Academic Associate
Kautilya School of Public Policy, Hyderabad
About Us
At Kautilya, our vision is to rebalance the role of Society, Government & Business for a more equitable and sustainable future. Our mission is to empower leaders to address 21st-century challenges through rigorous public policy education.
We are committed to delivering education that is relevant, contemporary, and practical—bringing together world-class faculty, policy experts, and passionate learners to shape future leaders in public life.
Role: Academic Associate
Kautilya School of Public Policy is looking for motivated and self-driven individuals to join us as Academic Associates. In this role, you will contribute to building an inclusive public policy ecosystem while supporting faculty, enabling effective learning, and ensuring smooth academic delivery.This position is offered on a one-year contract, with the possibility of extension based on performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Support faculty in teaching, research, and course delivery
- Manage and update Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Conduct literature reviews and assist in research projects
- Collect, organize, and analyze qualitative & quantitative data
- Assist in curriculum development and course design
- Coordinate with faculty, guest lecturers, and stakeholders
- Grade assignments and support student learning
- Contribute to research publications and academic outputs
- Handle additional academic and administrative responsibilities as required
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in:
- Economics / International Relations
- Or related fields (Political Science, Economic Development, Rural Development, Finance Economics, Environmental Economics, International Economics)
- Prior experience in teaching assistance, research, or curriculum development is a plus
Skills We’re Looking For
- Strong understanding of India’s public policy landscape
- Passion for social and economic equity
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
- Strong communication and student engagement skills
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work across teams
- Familiarity with LMS and digital academic tools (preferred)
What You’ll Gain
✨ Work with leading public policy experts and thought leaders
✨ Hands-on experience in teaching, research, and academic operations
✨ Opportunity to contribute to impactful policy research
✨ Exposure to experiential learning and action-based teaching
✨ Professional development in academic coordination, mentoring, and course delivery
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