IIM Calcutta seeks to appoint a DIRECTOR to lead the institution

IIMC seeks to appoint a DIRECTOR to lead the institution in maintaining and extending its leadership edge among peers and building higher visibility globally through greater collaboration with academia and industry. The individual is expected to provide strong academic leadership so that the Institute is recognized for its excellence in management research and education; as a significant contributor to the "nation building effort" and the making of policy at the National level. The candidate should be a person with eminent academic credentials, with proven experience in academic administration, fund raising and institution building. Especially in light of the autonomy resulting from the IIM Act, the individual will also be responsible for fund raising and creating endowment. The candidate should have the capability of providing leadership to build on IIMC’s strong foundation and track record and take it to the next level in line with its mission and vision.

The applicant shall be a distinguished academic with Ph.D. or equivalent having relevant  teaching or research experience and shall have worked as a full Professor at a reputed institution for at least seven years preferably; or shall have industry experience at a higher level . The candidate shall be an Indian Citizen or an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI).  The appointment will be guided by the IIM Act 2017. The candidate appointed as Director shall hold office for the tenure of appointment on a contract basis for a period of 5 (five) years.

Those interested should send their CV to: SCSC-2021@iimcal.ac.in and also post/courier a copy to Chairperson, Search Cum Selection Committee, Indian Institute of Management Calcutta, Joka, Diamond Harbour Road, Kolkata 700104. All applications must reach the Search Cum Selection Committee, by email and regular mail on or before 30 April 2021.