Overview
CACTUS is a remote-first organization and we embrace an accelerate from anywhere culture. You may be required to travel to our Mumbai office based on business requirements or for company/team events.We are seeking a University Rankings Consultant with a proven track record in elevating institutional performance across global ranking frameworks, mainly, THE University Rankings, THE Impact Ranking, QS World University Rankings, QS Arab and Asia Rankings, THE Impact Rankings, etc. The ideal candidate should have comprehensive knowledge of how the rankings system work (especially THE and QS) and be able to provide directional and data-driven strategy to universities looking to improve their global rankings.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate current university status in terms of its THE, QS, and other global ranking systems.
- Develop and implement strategies to enhance performance in global rankings.
- Provide strategy to strengthen institutional standing across academic reputation, research productivity, teaching quality, sustainability, etc.
- Advise on research strategy and collaborations to boost publications, citations, and societal impact.
- Advise on building and managing international collaborations with universities and industry.
Qualifications And Prerequisites
- Advanced degree in Higher Education Management, Research Administration, or related field.
- Demonstrated expertise in QS, THE Impact, and other global rankings with measurable success in improving institutional performance.
- Familiarity with bibliometric tools such as Scopus, SciVal, Web of Science.
- Experience in developing sustainability strategies aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and strategic planning skills.
Application ProcessBefore applying, please ensure you meet the role requirements listed above and have legal authorization to work in the country where this role is advertised. Our selection process typically involves an initial screening by a recruiter, a technical assessment, and two to three interview rounds. For this role there would be one interview round (virtual).
Equal Opportunity
Our hiring practices reflect our commitment to providing equal opportunities and creating an environment where everyone can thrive, develop, and succeed. We celebrate the uniqueness of our team members and prohibit discrimination of any kind, based on race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
Accelerating from Anywhere
As a remote-first organization, these are essential attributes we look for in all our candidates.
- Taking ownership of your work with minimal supervision, showing strong ability to organize, prioritize and deliver results independently.
- Documenting work that brings everyone on the same page.
- Maturity to choose between synchronous and asynchronous collaboration.
- Effectively collaborating with colleagues across different time zones by setting dedicated hours for collaboration and keeping team members updated through your MS Teams status.
About CACTUS
Established in 2002, Cactus Communications (cactusglobal.com) is a leading technology company that specializes in expert services and AI-driven products which improve how research gets funded, published, communicated, and discovered. Its flagship brand Editage offers a comprehensive suite of researcher solutions, including expert services and cutting-edge AI products like Mind the Graph, Paperpal, and R Discovery. With offices in Princeton, London, Singapore, Beijing, Shanghai, Seoul, Tokyo, and Mumbai and a global workforce of over 3,000 experts, CACTUS is a pioneer in workplace best practices and has been consistently recognized as a great place to work.
