Sir Ian Diamond retires from University of Aberdeen posts
He will step down as principal and vice-chancellor
Professor Sir Ian Diamond has announced his intention to retire from the position of Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Aberdeen
Sir Ian joined the University of Aberdeen as Principal and Vice-Chancellor in April 2010.
Commenting on his announcement, Sir Ian said: “I have thoroughly enjoyed my time as Principal of the University and I am fortunate to have led a dedicated team of colleagues in every corner of this great institution; together we have introduced major innovations.
"The University is in very good shape and I believe the time is now right for my successor to build on the firm foundations with which I leave the University.”
Mr Martin Gilbert, Senior Governor of the University Court said: “’Sir Ian has agreed to continue to lead the University of Aberdeen while we conduct a global search for a new Principal.
"Sir Ian has been an outstanding Principal who has taken on many difficult challenges and accomplished a great deal over the last seven and a half years, that will lead to the further advancement of the University as one of the nation’s finest higher education institutions.”
The Court of the University will shortly commence the process to appoint a new Principal