Director of Engineering Programs (Gurugram)

Nameless; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 8,000,000; Full time

Job summary

The role demands strategic leadership, active industry collaborations, and the ability to foster world-class labs and curricula that integrate AI/ML, Quantum Computing, and other frontier domains, while ensuring high-impact publications and external funding.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science is mandatory.
• 15+ years in academia/research, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• High-impact publications, patents, and a history of securing external research grants.
• Cooperative, data-driven, and capable of fostering an entrepreneurial mindset within the department.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and execute a 5-year strategic blueprint to elevate the department's reputation as a world-class center for engineering education.
• Transform the departmental culture from process-driven to performance-led.
• Drive growth in student enrollment and spearhead the creation of Next-Gen research labs and physical infrastructure.
• Lead the department through accreditation cycles (NAAC, NBA, NIRF) and pursue international benchmarks like ABET.

Skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Data-driven

Strategic leadership

Mentorship

Education

PhD in Computer Science

Job description

Overview:

One of our client partners is seeking a distinguished academician and a visionary leader to serve as the Director of Engineering Programs. Our client is looking for a high-profile catalyst - a leader with an \"entrepreneurial mindset\" who will move beyond governance to drive global collaborations, industry-led research, and breakthrough innovations. Reporting directly to the Vice Chancellor, the Director will be the architect of a transformative 5-year roadmap designed to be at the top of national and international ranking tables.

Key Responsibilities:

1. 1) Strategic Leadership & Institutional Eminence
   • Conceptualize and execute a 5-year strategic blueprint to elevate the Department's reputation as a world-class center for engineering education.
   • Transform the departmental culture from \"process-driven\" to \"performance-led\", preempting global education trends and implementing them ahead of the curve.
   • Drive growth in student enrollment and spearhead the creation of \"Next-Gen\" research labs and physical infrastructure.
2. 2. Research, Innovation & Academic Rigor
   • Actively mentor faculty to secure high-value external research grants from prestigious bodies such as DST, DBT, ICSSR, and international agencies.
   • Oversee the evolution of a CS-heavy curriculum, integrating futuristic domains like AI/ML, Quantum Computing, Blockchain, and Cybersecurity to ensure our graduates are \"future-proof\".
3. 3. Industry Ecosystem & Global Footprint
   • Lead the department in high-impact consultancy projects, positioning the University as a solutions-provider for the technology sector.
   • Establish strategic MoUs and dual-degree programs with top global universities for faculty exchange and joint research.
   • Deepen relationships with the \"Big Tech\" industry to facilitate premium placements, sponsored labs, and elite internship opportunities.
4. 4. Quality Assurance & Global Accreditations
   • Lead the department through high-stakes accreditation cycles, ensuring gold standards in NAAC (A++), NBA, and NIRF.
   • Steering the department toward international benchmarks like ABET.

Requirements:

• PhD in Computer Science is mandatory.
• Minimum 15+ years in academia/research, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role (Dean, Director, or HoD).
• Must maintain a \"technical touch\"- capable of engaging in deep technical discussions despite being a seasoned administrator.
• High-impact publications (Scopus/Web of Science), patents, and a history of securing external research grants.
• Cooperative, data-driven, and capable of fostering an entrepreneurial mindset within the department. .