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DEAN
School of Medicine
KOÇ UNIVERSITY

Koç University invites applications and nominations for the position of the Dean of the School of Medicine (KUSOM), with the appointment effective as early as September 2009. Koç University is a private, nonprofit institution of higher education, founded in 1993. Koç University is on a state-of-the-art campus at Rumeli Feneri, overlooking the Black Sea, close to the city of Istanbul. The University is committed to the pursuit of excellence in both research and teaching. Its aim is to provide world class education and research opportunities to a high quality group of students by distinguished faculty. The medium of instruction is English. Currently, Koç University offers degrees in the Colleges of Administrative Sciences and Economics, Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences, Engineering, and Law as well as the School of Nursing. More detailed information about Koç University can be found at the web site: http://www.ku.edu.tr.

The School of Medicine is a new school. As an integral part of the University, its mission is to educate the future leaders of the medical profession who have the highest professional standards, who have a strong foundation in the scientific basis of medicine, who can apply that knowledge to the prevention and treatment of disease, and who are highly skilled in providing the best care to patients. The School was established to respond to the societal needs and to fulfill the commitment of the University to medicine, life sciences and related fields.

The Dean will report to the Provost and the President. The qualifications for the position include:

  • A distinguished research record in basic medical and/or clinical sciences with a commitment to medical education and clinical care;
  • Demonstrated ability for organizational and interpersonal skills;
  • Turkish citizenship.

The Dean will manage and direct the academic and administrative operations of KUSOM. In this capacity the major responsibilities of the Dean include:

  • Design and implementation of the medical curriculum that is consistent with the educational philosophy of the University in general;
  • Recruiting faculty, staff and students;
  • Development of the research programs and infrastructure;
  • Faculty appointments, evaluations, and promotions;
  • Work closely with the Vehbi Koç Foundation;
  • Work closely with the Higher Educational Council, medical institutions and healthcare organizations;
  • Management of School of Medicine finances;
  • Limited teaching.

The compensation package is competitive. All information on candidates will be kept confidential.

Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the position is filled. Candidates should submit their letter, a list of references, curriculum vitae and further inquiries to:

Professor Yaman Arkun
Chair of Dean Search Committee
Provost
Koç University
Rumeli Feneri Yolu, 34450 Sariyer
Istanbul, Turkey
Phone: 90-212-338 1313; Fax: 90-212- 338-1205
Email: yarkun@ku.edu.tr