About Medhavi Skills University
Medhavi Skills University (MSU) is a government-notified private State Skills University established under a State Act in Sikkim in 2021, dedicated to advancing quality skill-integrated higher education and entrepreneurship. Recognised by the UGC and aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, MSU is a pioneer in converging the skilling ecosystem with formal higher education through its “Industry as Campus” model. The University collaborates extensively with industries and Skill Development Institutes to deliver work-integrated degree programs embedding structured on-the-job training within the curriculum. MSU is a recognised Awarding Body under NCVET, empanelled with DGT, and serves as an anchor university partner with NSDC and the PMU of NSDC Internationalcollectively reinforcing its demand-driven, industry-co-led academic framework. Ranked 4th among India’s Top Skill Universities in the Outlook ICARE Rankings 2025 and supported by over 11 defence partnerships along with multiple national recognitions, MSU stands among India’s leading skill-integrated higher education institutions.
For more information, visit https://msu.edu.in
About Medhavi Group:
Established in 2013, Medhavi Group is a unified ecosystem comprising MSU and various skillpromoting organisations, dedicated to advancing skill development, vocational training, and industryintegrated higher education. With a strong outcome-driven approach, the Group has trained over 6
lakh learners, achieving more than 70% employability outcomes, and currently supports 20,000+ active students across its diverse programs. Medhavi Group continues to bridge the gap between education and employment by building scalable, industry-aligned talent pathways across India. Work Integrated Skill based Higher Education (WISE) is Medhavi’s flagship industry-integrated initiative built on the principle of “Industry as Campus.” It combines academic learning with structured on-thejob training, ensuring students graduate with real work experience and industry-ready skills. Through deep, outcome-driven partnerships with over 300+ leading industry and skill partners across 26+ sectors including Hyundai, Mahindra, IHG Group, Nephroplus, Barbeque Nation, Nexus Select Malls,ClassPlus, Tata Electronics, Marriott, ITC, and others- WISE enables learners to acquire role- specific competencies directly within live business environments. WISE creates a demand-driven talent pipeline for industries that enhances employability, improves workforce productivity, and bridges the industry skill gap.
For more information, visit https://msu.edu.in/wise
Role Overview:
The Associate Dean & Associate Professor will provide academic leadership, program development, research guidance, and administrative oversight for the School of Health Science and Technology. The role focuses on skill-integrated healthcare education, industry collaboration, applied research, and academic quality assurance in alignment with guidelines of the University Grants Commission and relevant regulatory bodies.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Academic Leadership
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Support the Dean in strategic planning and academic governance of the School.
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Lead curriculum design, revision, and outcome-based education aligned with industry and healthcare sector needs.
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Ensure implementation of skill-integrated learning, simulation labs, and clinical training models.
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Monitor academic quality, teaching standards, and program delivery.
2. Teaching & Learning
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Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Health Sciences and Technology.
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Integrate applied learning, simulation tools, and case-based teaching methods.
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Mentor students for clinical training, projects, internships, and career development.
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Guide capstone projects, dissertations, and research work.
3. Research & Innovation
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Conduct high-quality research and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
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Lead and collaborate in funded research projects in healthcare and allied technologies.
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Promote interdisciplinary research and innovation in health sciences.
4. Academic Administration
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Assist in academic planning, faculty development, and workload management.
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Support accreditation processes, regulatory compliance, and academic audits.
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Contribute to UGC /NAAC another ranking initiatives and institutional quality assurance.
5. Industry & Clinical Partnerships
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Establish collaborations with hospitals, healthcare organizations, and industry partners.
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Facilitate clinical training, internships, apprenticeships, and placement opportunities.
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Promote skill-based certification programs and continuing education programs.
6. Faculty Mentoring & Development
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Mentor junior faculty members in teaching, research, and professional development.
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Support recruitment, evaluation, and training of faculty.
Qualifications & Skills Required:
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Ph.D. in Health Sciences / Allied Health Sciences / Healthcare Technology / Relevant Discipline
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Master’s Degree with minimum 55% marks in the relevant discipline.
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Minimum 8 years of teaching / research experience in university / college.
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Experience in healthcare education, skill-based training, or clinical education preferred.
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Minimum 2-5 research publications in peer-reviewed high indexed journals.
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Experience in academic administration / leadership roles will be preferred.
What We Offer
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Opportunity to architect and scale a future-focused, industry-integrated higher educationecosystem.
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Competitive compensation with performance-linked incentives.
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Leadership role in a rapidly growing national skills and university platform.
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A collaborative, mission-driven environment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience at
[email protected] at earliest possible.
Medhavi Skills University is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
