Job Title: Dean – Mechanical Engineering

School of Engineering

Eligibility Criteria:

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline (mandatory).

Strong academic record throughout.

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade).

Experience Requirements:

Minimum 12–15 years of experience in teaching, research, and academic administration in higher education.

Must have worked as Associate Professor or Assistant Professor with demonstrated academic leadership responsibilities.

Prior experience in a Dean / Associate Dean / Head of Department / Academic Leadership role is highly preferred.

Strong research profile with publications in reputed / indexed journals.

Experience in securing research grants, funded projects, consultancy, or industry collaborations is an added advantage.

Vacancy:

Opening for the School of Engineering – Mechanical Engineering.

Preference for candidates available to join immediately.

Role & Responsibilities:

Provide academic and strategic leadership to the Mechanical Engineering department.

Lead curriculum design and modernization aligned with industry trends, accreditation standards, and emerging technologies.

Oversee faculty recruitment, development, mentoring, and performance management.

Promote a culture of research, innovation, publications, patents, and funded projects.

Strengthen industry partnerships, consultancy projects, internships, and placement initiatives.

Ensure excellence in teaching quality, student engagement, and academic governance.

Drive accreditation processes (NBA / NAAC) and institutional compliance.

Support student development, laboratories, workshops, and research infrastructure.

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Research and consultancy support with incentives.

Subsidized campus housing, food, transport, insurance, and other benefits.

Working Days:

Monday to Friday + 2nd and 4th Saturday working.

Industry: Education / Training

Functional Area: Academic Leadership, Teaching, Training & Research

Employment Type: Full-Time

Key Skills:

Academic leadership & governance

Mechanical engineering curriculum & labs

Research strategy & funding

Faculty mentoring & team leadership

Strong communication & presentation

Industry collaboration & consultancy

Student engagement & academic excellence

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