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Dean of the School of Engineering

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EPFL – the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne – invites applications for the position of Dean of the School of Engineering.

With an international reputation for excellence, EPFL is one of the foremost European institutions of science and technology. Known for the highest standards of academic distinction and community contribution, EPFL fosters transdisciplinary research collaborations and technology transfer with a first class infrastructure. Deeply engaged regionally, nationally and internationally, its campus provides a unique and exciting learning environment located in the French-speaking area of Switzerland, next to Lake Geneva, at the foot of the Alps. For more information about EPFL, please visit ?url=www.epfl.ch&module=jobs&id=33348" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">?url=www.epfl.ch&module=jobs&id=33348" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.epfl.ch .

The exceptional quality of teaching and research of the School of Engineering is internationally recognized. The School has a strong track record of major technological advances and strategic ties with industry, academia and government. With more than 120 faculty members, 2’200 students in bachelor and master programs, and 700 PhD candidates, the School’s extensive research program is funded through public and private sources including the Swiss Confederation, the European Union, private foundations and industrial partners. Additional information about the School is available at sti.epfl.ch .

Reporting to the President as part of EPFL’s senior management, the Dean provides vision and leadership across the School’s teaching and research activities, and oversees its administration.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have an exemplary academic record, recognized achievements in research, teaching, scholarly activities and service, demonstrated leadership in a collegial university setting, and the ability to inspire. Possessing outstanding management and interpersonal skills, s/he will be committed to fostering interdisciplinary teaching and research and to promoting the endeavors of the School at the campus, regional, national, and international level. Experience in building diverse and collaborative teams, relating to a range of internal and external partners, and experience in fundraising will be important assets in this role. A prior working knowledge of French is not required.

We offer

The position offers competitive personal compensation, tenure at the full professor level, and financial support for the candidate’s research program. The candidate should be willing to act as Dean for at least one term of 4 years and to start as early as possible in 2017.

Inquiries, nominations, and expressions of interest can be addressed to:

Prof. Michael Unser

Chair of the Search Committee

Email: michael.unserepfl.ch

EPFL is committed to expanding the ranks of women on its faculty, qualified women are enthusiastically encouraged to apply.

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Please submit a curriculum vitae, a vision statement and the names of up to five professional references by August 31st, 2016 by following the online application button below.

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