Academic and Research Relationship Manager

M. S. RAMAIAH UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Indian university is seeking an Academic and Research Relationship Manager to lead and manage international academic and research partnerships. The candidate will develop global collaborations, coordinate programs, and facilitate joint research initiatives. Ideal applicants should have a Master's or PhD and 5–10 years of experience in academic collaborations. This full-time position offers a mid-senior level role in higher education.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in academic or research collaborations.
• Strong understanding of NEP 2020 and UGC (2022) International Collaboration Regulations.
• Proven track record in partnership development and stakeholder engagement.
• Proven track record in partnership development and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage global academic and research partnerships.
• Coordinate credit transfer models and co-branded or hybrid programs.
• Oversee MoUs, governance frameworks, and compliance.
• Facilitate joint research, co-publications, and funding proposals.
• Promote innovation, exchanges, and entrepreneurship initiatives.

Skills

Strategic partnership management

Project and stakeholder management

Research coordination and funding acquisition

Academic program design and compliance

Innovation and entrepreneurship engagement

Education

Master’s or PhD in Education, International Relations, Research Management, or related field

Master’s or PhD in International Relations

Master’s or PhD in Research Management

Related field

Job description

Academic and Research Relationship Manager

International Academic Collaborations and Research Partnerships.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic professional to lead and manage international academic and research partnerships. The role involves developing global collaborations, supporting joint and dual degree programs, and facilitating international research and innovation initiatives.

Role Responsibilities

• Develop and manage global academic and research partnerships
• Coordinate credit transfer models and co-branded or hybrid programs
• Oversee MoUs, governance frameworks, and compliance
• Facilitate joint research, co-publications, and funding proposals
• Promote innovation, exchanges, and entrepreneurship initiatives with global partners

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s or PhD in Education, International Relations, Research Management, or related field
• 5–10 years of experience in academic or research collaborations
• Strong understanding of NEP 2020, UGC (2022) International Collaboration Regulations, and global higher education systems
• Proven track record in partnership development and stakeholder engagement

Core Competencies

• Strategic partnership management
• Academic program design and compliance
• Research coordination and funding acquisition
• Innovation and entrepreneurship engagement
• Project and stakeholder management

Scale of Pay

As per University norms

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Sales and Business Development

Industry

Higher Education

Contact

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