Support Services Division.
– Build and sustain high-performing academic leadership teams across college deanships, academic departments, and research centers.
– Ensure strict compliance with national higher education regulations, institutional delivery policies, and international accreditation standards.
4. Stakeholder & External Engagement:
– Establish and nurture strategic alliances with international higher education institutions, K-12 education partners, ministry bodies, and industrial leaders.
– Represent UDST on national, regional, and international committees, boards, and task forces to elevate the university’s global standing.
– Collaborate with key industry stakeholders to ensure curriculum alignment with emerging workforce needs and economic priorities.
Qualifications, Experience & Executive Competencies:
– Academic Credentials:
* An earned Doctorate (PhD) awarded from an accredited institution in an appropriate field such as Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Biotechnology, Business, or a closely related discipline.
– Required Experience:
* Minimum of 15 years of total professional experience in higher education.
* At least 5 years of senior executive leadership experience (e.g., Vice President, Provost, or Senior Dean) at an accredited university or college campus undergoing rapid growth.
* Proven record of reviewing and facilitating faculty promotion portfolios and leading complex academic operations.
* Demonstrated success in building and inspiring cross-functional, multicultural academic leadership teams.
– Expertise & Skills:
* In-depth understanding of international higher education standards, academic governance, and global accreditation frameworks.
* Exceptional strategic planning, institutional budgeting, and change-management capabilities.
* Outstanding interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills in English (fluency in Arabic is highly advantageous).
Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits:
– Competitive executive tax-free basic salary.
– Fully furnished premium housing allowance or university-provided executive accommodation.
– Comprehensive international health, dental, and life insurance coverage for the employee and family.
– Annual return airfare tickets for the employee, spouse, and eligible dependent children.
– Generous educational support allowances for accompanying school-aged children.
– Executive relocation assistance, baggage allowance, and end-of-service gratuity.
To apply for this job please visit academiccareers-udst.icims.com.