Chief Innovation & Startup Officer (CISO)

Brainware University – Hiring Chief Innovation & Startup Officer (CISO)

About Us:

No. 1 Technical Private University in West Bengal

Position:

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Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a robust ecosystem for innovation, entrepreneurship, and startup incubation.
• Lead and manage the university’s incubation and pre-incubation programmes.
• Facilitate startup funding, investor connects, and mentoring networks.
• Organize bootcamps, innovation challenges, and entrepreneurship workshops.
• Coordinate with AICTE, MoE's Innovation Cell, and other national bodies to align institutional innovation policies.
• Promote patent filing, prototype development, and IP management within campus.

Desired Profile:

• Postgraduate/Doctorate with a strong background in innovation management, startup ecosystems, or entrepreneurship development.
• Minimum

  4 years

  of experience in managing incubation centres, startup support functions, or innovation hubs.
• Proven ability to work with industry, government, and funding agencies.
• Strong leadership, networking, and communication skills.
• Experience in mentoring student or faculty startups will be preferred.

What We Offer:

• Attractive salary and benefits package.
• A vibrant and entrepreneurial campus ecosystem.
• Opportunity to lead university-wide innovation and startup initiatives.

How to Apply:

hrd@brainwareuniversity.ac.in

https://brainwareuniversityhr.in/registration

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Brainware University is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Come, drive innovation and entrepreneurship at Brainware University