The principal of Dundee University has stood down amid an investigation into alleged non-payment of rent.
Professor Andrew Atherton took up the £300,000 role on January 1 after moving from Lancaster University.
He also received a £40,000 "disruption allowance" to help with the move.
Prof Atherton was suspended on September 13 for alleged non-payment of rent on accommodation which the university provided to him, sparking an independent disciplinary investigation.
The university has now announced Prof Atherton has decided to step down, meaning the investigation has been halted.
A statement issued by Dundee University said: "In the short time that Professor Atherton has been with the university, he has shown a commitment to excellence.
"His broad experience has brought fresh ideas, a focus on sustainability and a drive to further enhance the university's national and global standing.
"However, it has become apparent that the university's vision for its future and the values it holds are different to the aspirations of Professor Atherton.
"He has therefore decided to step down so that the university can continue to pursue its current strategy."
The university executive group will continue to manage the organisation's affairs.
Prof Atherton's remuneration package included a £254,000 salary and pension contributions.
At Lancaster University , which he joined in 2013, he was deputy vice-chancellor and professor of enterprise.
Before that he was senior deputy vice-chancellor at Lincoln University, and he also previously worked at Durham University.
