Dean of Academic Affairs

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About HGPI

Himalayan Group of Professional Institutions (HGPI)

Himachal Pradesh Technical University (HPTU)

Dean – Academic Affairs

Position Overview

Dean of Academic Affairs

The ideal candidate will be a senior academician with a strategic mindset, proven leadership skills, and deep understanding of higher-education standards, accreditation processes, and regulatory frameworks.

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification:

• Ph.D. degree in any discipline (preferably in Engineering, Management, Pharmacy, Law, or related professional field).
• Post-graduate qualification with at least

  55% marks or equivalent grade

  from a recognized university.

• Experience:

• Minimum

  15 years of teaching and administrative experience

  in higher-education institutions, including

  5 years in an academic leadership role

  (Dean/Director/Principal/Head).

• Knowledge:

• Strong familiarity with

  AICTE, PCI, BCI, NCTE, and UGC

  norms and

  NAAC accreditation

  processes.
• Experience in

  curriculum design, academic audits, research promotion,

  and

  faculty performance evaluation

  .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead academic planning, curriculum development, and policy formulation across all colleges under HGPI.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and affiliating-university requirements.
• Foster a culture of research, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Mentor Heads of Departments and coordinate academic scheduling, examinations, and audits.
• Supervise faculty recruitment, training, appraisal, and performance metrics.
• Implement quality-assurance mechanisms, learning outcomes, and institutional benchmarks.
• Coordinate with external academic bodies, universities, and government authorities.
• Promote student-centric learning environments and academic excellence initiatives.

Desired Skills & Attributes

• Visionary academic leadership and strategic decision-making.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Strong analytical and documentation skills.
• Proven ability to inspire faculty and uphold institutional integrity.

Compensation

• Salary:

  Commensurate with experience and qualifications, as per

  UGC/AICTE norms

  .
• Performance-based incentives and accommodation may be offered for deserving candidates.

Application Process

Interested candidates are requested to submit:

• A detailed

  CV/Resume

• Statement of academic vision and leadership philosophy (500 words)
• Copies of degrees, experience certificates, and research credentials

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About the Role

strategic academic leadership position