Dean / Associate Dean

About the Role

The Dean / Associate Dean – Research & Academic Development provides academic leadership for IISM’s sports management and sports science programs. This full-time, on-site role in Mumbai oversees curriculum design, review, and quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide academic leadership for Sports Management and Sports Science programs.
• Oversee curriculum design, review, and quality assurance to ensure alignment with industry needs and university standards.
• Guide faculty in teaching excellence.
• Mentor academic teams.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in pedagogy and assessment.
• Develop and strengthen the institute’s research agenda.
• Encourage faculty and learners to engage in scholarly projects, publications, and conferences in sports management and sports science.
• Collaborate with university partners and industry stakeholders.
• Contribute to accreditation and regulatory compliance.
• Support new program development and strategic academic initiatives.
• Perform academic administration.
• Engage in data-driven decision-making.
• Participate in committees related to student success, internships, and placements.

Requirements & Tech Stack

None explicitly stated beyond general academic and leadership tools.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in academic leadership and administration, including curriculum development, program management, and faculty mentoring.
• Proven experience in research management, scholarly publishing, and promoting research culture in higher education, preferably in sports management or related fields.
• Excellent skills in stakeholder engagement, including collaboration with universities, industry partners, regulatory bodies, and professional organizations.
• Competence in strategic planning, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement of academic quality and student outcomes.
• Advanced degree (PhD or equivalent preferred) in Sports Management, Sports Science, Management, Education, or a related discipline.
• Prior leadership experience at Dean, Associate Dean, Head of Department, or similar academic leadership level in a reputable institution.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work inclusively with diverse faculty, staff, and learners.