Job DescriptionPosition: Dean / Head of Department (Arts & Humanities)
Department: School of Arts & Humanities
Job Type: Full-time | Regular
Joining Date: Immediate
Minimum Qualifications & Experience :-
- Ph.D. in Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Languages, Literature, Psychology, History, Political Science, Sociology, Journalism, Fine Arts, or a relevant discipline from a recognized university.
- Master’s Degree in the relevant discipline is mandatory.
- Minimum 12–18 years of experience in teaching, research, academic administration, or leadership roles in reputed universities/institutions.
- Strong academic record with publications in reputed peer-reviewed journals, conferences, books, or other scholarly contributions.
- Proven experience in academic leadership, curriculum development, accreditation processes, and faculty management.
- Candidates must fulfill UGC norms as applicable.
Key Responsibilities :-
- Provide academic and administrative leadership to the School/Department of Arts & Humanities.
- Develop and implement strategies to enhance academic quality, student engagement, and institutional growth.
- Oversee curriculum planning, revision, and implementation in line with contemporary academic and industry requirements.
- Promote excellence in teaching, research, publications, innovation, and community engagement.
- Lead faculty recruitment, mentoring, performance evaluation, and professional development initiatives.
- Encourage interdisciplinary learning, research collaborations, and academic partnerships.
- Supervise accreditation and quality assurance processes, including NAAC, NIRF, and other regulatory requirements.
- Organize conferences, seminars, workshops, FDPs, cultural events, and academic outreach programs.
- Foster industry-academia collaborations, internships, skill development initiatives, and career guidance activities.
- Represent the department in university committees, academic councils, and external academic forums.
Desirable Qualifications & Skills :-
- Strong understanding of academic governance, curriculum design, outcome-based education, and quality assurance frameworks.
- Expertise in emerging trends within Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Media, Languages, and Interdisciplinary Studies.
- Excellent leadership, communication, decision-making, and team management skills.
- Ability to attract research projects, consultancy assignments, grants, and academic collaborations.
- Experience with academic ERP systems, LMS platforms, and research databases.
- Demonstrated ability to build a vibrant academic culture focused on innovation, creativity, and student success.
Pay Scale :-
₹40,000 – ₹80,000 per month
(Commensurate with qualifications, experience, and leadership capabilities)
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit the following to:
[email protected]
Subject Line: Application – Dean / HOD (Arts & Humanities)
Required Documents
- Updated CV
- Cover Letter highlighting academic leadership and administrative experience
- Scanned copies of Academic Certificates
- Experience Certificates
- List of Publications, Research Projects, and Academic Achievements (if applicable)
Pay: ₹40,410.55 - ₹80,711.45 per month
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
