Assistant Director(Coordinator) - Undergraduate Studies in Economics

Ashoka University; Haryana; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashoka University in Sonipat, Haryana, invites applications for the role of Assistant Director - Undergraduate Studies in Economics. The incumbent will provide academic counselling, guide students through Economics majors/minors and interdisciplinary pathways, and collaborate with university offices to ensure programme integrity.

The role emphasizes teaching, student development, and administrative leadership within a leading Indian university, reporting to the Head of Department – Economics.

Qualifications

• PhD in Economics preferred; Master’s degree also considered.
• Strong teaching, student mentorship, and academic engagement.
• Ability to balance teaching with administration.
• Commitment to inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary academic advisor for all undergraduate students pursuing Economics pathways.
• Guide students through curriculum sequencing and major/minor requirements.
• Coordinate with OAA, Examinations, and Learning Support.
• Support programme delivery and student progression.
• Participate in undergraduate teaching.

Skills

Academic advising

Teaching

Student mentoring

Administrative skills

Education

PhD in Economics

Master's degree in Economics

Job description

Assistant Director(Coordinator) - Undergraduate Studies in Economics Economics (Support) Sonipat, Sonipat, Haryana, India 12 - 18 Years

Job Description

Job Title : Assistant Director - Undergraduate Studies in Economics

Reports to: Head of Department – Economics

Location: Ashoka University Campus, Sonipat

Experience (in years): Minimum 12 years

Nature of work: Full Time

About Ashoka:

Ashoka University -India's premier interdisciplinary teaching and research university. An institution that has become a beacon of academic excellence in less than 10 years since its inception. At Ashoka, we encourage you to embrace the new, push the boundaries for continuous learning, and adapt to a world of constant change. Because we believe that each Ashokan is capable of becoming a thought leader.

As part of our thriving and committed workforce, you will:

Be Mission-Driven: Champion interdisciplinary learning, innovative pedagogy, and academic rigor to transform Indian higher education.

Think Strategically : Collaborate with visionary minds to shape the future of higher education through strategic planning and a forward-thinking approach.

Act Authentically : Embrace authenticity and integrity, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where every voice is valued.

Take Accountability: Own your work and drive positive change, as an empowering individual seeking to make a meaningful contribution.

Build Collaboration: Experience the power of teamwork and diverse perspectives, working collectively towards our shared goals.

Deliver Excellence: Strive for excellence in all aspects, upholding the highest standards of academic excellence, student support, and professional development opportunities.

At Ashoka University, we are on a mission to redefine higher education and create a remarkable space where innovation and collaboration thrive. As a pioneering force in interdisciplinary learning, we continually grow and adapt to stay at the forefront of educational excellence with emphasis on inclusivity and equal opportunity. Our philosophy revolves around care, well-being, and connection, which are deeply embedded in everything we do.

When you join our community, you become part of an extraordinary journey in which you can unleash your potential and make a meaningful impact. Where education empowers, where innovation thrives, and where excellence and humility coexist. We truly believe the world will enrich itself when there is progress with purpose.

About the Department of Economics

The Department of Economics at Ashoka University has 34 permanent faculty members, with research and teaching interests that span a broad range of fields which include economic theory, game theory, behavioral economics, experimental economics, theoretical and empirical macroeconomics, monetary economics, economic growth, development economics, time-series econometrics and different areas of applied microeconomics and financial economics.

The department offers a major in Economics and interdisciplinary majors in Economics & Finance, Economics & History, and in Politics, Philosophy & Economics (PPE). At the graduate level, the department offers MA in Economics and Ph.D. in Economics. This website (https://www.ashoka.edu.in/department/department-of-economics/) provides more information about those programs, the faculty, and the department’s research activities.

About the Role

The Coordinator, Undergraduate Studies in Economics, will serve as the primary academic advisor

and administrative anchor for the undergraduate Economics programme at Ashoka University. The

role involves guiding students across Economics Major/Minor/Concentration/PPE and

interdisciplinary pathways (including Economics & Finance, Economics & Public Policy, Economics & History, and upcoming programmes) to effectively navigate the programme’s sequential and modular structure. The incumbent will provide academic counselling, ensure alignment with degree requirements, liaise with relevant university offices, and actively participate in undergraduate teaching. This role requires a professional economist with strong pedagogical commitment, student engagement capabilities, and administrative acumen.

Academic Advising & Student Counselling

1. Serve as the primary academic advisor for all undergraduate students pursuing Economics-related pathways (Major, Minor, Concentration, PPE, and interdisciplinary programmes).
2. Guide students in:
   • o Navigating the sequential and modular structure of the Economics curriculum.
   • o Efficiently managing course sequencing requirements.
   • o Balancing Major/Minor requirements with Foundational Courses (FCs), interdisciplinary components, and co-curricular obligations.
   • o Planning long-term academic trajectories aligned with their goals.
3. Design and implement proactive strategies to identify and counsel academically struggling students.
4. Provide structured, patient, and empathetic engagement to support informed academic decision-making.
5. Ensure students understand academic rules, progression requirements, and implications of course choices.
6. Serve as the visible academic face of the Department for undergraduate programme-related communication, outreach, and dissemination.
7. Communicate clear vision for the undergraduate Economics programme to the student body.
8. Contribute to strengthening programme coherence, academic rigor, and student experience.
9. Demonstrate sustained interest in the pedagogy of economics and undergraduate learning.
10. Support the smooth launch and integration of new interdisciplinary majors.
11. Coordinate with key university offices including:
    • o Office of Academic Affairs (OAA)
    • o Office of Examinations (OoE)
    • o Office of Learning Support (OLS)
    • o Other relevant offices as required
12. Facilitate smooth administrative processes related to student progression, academic compliance, and programme delivery.
13. Support student progression, academic compliance, and resolution of administrative issues.

Administrative Responsibilities

1. Oversee structured implementation of the undergraduate Economics programme.
2. Monitor adherence to sequencing and progression norms.
3. Support coordination of academic records, course approvals, and related administrative processes
4. Work closely with the HoD, Economics, and OAA to ensure programme effectiveness and student success.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• PhD in Economics preferred; candidates with a Master's degree and a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching, student mentorship, and academic engagement will also be considered.
• Strong understanding of Economics as a discipline, with the ability to contribute effectively to the academic and curricular objectives of the programme.
• Demonstrated commitment to high-quality teaching, student learning outcomes, and academic excellence.
• Ability to balance teaching responsibilities with academic administration and programme-related operational requirements.
• This role is primarily focused on teaching, student development, and academic administration, with no formal expectation of research output.
• Student-focused approach with a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Strong subject matter expertise and academic credibility in Economics.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a structured and process-oriented approach to work.
• Ability to proactively identify, guide, and support students requiring academic intervention.