"Associate Director, G-SCALE (Innovation and Development)"

Join a University Committed to Excellence and Innovation

Galgotias University, located in Greater Noida (Delhi NCR), is one of India’s fastest-growing private universities, recognised for its unwavering commitment to academic excellence, research innovation and global engagement. The University is seeking an outstanding leader to serve as its Associate Director, G-SCALE (Innovation and Development), a role that is central to shaping the future of innovation and career readiness across the institution.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Associate Director, G-Scale (Innovation & Development) is a crucial role in driving and fostering a culture of innovation and promoting development in teaching, learning and collaborations towards quality global education. It encompasses the alignment of efforts between university goals, global trends and development and strong principles in quality teaching and learning to create key education opportunities and offerings in the University’s drive towards a global leader in higher education.

Key Areas of Responsibility Include

• Fostering and enabling innovation in the University ecosystem
• Establishing partnerships and collaboration with stakeholders to creating a conducive environment for all
• Creating opportunities and pathways for growth and development in alignment with university goals
• Raise the reputation and standing of the University as a global education leader

Why Join Galgotias?

This is an opportunity to lead innovation and development initiatives at a university poised for global recognition. This role will work alongside a committed leadership team, an energetic faculty and a rapidly growing student community. The University offers a collegial environment, access to cutting-edge academic infrastructure and the chance to shape high-impact educational reforms. Professional development, executive-level support and visibility in national and international academic forums are part of this strategic role.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 10–15 years of progressively responsible experience in international higher education, with substantial time spent leading or coordinating university initiatives and educational strategies, including large-scale global partnerships, transnational academic initiatives within a complex, multi-disciplinary university environment.
• Proven record of developing and implementing strategic frameworks for institutional management, strategic partnerships and attaining success in academic initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience advising senior leadership and contributing to governance structures that support internationalisation, faculty development, education innovation, and institutional development.

Desirable

• Strong knowledge of higher education institutional management, pedagogy and faculty development to enhance academic quality and teaching excellence.
• Skilled in communicating and coordinating ideas and translating them into impactful design and learning experiences to support stakeholder engagement and success.

International Applicants

Applications from experienced international candidates are strongly welcomed. Galgotias University provides full support for employment visa processing, relocation logistics, and onboarding. English is the primary language of instruction and institutional communication. While knowledge of Indian higher education systems is an advantage, it is not a prerequisite, structured orientation and ongoing institutional support will be provided.

Appointment Terms

This is a full-time executive leadership position based in Greater Noida. The initial term of appointment is for three to five years, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and strategic alignment. Remuneration will be competitive and aligned with international benchmarks.

To Express Interest

For confidential enquiries or to submit an expression of interest, please contact the Human Resource Department at Galgotias University.