Program Director - Data Science || Edtech based in Delhi

About Our Client

The client is a fast-growing, well-funded Edtech venture offering premium, immersive learning in emerging and advanced tech domains. They offer live, instructor-led online courses in advanced tech areas-AI, ML, Data Science, Future Tech (, Extended Reality, Gaming & E-sports), Finance / FinTech, UX / UI-alongside enterprise training via B2B, B2I, and B2G verticals.

Job Description

The client is seeking a dynamic and experienced academic leader to head their Data Science vertical. The Program Director / Senior Faculty - Data Science will be responsible for driving the overall curriculum design, teaching methodology, and academic strategy for the discipline. This role involves direct oversight of the faculty team, ensuring academic rigor, high-quality content delivery, and learner engagement. The incumbent will be the overall owner of the Data Science vertical - accountable for its academic direction, learner success, and alignment with industry requirements.

The Successful Applicant

The candidate should be highly qualified academic and industry professional, ideally holding a PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field from a Tier-1 institution (IITs, IIMs, ISI, or top global universities). They should bring strong experience in applied data science from leading corporate or consulting firms, combined with a proven track record in teaching-particularly with working professionals and executive education. Further, they demonstrate the ability to lead academic teams, design impactful learning experiences, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.