President, Aalto University
Core
Lead Aalto University as its President, defining vision and strategy to drive the institution forward as a highly original, attractive, and innovative academic institution shaping a sustainable future for Finland and the world.
Role type
President (C-Suite Executive)
Builds
A world-class university integrating science, art, technology, and business to create new knowledge, talent, and societal value.
Domain
Higher Education / Research / Public Sector
Required skills
Strategic leadership, institutional and financial judgement, academic research excellence, international representation, stakeholder management, fundraising and endowment development, organizational resilience, policy articulation
Preferred skills
Entrepreneurial mindset, technological fluency, experience in Finnish higher education and political landscape, donor engagement
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Define vision and strategy to drive Aalto forward; Create conditions for excellence in research, artistic work, education, and multidisciplinary collaboration; Provide institutional and operational leadership with accountability for overall performance and financial continuity; Anticipate forces shaping higher education and society; Represent Aalto in Finland and internationally; Deepen strategic corporate partnerships and expand private funding
Seniority
C-Suite, Executive
