Vice Chancellor

Symbiosis University of Applied Sciences; Indore District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Symbiosis University of Applied Sciences in Indore invites a dynamic leader with extensive industry experience to join as a senior academic administrator. The role focuses on translating real-world engineering expertise into cutting-edge curriculum, experiential learning, and strong industry partnerships.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Engineering or related field, 15–20 years of industry background including senior leadership, and a track record in governance, curriculum development,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Engineering, Technology or allied discipline.
• Minimum 15–20 years of professional experience in engineering/manufacturing/tech.
• At least 10 years in senior leadership roles (GM or above).
• Experience in academia administration and curriculum development is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive skill-based education and industry integration through partnerships.
• Expand academic programs, executive education, and corporate training.
• Provide strategic academic and administrative leadership and build leadership team.
• Foster industry collaborations, labs, research, and technology transfer.
• Enhance student employability through industry engagement and practical learning.
• Ensure governance, accreditation readiness, and financial sustainability.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Vision

Industry Practices

Academic Leadership

Education

Ph.D. in Engineering/Technology or allied discipline

Job description

Symbiosis University of Applied Sciences ,being a skill-based university with a strong emphasis on experiential, practical and industry-integrated learning, is committed to transforming the conventional approach to higher education by equipping students with industry-relevant skills, professional competencies and hands‑on experience.

In alignment with the vision, mission, philosophy and educational objectives of the University's management, the institution seeks to associate with a dynamic, accomplished and visionary leader having 15–20 years or more of substantial industry experience, preferably in senior leadership positions particularly in the engineering and allied industries.

The ideal candidate should have demonstrated leadership capabilities, strategic vision and a strong understanding of contemporary industry practices, emerging technologies, workforce requirements and evolving skill ecosystems. The candidate is expected to play a pivotal role in strengthening the University's skill‑based education model by translating real‑world industrial experience into meaningful academic practices, curriculum development, experiential learning, industry collaborations, applied research, innovation and institutional governance. The association is envisaged to bring the richness of senior‑level industry experience into the academic environment and contribute meaningfully towards the University's long‑term vision of developing competent, industry‑ready and future‑focused professionals.

• The candidate should possess a Ph.D. in Engineering, Technology or an allied/relevant discipline.
• The candidate should have a minimum of 15–20 years of professional experience in the Engineering / Manufacturing / Technology industry.
• Out of the total industry experience, a minimum of 10 years should be at senior leadership positions such as General Manager (GM) or above, including AVP, Vice‑President, Director, COO, Business Head or equivalent positions.
• Candidates should preferably have experience in the following sectors: Engineering and Manufacturing/Information Technology and Engineering Services/Research and Development / Product Development.
• The candidate should possess relevant teaching experience and exposure to academic administration, academic leadership, curriculum development or institutional development.
• Candidate should be below 58 years at the time of application.

2. Duties and Responsibilities

• Skill-Based Education and Industry Integration: Drive the University's skill‑based education model by strengthening industry‑academia partnerships and integrating practical training, internships, apprenticeships, live projects and industry professionals into teaching and learning.
• Academic Expansion and Revenue Generation: Identify emerging industry trends and develop new industry‑relevant academic programmes, executive education, corporate training, professional certifications and consultancy initiatives to expand the University's academic portfolio and generate sustainable revenue.
• Institutional Leadership and Team Development: Provide strategic academic and administrative leadership, build a competent and high‑performing leadership team, strengthen faculty capabilities through industry exposure and professional development, and foster a culture of accountability and performance excellence.
• Industry Collaboration, Innovation and Research: Develop strategic collaborations with industries, universities and research institutions. Promote Centres of Excellence, industry-sponsored laboratories, applied research, consultancy, funded projects, patents, innovation and technology transfer.
• Student Employability and Entrepreneurship: Enhance student employability through industry engagement, internships, placements, skill certifications and professional mentoring. Promote entrepreneurship, incubation, start‑ups and industry‑linked learning to prepare students for gainful employment and self‑employment.
• Institutional Governance and Financial Sustainability: Ensure effective academic governance, quality assurance, accreditation, rankings and regulatory compliance, while strengthening financial management, infrastructure development, optimum resource utilization and long‑term institutional sustainability.