Director Research and Development, Innovation

13 hours ago

Gautam Buddha Nagar Uttar Pradesh India, Uttar Pradesh Accurate Group of Institutions Full time

Position Summary

The Director – Research and Development, Innovation (AI/ML) will lead the strategic vision, development, and execution of research and innovation initiatives in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and allied emerging technologies. The incumbent will be responsible for establishing a robust research ecosystem, driving institutional innovation, promoting interdisciplinary collaborations, and positioning Accurate Group of Institutions as a hub for technological advancement and applied research excellence.



Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership

  • Develop and implement a long-term roadmap for AI/ML-focused research and innovation.
  • Establish and manage the AI and Innovation Research Centre at the institution.
  • Promote a culture of research, innovation, and entrepreneurship among faculty and students.
  • Define research priorities aligned with national and global technology trends.



2. Research & Development

  • Identify, initiate, and oversee cutting-edge research projects in AI, ML, Data Science, and related fields.
  • Facilitate interdisciplinary research collaborations between departments.
  • Guide faculty and students in developing research proposals, publishing in reputed journals, and filing patents.
  • Manage sponsored and consultancy projects, ensuring quality outputs and deliverables.
  • Pursue national and international funding opportunities (DST, AICTE, MSME, DRDO, etc.).



3. Innovation & Industry Collaboration

  • Build partnerships with industry leaders, R&D organizations, and startups for collaborative projects, technology transfers, and internships.
  • Encourage innovation through hackathons, ideation challenges, and incubation programs.
  • Drive institutional participation in AI/ML-focused innovation forums, conferences, and exhibitions.
  • Establish frameworks for intellectual property management and commercialization of institutional research outputs.



4. Academic Integration & Capacity Building

  • Support curriculum enhancement by integrating AI/ML-based learning, certifications, and projects.
  • Organize workshops, FDPs, and training sessions to upskill faculty and students in emerging technologies.
  • Mentor research scholars and student innovators to undertake socially and industrially relevant AI/ML projects.
  • Collaborate with academic leadership to align R&D goals with institutional vision and accreditation requirements.



5. Administration & Reporting

  • Monitor progress and outcomes of ongoing research projects and innovation initiatives.
  • Prepare reports, proposals, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with institutional, regulatory, and ethical research standards.
  • Represent the institution at academic and industry forums, conferences, and policy dialogues.



Qualifications & Experience:

  • Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in AI/ML, research, innovation, or academic leadership roles.
  • Proven track record of publications, patents, funded projects, or product innovations in AI/ML.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading R&D initiatives, securing research funding, and managing cross-functional teams.
  • Strong industry-academia network and understanding of emerging AI/ML applications.



Skills & Competencies:

  • Expertise in AI/ML frameworks and technologies (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, etc.)
  • Strong research methodology and project management skills
  • Strategic vision with innovation-driven mindset
  • Excellent communication, mentoring, and leadership capabilities
  • Ability to foster collaborations and partnerships at national and international levels

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