Vice Dean for Education

Introduction

The Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) is looking for a visionary Vice Dean for Education. This position provides the opportunity to:

• Address societal challenges and foster innovation within the faculty, contributing to growth and informed decision-making.
• Influence the educational portfolio at SSH, focusing on social and human aspects in areas like technology, health, and climate.
• Help shape educational programs at Aalborg University, a significant institution in Northern Jutland, with an emphasis on progressive teaching models, such as Problem-Based Learning (PBL).
• Contribute to implementing the upcoming candidate reform aimed at broadening educational access.

Job Profile

Background and Facts
SSH was established on January 1, 2022, merging the former faculties of Humanities and Social Sciences. It includes six departments, over 11,600 students, and is known for high-quality interdisciplinary research and education. Departments include:

• AAU Business School
• Department of Communication and Psychology
• Department of Culture and Learning
• Department of Politics and Society
• Department of Sociology and Social Work
• Department of Law

Read more: SSH Departments

The faculty's deanery will consist of three members: the dean, a vice dean for education, and a vice dean for research and innovation.

Responsibilities
As Vice Dean, the main focus will be on full-time and continuing education. Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and monitoring educational quality, with a focus on accreditation and quality assurance.
• Leading strategic efforts in education in collaboration with study boards and heads of studies.
• Collaborating on educational strategies with other Danish and international universities.
• Representing SSH in university councils, such as the Strategic Education Council and the Council for Quality Assurance and Development.

Key Tasks and Challenges

The Vice Dean for Education’s role spans three main areas:

• Strategic Development: Enhancing educational programs and ensuring quality.
• Follow-Up and Control: Tracking performance indicators such as enrollment, graduation rates, and job placement.
• Consultation and Support: Engaging with study boards and external stakeholders to support educational quality.

The role involves promoting internationalization, managing educational reforms, and integrating emerging trends like AI into the curriculum.

Fact Box

• Title: Vice Dean for Education
• Responsibilities: Strategic responsibility for education at SSH
• Contract: Four-year term, extendable up to three years
• Salary: In accordance with the Agreement for Academics in the State Sector
• Reference: Reports to Dean Rasmus Antoft

Person Profile

Qualifications and competencies expected:

• Recognized researcher at least at the associate professor level within one of SSH's academic areas.
• Insight into bachelor’s and master’s programs, strategic university management, and social sciences and humanities education.
• Experience in developing research-based education and collaborating with study boards.
• Visionary leadership with a commitment to collaborative, empathetic, and inclusive team-building.

Recruitment Process

Apply via Genitor’s website by December 1, 2024. The selection process involves two rounds of interviews, scheduled for December 11 and December 18, with additional cognitive and personality assessments conducted between rounds.

For inquiries, please contact Dean Rasmus Antoft at +45 9940 8104 or via email at dekan-ssh@aau.dk, or Genitor Partner Christian Roslev at +45 2520 1505 or chro@genitor.dk.