Assistant Dean, Faculty of Transportation and Logistics

About the role

Muscat University is recruiting an Assistant Dean for the Faculty of Transportation and Logistics. The position reports to the Dean of the faculty and supports the Dean in academic and administrative leadership, covering academic quality assurance, research advancement, curriculum design and review, and student and staff experience. It also involves operational oversight and compliance with accreditation requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Help oversee the design, delivery and improvement of academic programmes in line with institutional strategy, OAAAQA requirements and accreditors.
• Support the faculty operational plan and ISA and PSA compliance, including preparing evidence.
• Assist with faculty recruitment, workload allocation, mentoring, faculty development and staff training.
• Help improve student retention, success and employability, and monitor student engagement and grievances.
• Support research culture, funding opportunities, industry and accreditation partnerships, and the faculty's research and innovation centre or incubator.
• Assist with budgets, resources and infrastructure, and prepare reports for the Vice-Chancellor, University Council or OAAAQA.

Required profile

• PhD in a relevant academic discipline with a minimum rank of Associate Professor.
• Minimum 12-15 years of academic experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role at a recognised institution.
• Proven record of teaching, research and academic service.
• Priority in recruitment given to Omani candidates.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of higher education academic affairs, accreditation and quality assurance.
• Leadership, team management and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and networking abilities.