Key Responsibilities : ( Academic background is necessary)
Strategic Leadership :
- Develop and implement strategic plans for the CSIT department in alignment with institutional goals.
- Foster innovation in teaching, learning, and research in emerging areas of Computer Science and IT.
- Lead the development of new academic programs and research initiatives.
Academic and Research Oversight :
Oversee curriculum design, course development, and accreditation processes.Promote high-quality research and secure funding through grants and industry collaboration.Support faculty in scholarly activities and professional development.Administrative and Operational Management :
Manage departmental budgets, resource allocation, and policy implementation.Recruit, evaluate, and mentor faculty and staff.Ensure compliance with institutional, national, and international standards.Collaboration and External Engagement :
Build partnerships with industry, government agencies, and academic institutions.Represent the department at national and international forums and conferences.Drive initiatives related to internships, placements, and alumni engagement.Technology and Infrastructure :
Oversee the implementation and management of IT infrastructure used in teaching and research.Ensure cybersecurity, data governance, and tech-enabled learning environments.Qualifications :
Ph.D. in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.Minimum of 10 years of academic or industry experience, with at least 5 in leadership roles.5 publication should be in scopus2 guided students should be completed under supervisionProven track record of academic excellence, research, and / or innovation in CSIT.Experience in managing interdisciplinary teams and large-scale projects.Strong understanding of emerging technologies (AI, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Science, etc.).Key Skills :
Leadership and team managementStrategic planning and executionBudgeting and resource managementResearch and academic developmentCommunication and stakeholder engagementKnowledge of accreditation and quality assurance processes