Vice Chancellor – Academics

Job Description

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Gulf Medical University is seeking a distinguished academic leader to serve as Vice Chancellor – Academics, driving academic excellence, innovation, and global engagement across all colleges and programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all academic functions across the university.
• Lead the development and implementation of academic strategies, policies, and standards.
• Ensure excellence in teaching, learning, research, and student outcomes.
• Oversee curriculum development, program expansion, and academic quality assurance.
• Drive accreditation processes (CAA and international bodies) and ensure compliance.
• Promote interdisciplinary education and integration across health professions programs.
• Strengthen research output, innovation, and global academic collaborations.
• Lead faculty recruitment, development, and performance management frameworks.
• Enhance digital transformation in education, including AI, simulation, and e-learning.
• Represent the university in national and international academic forums and partnerships.

Qualification & Experience

• PhD or equivalent terminal degree in medical specialty.
• Minimum 15–20 years of academic experience, including significant leadership roles (Dean /Provost/Vice Chancellor/equivalent).
• Proven experience in academic governance, accreditation, and institutional leadership.
• Strong track record in research, publications, and academic program development.
• Experience in international higher education systems and collaborations.

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic academic leadership and vision.
• Policy development and governance.
• Strong stakeholder and institutional management.
• Research and innovation leadership.
• Change management and digital transformation.
• Excellent communication and global engagement skills.

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