Research Officer - Edtech

As a professional in this role, you will play a crucial part in identifying, evaluating, and establishing associations with universities and colleges worldwide to enhance higher education opportunities for students. Your responsibilities will include conducting in-depth research on educational institutions globally, analyzing various factors such as admission criteria, intakes, language requirements, tuition fees, scholarships, and visa guidelines, and maintaining effective communication with international offices or admissions departments for potential collaborations. Additionally, you will be tasked with creating and updating a structured database of verified institutions, collaborating with internal teams to ensure student needs align with institutional offerings, and staying updated on policies, trends, and regulatory changes in international education systems. Your strategic recommendations based on academic quality, affordability, and post-study opportunities will be instrumental in guiding management decisions. To excel in this role, you must possess strong research and analytical skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Proficiency in English is essential, as is familiarity with global higher education systems and admission processes. Proficiency in MS Office, Google Workspace, and online research tools is required, along with the capability to independently manage outreach, follow-ups, and engage with institutions effectively. A good understanding of student expectations and trends in overseas education will be beneficial. The preferred qualifications for this position include a graduate or postgraduate degree in any field, with prior experience in research, international admissions, university partnerships, or student recruitment being advantageous. Exposure to global education markets and international collaboration processes will also be beneficial. This is a full-time, permanent position with benefits such as health insurance and provident fund. The work schedule is during the day shift or morning shift, and the preferred location is Kochi, Kerala. The work will be conducted in person, and a preferred experience of 2 years in Edtech is desired. Proficiency in English language is preferred for this role.,