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LEAD - Innovation and Development
Kumaraguru College of TechnologyKolkata, IN12 hours ago
Job descriptionWork closely with field teams, engineers, and domain experts to turn validated problems into implementable prototypes and pilots . Support testing, iteration, and scaling of solutions. Map opportunities for funding, incubation, or commercialization of validated ideas. Contribute to vision-building and system design for the next phase of REACT. Develop frameworks, processes, and operational models for efficient project delivery. Shape cross-theme strategies (e.g., Tech for Farmers, HealthTech, Sustainable Infrastructure). Build and manage strong relationships with industry partners, NGOs, and experts . Facilitate collaborations for field immersion, mentorship, and solution validation. Represent REACT in institutional, corporate, and global innovation forums. Lead execution of events, showcases, and campaigns to highlight REACT’s impact. Coordinate with communications teams for digital storytelling and outreach. Ensure every event and publication aligns with the REACT brand and mission. Innovation ecosystems, startup incubators, R&D programs, or social impact initiatives Project lifecycle management — from concept to field implementation Building cross-sector partnerships (education–industry–community) Managing technical or interdisciplinary teams Strong understanding of engineering or science-based projects and social systems Proven ability to translate field challenges into practical, scalable solutions Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills Financial and operational management capability Self-driven, systems thinker who can work independently and build from scratch B.E. / B.Tech in Engineering, or M.Sc in Science, Sustainability, or Environment M.Des / M.Tech / MBA / MPP / MS in Innovation, Design, or Development fields preferred Interdisciplinary profiles — tech + social + management — strongly encouraged Exceptional self-taught or startup ecosystem professionals may also apply Lead one of India’s most progressive education–innovation ecosystems. Work directly with real-world problems and real communities . Build a national model for field-based learning and social innovation . Shape projects that move from campus to impact.
About the job
Kumaraguru College of Technology is seeking a REACT Innovation and Development Lead to drive the end-to-end growth of REACT (Real-world Experience & Application through Collaborative Transformation) — our flagship field-based education and social innovation program .
In this role, you’ll lead the journey from on-ground problem discovery to scalable solutions , building strong systems, partnerships, and impact pathways .
You’ll work across education, industry, and community spaces to make REACT a living model of experiential, system-driven learning.
Key Responsibilities
Program & Project Operations
- Lead the full REACT lifecycle : Pre-selection → Selection → Onboarding → Field Immersion → Problem Validation → Solution Development → Implementation.
- Coordinate between students, mentors, and partner organizations to ensure seamless execution.
- Maintain detailed documentation, dashboards, and progress tracking across all projects.
Innovation & Solution Development
Strategic Planning & REACT Growth
Partnerships & Ecosystem Development
Events, Communication & Visibility
Ideal Candidate Profile
Experience (3–8 years) in :
You Bring :
Educational Background
Why Join
#Innovation #Development #REACT #SocialImpact #Education #Engineering #SystemsThinking #Hiring #CoimbatoreJobs
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