Head - Research and Insights

School of Ultimate Leadership (SOUL), Gandhinagar, Gujarat

Head–Research and Insights

Role Overview

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Key Responsibilities

• Develop high-impact research and insights on “leadership” aligned with SOUL’s mission.
• Integrate insights from behavioural science, psychology, neuroscience, and management studies into actionable leadership models.
• Translate research findings into leadership programs, case studies, and toolkits. Build a system to document case studies on public leadership.
• Publish high-quality research and white papers and develop knowledge platforms.
• Supervise and mentor research fellows, public officials, faculty and visiting academics.
• Build collaborations with universities, think tanks and industry partners. 

Qualifications & Experience

• Advanced degree (PhD/Master’s) in Behavioural Science, Psychology, Organisational Behaviour, Leadership Studies, or related fields.
• Minimum 10+ years of research/academic experience, preferably with a strong publication record.
• Demonstrated expertise in leadership studies (preferably in the public domain), decision sciences, or applied behavioural research.
• Experience in leading research teams.
• Familiarity with both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
• Exposure to cross-cultural public leadership or Indian/Asian leadership studies will be a strong plus.

Skills & Attributes

• Ability to bridge academic rigour with real-world application.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Thought leadership presence with ability to influence debates on leadership.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial, and committed to the mission of SOUL in shaping leaders for public good.

What We Offer

• A platform to create cutting-edge leadership research for national & global impact.
• Opportunity to pioneer India’s first integrated leadership research ecosystem blending behavioural science and wisdom traditions.
• Collegial, innovative, and mission-driven work environment.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits, commensurate with experience.

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