Chief Academic Officer (CAO)

Bisjhintus; Bengaluru; Remote; INR 7,887,817 - 11,393,514; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work environment

Performance-based incentives

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

A dynamic educational innovation hub is seeking a Chief Academic Officer to lead the academic strategy and curriculum development. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in education leadership, with a strong understanding of instructional design. This role is remote and offers competitive salary, along with performance-based bonuses and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in education leadership, academic management, or curriculum strategy.
• Deep understanding of instructional design, assessments, and educational technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee the academic vision and content strategy.
• Lead curriculum development in alignment with national education standards.
• Ensure quality assurance across academic content and pedagogy.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Data literacy

Education

PhD, M.Ed, or equivalent advanced degree in Education

Job description

May 26, 2025 Perks: Salary+Esops+Bonus+Health insurance+ Stake (With investment) Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Chief Academic Officer (CAO) – Full-Time

Company: Bisjhintus Private Limited
Perks: Salary+Esops+Bonus+Health insurance+ Stake (With investment)
Location: Remote
Position Type: Full-Time

About Us:

Founded in 2021 by a dynamic mother-son duo, Mrs. Jhintu Adhikari and Mr. Bishop Adhikari, Bisjhintus Private Limited is an educational innovation hub focused on delivering high-quality, multilingual content and support for learners of all ages. We aim to empower individuals through inclusive, accessible, and transformative education while actively expanding our reach and impact across India and beyond.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Academic Officer (CAO) to lead and oversee the academic strategy, curriculum development, and instructional quality across our educational offerings. The ideal candidate should bring a strong background in education leadership , a deep understanding of pedagogy , and the ability to scale academic programs that align with our mission.
This is a strategic leadership position reporting directly to the Founders , offering the opportunity to shape the academic foundation of a rapidly growing education company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and oversee the academic vision and content strategy of the organization
• Lead curriculum development in alignment with national education standards and student needs
• Supervise academic teams including content creators, educators, and instructional designers
• Ensure quality assurance across all academic content, pedagogy, and learner engagement practices
• Collaborate with product, tech, and editorial teams to deliver learner-centric educational experiences
• Review academic data, performance metrics, and feedback to continuously improve learning outcomes
• Represent Bisjhintus at academic conferences, events, and strategic partnerships
• Conduct regular academic team meetings and progress reviews via Google Meet or in-person

Qualifications:

• PhD, M.Ed, or equivalent advanced degree in Education or relevant field
• Minimum 10 years of experience in education leadership, academic management, or curriculum strategy
• Proven track record in designing and scaling educational programs across age groups or disciplines
• Deep understanding of instructional design, assessments, and educational technologies
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in digital education, ed-tech, or online learning platforms
• Familiarity with multi-lingual and inclusive education approaches
• Strong data literacy with the ability to interpret learning analytics
• Passion for empowering diverse learners and building inclusive learning ecosystems
• Strong team-building and mentorship capabilities

What We Offer:

• Flexible remote work environment
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses
• Opportunity to work closely with the founding team
• Professional growth in a purpose-driven organization

Access to company-sponsored training and resources