About Masters' Union :
Masters' Union is a modern business school that brings together industry leaders and experts to reimagine business education. Our programs are led by top professionals from McKinsey, Google, Amazon, and global startups. We're committed to building a tech-first curriculum that prepares students for leadership roles in the digital economy.
Role Overview :
As the Associate Director - Data Science & AI, you will play a strategic and hands-on role in shaping the Data Science & Artificial Intelligence track across our programs. This includes curriculum design, faculty and industry collaboration, classroom delivery, mentorship, and developing industry-led learning interventions. You will be responsible for ensuring academic excellence and relevance in the fast-evolving fields of AI, machine learning, and data science.
Key Responsibilities :
Curriculum Development & Delivery :
- Design and continuously update curriculum content for data science, machine learning, and AI courses.
- Ensure curriculum aligns with the latest industry trends and technologies (e.g., GenAI, LLMs, MLOps).
- Identify and onboard high-quality visiting faculty and industry practitioners.
Academic Leadership :
Lead classroom sessions, workshops, and lab-based courses on data science and AI.Mentor students on capstone projects, research work, and competitions (e.g., Kaggle, Zindi).Drive outcomes in student placement, certifications, and project success.Industry Engagement :
Collaborate with tech firms and startups to develop real-world projects and use cases.Lead partnerships for guest lectures, internships, and research collaborations.Organize hackathons, datathons, and AI challenges with industry sponsors.Program Innovation :
Launch short-term programs and bootcamps focused on GenAI, Python for Business, Data for Decision Making, etc.Explore use of AI in pedagogy and classroom delivery (e.g., LLM-powered learning tools).Work closely with the product team to create AI-driven learning Master's or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field from a reputed institution.Additional certifications in AI / ML or cloud platforms (AWS / GCP / Azure) are a plus.Experience :
8+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or AI, with leadership experience in academia or the industry.Proven track record of teaching, mentoring, or curriculum development.Strong network of industry professionals in AI / ML, analytics, or technology.ref : iimjobs.com)