Associate Dean Discipline

Chandigarh University; Lucknow; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandigarh University is seeking a senior Student Affairs professional to lead the Discipline & Conduct Cell and ensure fair, timely case resolution across the campus. The role requires extensive higher education experience and a background in inquiry procedures and governance.

The ideal candidate will manage grievances, uphold due process, oversee anti-ragging enforcement, and coordinate with committees to sustain a safe, disciplined campus environment.

Qualifications

• Masters degree required; LLB or formal training in inquiry procedures preferred.
• Minimum 15 years in Higher Education with 5+ years in student discipline/affairs leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Student Discipline & Conduct Cell and ensure fair, consistent and timely case resolution.
• Handle student disciplinary matters, grievances and conduct-related cases through due process.
• Oversee anti-ragging prevention, enforcement and compliance.
• Monitor grievances and disciplinary cases against defined SLAs, ensuring no case remains unacknowledged.
• Coordinate with statutory/institutional committees for disciplinary and grievance matters.
• Manage first-response protocols, interim measures and escalation of serious student-conduct issues.
• Maintain proper documentation, records and reports related to disciplinary proceedings.
• Promote a safe, respectful and disciplined campus environment.

Skills

Leadership

Discipline management

Grievance handling

Policy enforcement

Education

Master's degree

LLB or inquiry procedures training

Job description

Experience:

Minimum 15 years in Higher Education, including 5+ years in student discipline/affairs leadership.

Qualification:

Masters degree required; LLB or formal training in inquiry procedures preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Student Discipline & Conduct Cell and ensure fair, consistent and timely case resolution.
• Handle student disciplinary matters, grievances and conduct-related cases through natural justice and due process.
• Oversee anti-ragging prevention, enforcement and compliance.
• Monitor grievance and disciplinary cases against defined SLAs, ensuring no case remains unacknowledged.
• Coordinate with statutory/institutional committees for disciplinary and grievance matters.
• Manage first-response protocols, interim measures and escalation of serious student-conduct issues.
• Maintain proper documentation, records and reports related to disciplinary proceedings.
• Promote a safe, respectful and disciplined campus environment.

Requirement:

A senior Professor/Associate Professor, Student Affairs professional, or retired commissioned Armed Forces officer with strong experience in discipline, student welfare, conduct management, inquiry procedures and institutional governance.