Assistant Professor -Entrepreneurship

Inspiria Knowledge Campus; Siliguri; On-site; INR 6,00,000 - 10,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Siliguri is seeking an Assistant Professor in Entrepreneurship to drive student engagement and mentor programs. The ideal candidate will promote a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem, collaborate with industry leaders, and manage startup initiatives, ensuring the success of the college's entrepreneurship cell. This role is critical for nurturing the growth of technology startups and fostering collaborations with government agencies.

Qualifications

• Experience in fostering entrepreneurial environments.
• Strong networking skills with industry leaders.

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of student entrepreneurship on campus.
• Identify and collaborate with industry leaders for mentorship.
• Plan and execute entrepreneurship-related events and programs.
• Liaise with government for incubation facility operations.
• Build a regional investor network for emerging startups.

Job description

The Assistant Professor in Entrepreneurship will play a critical role in fostering a dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem among students. The position focuses on driving outreach, supporting student ventures, coordinating strategic partnerships, and managing startup initiatives and activities at the college entrepreneurship cell (eCell).

Key Responsibilities

• Student Entrepreneurship Ecosystem
  • Promote and nurture a culture of student entrepreneurship on campus.
  • Develop strategies to attract and onboard promising technology startups.
• Industry and Mentorship Engagement
  • Identify and collaborate with industry leaders for structured student mentorship programs.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for partnerships that benefit student entrepreneurs.
• Events and Program Management
  • Take charge of planning and executing events, workshops, and meet-ups at the eCell or in the region.
  • Provide logistical and operational support for entrepreneurship programs and events.
• Collaboration & Coordination
  • Work closely with the eCell Steering Committee to ensure the success of entrepreneurial initiatives.
  • Support meetings and engagements with partner organizations.
• Government and Policy Interface
  • Liaise with government departments for efficient operation of the incubation facility.
  • Assist in the implementation of state startup and procurement policies.
• Program Representation & Leadership
  • Represent the Entrepreneurship program at Inspiria as its official spokesperson.
  • Prepare and submit proposals for various government startup initiatives.
• Investor Network Development
  • Build and sustain a regional investor network to provide reliable support for emerging startups.