Head of the Department of Computer Science

The Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences is looking for a dynamic and visionary head of department for DIKU. With experience from academia or industry, you will create a common vision and strengthen the sense of belonging at DIKU. You will collaborate with academic and administrative staff as well as external partners to elevate DIKU to a world-leading computer science institute where both employees and students thrive. DIKU, Denmark's first computer science institute, was established by Peter Naur in 1970. We create conditions that enable our researchers and students to be successful. Our research environment has positioned us as one of Europe's leading institutes. We value academic freedom, immersion and career development. We believe that diversity, curiosity and synergies between research, education and innovation create the best foundation for strong collaboration, world-class research and quality education. The head of department's responsibilities and profile The head of department reports to the dean of SCIENCE and has overall professional, financial and personnel responsibility for the department. You will be at the forefront of the research and teaching strategic development of DIKU in close collaboration with the institute's management team, research board, research and teaching committee and other employees, and you will simultaneously contribute to the implementation of KU's policies and strategy through goals and action plans. As head of department, you must thrive in the intersection between research, education, innovation, dissemination, management, administration and, fundamentally, have an eye for the value of the academic and cultural breadth that the department spans. The job as head of department also involves an effort to open doors, create and nurture networks and represent the department in a wide range of contexts at the university as well as nationally and internationally among companies and other research and educational institutions. To be considered for the position You must be a motivated manager with a research background and experience in personnel management. You are an internationally recognized researcher with qualifications of at least associate professor level in computer science and have experience in teaching at university level and educational development. You can read the full job and personal profile here, where the organisation, the tasks and the required qualifications and qualities are described in more detail. If you have any questions regarding the head of department position, you are welcome to contact the dean via email [email protected]. Terms of employment The employment as head of department is basically on a one-year basis with an employment period of five years with the possibility of extension for up to three years. The appointment takes place in accordance with the collective agreement for academics in the state between the Ministry of Taxation and AC, as well as the protocol for the collective agreement for academics in the state regarding heads of department and deans at the universities. For external applicants, a professional assessment may be required in accordance with the universities' employment order. The scope of any research and teaching activities is negotiated and agreed with the dean. Application The application deadline is Monday 5 May 2025, when applications must be received electronically via KU's Jobportal. Click on "Apply for the position". The application must contain: your CV an explanation in English (max. three pages) of your vision for DIKU. The position is expected to be filled by 1 August 2025. The University of Copenhagen (KU) is in the process of implementing a new joint administrative organization and new workflows, which will bring about changes in the coming years. For further information, you may contact the dean at [email protected]. You can also read more here. The University of Copenhagen wants to reflect the surrounding society and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position. The Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences at the University of Copenhagen – SCIENCE in short – is the country's largest natural science research and education institution with 4,000 employees and 9,700 bachelor's and master's students spread over 12 departments. The faculty has an annual budget of approx. 3 billion DKK Read more about the Faculty of Science and Life Sciences at science.ku.dk.