Dean Academic Affairs | A reputed University in Bengaluru

Dean – Academic Affairs at a Leading University in Bangalore

Role Overview | Higher Education Leadership

The Dean – Academic Affairs will lead the University's quality assurance framework and drive academic excellence through strategic planning, policy implementation, accreditation management, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role is responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory bodies and frameworks, including the University Grants Commission (UGC), the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). The Dean will also strengthen academic governance and foster a culture of quality across academic and administrative units.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and strengthen the University's Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) in accordance with applicable NAAC and UGC guidelines.
• Develop, implement, and monitor institutional quality assurance policies, processes, and performance benchmarks.
• Coordinate institutional accreditation, assessment, and ranking exercises, including NAAC, NIRF, QS, Times Higher Education (THE), and other relevant national and international frameworks.
• Support the development, review, and implementation of academic policies, regulations, and governance frameworks.
• Coordinate curriculum design and revision, and support the implementation of outcome-based education (OBE).
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements across academic functions.
• Collaborate with faculty, academic leaders, students, alumni, and administrative departments to embed quality practices across the University.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, accreditation agencies, ranking organizations, and other external stakeholders.

Desired Candidate Profile

Educational Background:

• PhD
• A degree in Computer Science is preferred, along with exposure to academic administration, quality assurance, or higher education management.

Experience: At least 10 years of experience in academia, including 5 or more years in a senior role involving IQAC leadership, NAAC/NBA accreditation cycles, or academic quality assurance.

Key Competencies

• Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement
• Accreditation and Ranking Management (NAAC, NIRF, and NBA)
• Academic Policy, Governance, and Institutional Planning
• Outcome-Based Education (OBE)
• Statutory and Regulatory Compliance
• Curriculum Design and Development
• Stakeholder Engagement and Cross-Functional Collaboration