Dean (mfd) School of Computer Science and Engineering

The Executive Board and Provost of Constructor University invite applications for the position of

Dean (m/f/d): School of Computer Science and Engineering

(Full-time; 38.5 hours/week limited to 5 years)

The expected starting date is 1 February place of work is Bremen Germany. A regular presence on campus is strongly preferred.

About Constructor University

Constructor University is a private research-driven international university in Germany with students from more than 100 countries. The university offers interdisciplinary undergraduate and graduate programs in both on-campus and online formats and is committed to excellence in teaching research and innovation in higher education. Since 2022 CU has become part of the global Constructor ecosystem with its three complementing pillars - Constructor Knowledge Constructor Tech and Constructor Capital.

About the School of Computer Science and Engineering

The School of Computer Science and Engineering offers currently five Bachelor and three Master programs in the fields of Computer Science Robotics and Electrical Engineering. Several new programs are envisaged. The School is growing rapidly. There are currently around 550 students and 20 members of Faculty.

Your Responsibilities

The successful candidate will serve as the academic and administrative head of the School of Computer Science and Engineering.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providingstrategic and academic leadershipfor the School through oversight of teaching research academic development and portfolio management in alignment with the universitys mission and long-term goals

• Serving as line supervisor for faculty members across multiple academic disciplines leading and mentoring adiverse faculty bodywhile supporting professional development and interdisciplinary collaboration

• Working with the Provost to develop and manage the Schools annual budget covering teaching research and administrative operations ensuring effective resource allocation and continuous improvement of academic programs and research activities

• Contributing to cross-university leadership in developinginterdisciplinary educationacross undergraduate graduate online and appropriate further education programs

• Collaborating with the Provosts Office other Deans and the Constructor Ecosystem to strengthen academic quality and institutional strategy

• Strengthening the Schoolsinternational profileand academic partnerships

• Fostering innovation indigital and online educationand emerging forms of teaching and learning

• Representing the School within the university and externally to academic scientific and industry stakeholders

Your Qualifications

Candidates should demonstrate strong academic credentials combined with proven leadership experience.

Essential qualifications include:

• Appointment asFull Professoror equivalent academic standing

• At least10 yearsof experience in both teaching and research in a field relevant to the School

• Stronginternational academic reputationdemonstrated through research and teaching achievements

• Experience in thecommercialization of researchand research transfer (e.g. startups entrepreneurship patenting) would be an advantage

• Proven involvement inhigh-level academic administrationand leadership such as roles in academic governance or scientific organizations

• Demonstrated experience instrategic thinkingand academic management

• Understanding of theeconomic and strategic contextof academic and scientific activities within universities

• Excellent interpersonal communication and leadership skillswith the ability to foster collaboration and teamwork

• Experience working withhighly diverse and international student bodiesand their representative organizations or equivalent experience leading diverse teams

• Familiarity with international and German higher education systems

• Fluency in English(language of instruction at Constructor University); proficiency in German would be an advantage

• Demonstrated ability to contribute to thedevelopment and innovationof academic units and institutions particularly in relation todigital transformation

What you can expect at Constructor University:

We are an international world-class private university embarking on an exciting journey of growth and expanding our portfolio. Join us and become a part of our global teams!

• The result counts: trust working hours for work-life balance

• Individual on-boarding career- and development planning

• Company fitness program offers with EGYM Well Pass (formerly Qualitrain)

• In collaboration with Deutsche Dienstrad Lease a company bike whether its a bicycle road bike or e-bike for both private and business use.

• Green campus with extensive dining options and recreation areas take the tour:Campus

• Constructor University has extensive programs on sustainability environmental sustainability equal opportunities and high ethical values

Constructor University unequivocally guarantees the academic freedom of every member of the faculty as well as every other member of the Constructor University community. We encourage diversity in the University in ethnic cultural social religious political and national backgrounds as well as in individual lifestyle. Constructor University offers full equality of opportunity to all qualified applicants and is an equal opportunity employer.

Your application:

For any further information regarding this position please contact the Provost Dr. Frazer Cairns via Mail ().

Apply today - its simple and uncomplicated. We look forward to getting to know you.

A complete application includes the following materials:

• Cover letter

• Curriculum vitae with a publication list

• Statement on your academic vision for the school of Computer Science and Engineering

• Copies of certificates and diplomas

• At least two potential referees (with contact data and affiliations) need to be mentioned in the CV.

The deadline for submission of applications is August 16 2026 (EOB).

The review of applications will begin immediately.

Please note that only applications submitted through the official application portal will be considered for recognition.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.