Director- Strategic Initiatives

Job Description

Job Title: Director - Industry Integration Location: Greater Noida Job Summary: The Director - Industry Integration will foster strategic partnerships between Sharda University and industry leaders to drive innovation, research, and education. This role will facilitate collaboration, secure funding, and develop programs that benefit both the university and industry partners. Key Responsibilities: 1. Foster relationships with senior executives, researchers, and educators in industry to identify opportunities for collaboration. 2. Facilitate partnerships between faculty, students, and industry professionals to drive innovation, entrepreneurship, and knowledge transfer. 3. Develop and manage programs to support industry-academia collaboration, including internships, fellowships, and research projects. 4. Develop and maintain metrics to measure the success and impact of industry partnerships. 5. Represent the university in industry conferences, events, and meetings to promote partnerships and collaboration. 6. Bring industry projects for faculty and students. 7. Facilitate student internships, apprenticeships, and paid internships. 8. Invite industry experts for guest lectures, workshops, and seminars. 9. Facilitate AI-based automation and innovation initiatives. Requirements: 1. Bachelors degree in IT/CSE . 2. At least 20 years of experience in industry-academia partnerships, business development, or a related field. 3. Proven track record of securing funding, developing partnerships, and driving innovation. 4. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and project management skills. 5. Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including faculty, students, industry executives, and government officials. Preferred Qualifications: 1. Experience working in a university or research institution. 2. Knowledge of industry trends, research areas, and funding opportunities. 3. Experience with program development, management, and evaluation. What We Offer: 1. Competitive salary and benefits package. 2. Opportunity to work with a leading research institution and industry partners. 3. Collaborative and dynamic work environment. 4. Professional development and growth opportunities.