Associate Dean

Job Title: Associate Dean –Academics - AI

Location: Dayananda Sagar University, Harohalli Campus

Reporting To: Vice Chancellor / Pro Vice Chancellor

Type: Full-Time | Strategic Academic Leadership Role

Experience Required: Minimum 15–20 years of academic experience in AI/ML with PHD, with at least 5–7 years in senior academic leadership roles (Dean, Associate Dean, Director, or Academic Head).

Role Purpose:

The Dean – Academics is a strategic leadership position responsible for architecting and driving the academic vision of the university in the context of the AI-driven, Agentic AI era. The role focuses on creating a multidisciplinary, talent-centered, and future-responsive academic framework that prepares students not just for employment, but for real-world agency, adaptability, and innovation. This includes personalized learning ecosystems, digitally powered delivery models, and curriculum aligned with emerging global challenges and industry evolution.

Educational Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in a relevant field (Engineering, Computer Science, Education Technology, or any allied discipline) from a recognized university.
• Exposure to AI, Data Science, Education Innovation, or Future Technologies through formal certification, executive programs, or postdoctoral work is highly desirable.
• Proven track record of curriculum design, outcome-based education, and multidisciplinary program development.
• Experience in setting up Centres of Excellence, launching industry-integrated programs, or driving ed-tech transformations.
• Technical & Strategic Skills Deep understanding of AI in education, including the use of tools like ChatGPT, GenAI platforms, learning analytics, adaptive assessments, and digital pedagogy.
• Hands-on experience with LMS, ERP, and education technology ecosystems for academic operations and content delivery.
• Knowledge of NEP-2020, SDGs, Viksit Bharat initiatives, and their implications for institutional academic strategy.

Strategic Objectives:

• Lead the Transition to an Agentic AI-Ready Campus Envision and implement curriculum frameworks and academic systems that prepare learners to thrive in an environment shaped by Agentic AI—where machines are not only tools but collaborative problem-solvers.
• Champion Multidisciplinary Learning Models Drive integration of engineering, healthcare, business, social sciences, and design disciplines into a unified, learner-centric academic architecture inspired by NEP-2020 and global trends.
• Design the Talent Discovery, Talent Accelerator Ecosystem : Institutionalize early student profiling and learning path creation by combining psychometrics, skill mapping, and AI tools—enabling outcome-focused, talent-first education.
• Integrate GPT and AI Co-Pilots in Education: Develop policies, pedagogy, and content delivery that actively use LLMs and AI agents like ChatGPT for co-creation, tutoring, research, and assessments—based on your own extensive use and experimentation with AI in academic leadership.
• Enable Curriculum Innovation and Personalization : Build modular, AI-first curricula that support micro-credentials, role-readiness courses, capstone projects, and RTD (Ready-to-Deploy) outcomes.
• Build Centres of Excellence for Emerging Tech Oversee the setup of multidisciplinary Centres of Excellence (CoEs) in AI, Genomics, Sustainability, Digital Health, etc., driving innovation and real-world research.
• Digital Academic Operations & Governance : Transform traditional academic workflows using LMS, ERP, analytics dashboards, and AI-based decision systems for real-time visibility and governance.
• Industry-Integrated, Role-Based Learning Design: Collaborate with industry bodies to design job-role-based learning journeys mapped to certifications, internships, dual mentorship, and talent pipelines.
• Elevate Faculty into Future Learning Architects Facilitate capacity-building for faculty to become AI-fluent mentors and learning designers who co-create knowledge with students using tools like GenAI.
• Thought Leadership & Knowledge Diplomacy Represent the university in national and international forums (COP, AI summits, NEP implementation panels) while publishing frameworks, models, and case studies on next-generation education models powered by AI and multidisciplinary thinking.
• Ideal Candidate Profile: 20+ years of experience in academia and/or education leadership, with proven contributions to curriculum design and digital transformation.
• Demonstrated understanding and active engagement with AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Microsoft Copilot , Claude , GenAI platforms, and LMS ecosystems.
• Visionary leader with a track record in establishing new-age programs and academic structures aligned to global trends and national imperatives (NEP-2020, Viksit Bharat, SDGs).
• Strong collaboration skills across disciplines, industry, regulatory bodies, and global academic networks.

This role allows you to scale that vision institutionally and become a thought leader in defining how education must evolve in the Agentic AI era—from "From "Classroom Instruction" to "Workforce Transformation."

Date: 23-07-2025

Dr. D. Premachandra Sagar

Pro Chancellor, DSU