Dean of the Faculty of design

[Sigma university] is a leading institution dedicated to academic excellence, research innovation, and holistic student development. Our Faculty of Design fosters creativity, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary collaboration, empowering students to become thought leaders in the global design landscape

Key Responsibilities:Academic Leadership:

• Provide strategic direction for the Faculty of Fashion Design.
• Supervise curriculum design, syllabus development, and academic delivery in alignment with industry trends.
• Encourage interdisciplinary learning and global exposure for students.

Faculty Management:

• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty members and staff.
• Promote faculty development through workshops, training, and research opportunities.
• Lead academic planning, timetabling, and teaching assignments.

Research & Industry Collaboration:

• Promote high-quality research, publications, exhibitions, and design innovation.
• Foster collaborations with national and international fashion brands, designers, and academic institutions.
• Organize fashion shows, seminars, workshops, and conferences.

Student Development:

• Oversee student admission processes and academic advising.
• Ensure excellence in student outcomes, placements, and entrepreneurial development.
• Promote internships, study tours, and live projects.

Administrative Duties:

• Manage faculty budgets, accreditations (e.g., NAAC/NBA), and compliance with regulatory bodies (UGC/AICTE/University norms).
• Represent the faculty in university-level meetings, committees, and strategic planning.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Ph.D. in Fashion Design (mandatory).
• Minimum 5+ years of teaching/research/industry experience, including 5+ years in academic administration.
• Proven record of published research, exhibitions, or design projects.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Industry exposure or consultancy experience preferred.

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Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Day shift

Experience:

• Dean of the faculty of design: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Work Location: In person