Vice Chancellor

Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences (KITS)

(Deemed to be University, Coimbatore)

Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, a distinguished Deemed to be University in Coimbatore with NAAC Grade A++, is in the process of identifying an eminent academician, visionary researcher, and dynamic administrator for the post of

VICE CHANCELLOR

Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, a Minority Institution under the provisions of Article 30(1) of the Constitution of India, is committed to academic excellence, socially relevant research, innovation, incubation, and value-based education. The University seeks a visionary leader from the academic community who can provide strategic direction, institutional growth, and global positioning.

Key Areas of Professional Expertise

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proven capabilities in the following domains:

Higher Education and Academic Leadership

* Experience in outcome-based education (OBE) frameworks, curriculum innovation, academic research, and product/process design & development.

* Exposure to both national and international academic ecosystems.

Organizational and Financial Management

* Demonstrated expertise in organizational and institutional management, including governance and procedural systems.

* Strong ability in budget management, financial planning, and resource optimization.

Industry and Institutional Engagement

* Excellent liaison and connections with national and international universities, statutory authorities, industries, and corporate social organizations.

* Proven ability to cultivate partnerships and collaborations for mutual growth.

Strategic Governance and Digital Transformation

* Expertise in policy formulation, institutional governance, and procedural frameworks.

* Knowledge of digital transformation, system integration, and academic/administrative digitization.

* Experience in branding, promotions, and institutional positioning.

Strategic Planning and Institutional Growth

* Visionary leadership in growth management, international collaborations, and long-term sustainability.

* Track record of enabling inclusive development and global outreach.

Ideal Candidate Profile

* A senior academic or industry leader with at least 10 years of top-level institutional or organizational management experience.

* Possesses a Ph.D. in Engineering & Technology/Medicine or equivalent senior executive experience in research-driven or knowledge-intensive industries.

* A strong record of academic research, innovation, or enterprise leadership with measurable outcomes.

* Demonstrated ability to lead large, cross-functional, and multicultural teams at the national and/or international level.

* A strategic visionary with a proven capacity for policy-making, growth management, and operational execution in complex organizations.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates may submit their detailed Curriculum Vitae to the Registrar via email at registrar@karunya.edu on or before 15 September 2025.