Dean & Director – GITAM School of Humanities & Social Science, Visakhapatnam

Job Description : Dean & Director - VSP of Humanities and Social Sciences requires a combination of academic qualifications, leadership experience, and a deep understanding of the disciplines within these fields, and provides guidance in the areas of pedagogy, curriculum, research, student recruitment and retention, and faculty development, as well as interdisciplinary initiatives within the College and the University. The Dean/Director oversee the academic integrity and quality of programs in areas such as Psychology, English, History, Sociology, Political Science, Media Studies and other related fields. Supports and advances intergenerational relationships through an active dialogue about Humanities education and research within the School, College, and University with leaders in the humanities profession and other educators. The candidate should demonstrate leadership qualities to support the program’s goal of excellence by supporting and mentoring faculty teaching, research, and service; by creating and supporting research and funding opportunities; by fostering program development and growth; by expanding relationships with the relevant profession; and by leading the program to continue to achieve accreditation. Roles & Responsibility Committed to the mission and vision of the School of Humanities, the College, and the University including values of excellence, diversity, sustainability, and global involvement. Advance student, faculty, and staff successes through engendering experimentation and development of new ideas and programs. Lead, manage, and administer all aspects of the School of Humanities and develop a contemporary relevance to Gandhian ideology through diverse courses and offer Value Based Education support to Students along with organizing Cultural Immersion Programs. Demonstrated effectiveness to serve as a dynamic and effective leader, advocate, and mentor. Proven ability to effectively communicate with diverse internal and external audiences through written, oral, and social media. Proven ability to effectively interact with and support diverse students, alumni, faculty, staff, administrators, and external stakeholders. Commitment to the mission and vision of the School, the College, and the University including values of excellence, diversity, global involvement and accountability. Education and Experience The candidate must hold a PhD from Accredited University. Must have university teaching and administrative experience minimum of 15 Years. An established national reputation in research and/or creative achievement, teaching, and service. Scholarship, academic achievement, and the energy and intellect to work collaboratively with the faculty to develop a challenging and compelling vision of architecture education, particularly in the area of studio-inquiry and problem-based instructional pedagogies. Should have citations of their research publications in peer reviewed journals. You can share your CV & Cover Letter @rvinjara@gitam.edu Show more Show less