Pro Vice-Chancellor

Job Description

Title: Pro Vice-Chancellor

Company Name: BRAC University

Vacancy: --

Location: Dhaka

Experience:
∎ At least 15 years

Published: 24 Apr 2025

Education:
∎ PhD (Doctor of Philosophy)

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ The ideal candidate will be a distinguished academic leader with substantial experience in higher education. Candidates must demonstrate a strong background in academic administration, a proven record of research excellence, and a deep commitment to student success and institutional development.
∎ In line with the Private University Act 2010, we are seeking accomplished individuals with a Ph.D. and a distinguished academic record. Applicants must have at least 10 years of teaching experience at a recognized university and a minimum of 15 years combined experience in teaching, research, or administrative roles.
∎ The ideal candidate will be a distinguished academic leader with substantial experience in higher education. Candidates must demonstrate a strong background in academic administration, a proven record of research excellence, and a deep commitment to student success and institutional development.
∎ In line with the Private University Act 2010, we are seeking accomplished individuals with a Ph.D. and a distinguished academic record. Applicants must have at least 10 years of teaching experience at a recognized university and a minimum of 15 years combined experience in teaching, research, or administrative roles.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Oversee curriculum development and promote innovative teaching practices that embed ethical leadership, lived values, and practical learning.
∎ Prepare students for lifelong learning and meaningful contributions to society.
∎ Lead initiatives in academic excellence, curriculum development, and innovative teaching practices.
∎ Strengthen research impact and institutional strategy in alignment with BRAC University's mission.
∎ Cultivate a values-based learning environment that prepares students for impactful contributions to society.
∎ BRAC University seeks dynamic and visionary leader for the position of Pro Vice-Chancellor to drive academic excellence, enhance research impact, and foster an inclusive, student-centered learning environment. Established in 2001 by BRAC, the world's largest NGO, the university has emerged as a leading institution in Bangladesh, committed to advancing higher education and societal progress.
∎ With a mission to create future leaders who achieve academic excellence and lead with empathy and ethics, BRAC University aims to position ideas and solutions from the Global South for human flourishing. The university's vision is to be a leading university of the Global South that reimagines excellence for the future by fostering academic excellence, societal impact, and human flourishing.
∎ The Pro Vice-Chancellor will play a pivotal role in advancing these goals by leading initiatives in academic excellence, enhancing the student experience, and strengthening research impact. This position requires compliance with BRAC University Rules and the Private University Statutes, along with carrying out responsibilities assigned by the Vice-Chancellor. The Pro Vice-Chancellor will work to position BRACU as a leader in higher education, cultivating a holistic, values-based learning environment.
∎ KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
∎ Oversee curriculum development and promote innovative teaching practices that embed ethical leadership, lived values, and practical learning.
∎ Prepare students for lifelong learning and meaningful contributions to society.
∎ Lead initiatives in academic excellence, curriculum development, and innovative teaching practices.
∎ Strengthen research impact and institutional strategy in alignment with BRAC University's mission.
∎ Cultivate a values-based learning environment that prepares students for impactful contributions to society.

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Dhaka

Read Before Apply:

Applications, comprising a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and five professional references, should be emailed to pvcrecruitment@bracu.ac.bd. Review of applications will commence on 15 May 2025, continuing on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.