Associate Dean - Ranking & Rating

Job Description

Job Title: Associate Dean Ranking & Rating Location: Bengaluru North, Karnataka, India Employment Type: Full-time | Senior Academic Leadership Role About the Role: This is a pivotal academic leadership position responsible for elevating the institution’s national and international standing through strategic management of rankings, ratings, and accreditations. The Associate Dean – Ranking & Rating will develop and execute data-driven strategies to enhance institutional performance across academic, research, innovation, and industry engagement parameters. The role involves cross-functional collaboration with academic, research, administrative, and outreach units to deliver measurable improvements in institutional visibility and reputation. The ideal candidate will possess subject-specific and technical expertise, a deep understanding of higher education quality metrics, and a robust academic and research background with demonstrated leadership capabilities. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to improve institutional rankings and ratings (NIRF, NAAC, QS, THE, ARIIA, etc.). Identify relevant ranking bodies and analyze their methodologies to align institutional goals accordingly. Collaborate with faculty, research centers, and departments to collect, validate, and submit accurate and timely data for ranking and rating processes. Analyze institutional performance data to identify strengths, address gaps, and monitor improvements. Drive initiatives to enhance academic quality, research output, and innovation. Lead preparation and submission of reports for accreditations, rankings, and quality audits. Foster a culture of evidence-based decision-making and continuous quality enhancement. Strengthen industry-academia linkages through live projects, consulting assignments, and research collaborations. Support internationalization efforts through partnerships, global academic exposure, and participation in ranking-related forums. Work closely with marketing and communication teams to effectively showcase achievements and improvements. Liaise with external agencies, peers, and networks to stay abreast of ranking developments and best practices. Key Qualifications and Experience: PhD in a relevant discipline from a reputed national or international institution. Minimum of 10 years of cumulative academic experience, including significant roles in strategic planning, research administration, or academic quality assurance. Proven teaching experience at recognized universities or institutions. Demonstrated academic excellence with a strong record of peer-reviewed research publications and conference presentations. Successful experience in guiding research scholars (PhD/Master’s level). Experience in securing and managing research grants, with successful project delivery. Deep understanding of ranking and accreditation frameworks, and ability to interpret and leverage quality metrics for institutional advancement. Significant industry engagement through consulting projects, professional networks, and applied research. International exposure through global initiatives, collaborations, or visiting positions. Expertise in data analysis, visualization, and reporting to support strategic academic decisions. Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams. Demonstrated capability to drive innovation, research culture, and bridge the gap between academia and industry.