New Age Makers Institute of Technology Wanted Director – School of Management
NAMTECH Gandhinagar invites applications for Director – School of Management. PhD with 20 years experience required. Leadership role in technology-embedded management education.
Post Date: February 12, 2026
Organization: NAMTECH – New Age Makers Institute of Technology
About NAMTECH
NAMTECH (New Age Makers Institute of Technology) is a next-generation institute focused on industry-integrated engineering and technology education. The institute emphasizes experiential learning, applied innovation, and deep Industry–Academia collaboration to develop future-ready talent for emerging domains across manufacturing, mobility, sustainability, and advanced technologies.
Role Overview
The Director – School of Management will lead NAMTECH’s Management School, which provides management education embedded within engineering, manufacturing, and technology-led programs.
The role focuses on building a practice-oriented and industry-aligned management ecosystem that supports NAMTECH’s technology schools by integrating management, leadership, analytics, and business decision-making capabilities into undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive programs.
Key Responsibilities
Academic & Institutional Leadership
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Provide academic leadership for management education across NAMTECH’s technology and manufacturing-focused programs
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Shape the positioning of the School of Management as a technology-embedded, industry-facing management school
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Align school priorities with the institutional roadmap and Director General’s academic vision
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Support international collaborations and academic partnerships relevant to technology-driven management education
Program & Curriculum Excellence
Oversee the design and delivery of management programs and modules across:
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Operations & Manufacturing Management
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Technology & Innovation Management
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Business Analytics & Data-driven Decision Making
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Finance, Marketing, HR, and Strategy (applied context)
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Ensure curriculum relevance aligned with industrial manufacturing, digital transformation, and technology-led enterprises
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Promote experiential learning, case-based teaching, simulations, and industry-led instruction
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Ensure academic quality, assessment rigor, and accreditation readiness
Industry and Applied Innovation
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Build strong partnerships with manufacturing firms, technology companies, consulting organizations, and industry bodies
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Enable internships, live projects, industry immersions, and executive education programs
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Drive applied research, consulting, and industry problem-solving aligned with NAMTECH’s focus sectors
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Foster entrepreneurship, incubation, and innovation initiatives in collaboration with technology schools
Faculty and Operational Leadership
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Lead recruitment, mentoring, development, and performance management of management faculty
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Build interdisciplinary faculty collaboration with engineering and technology schools
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Oversee budgets, resource allocation, and operational effectiveness of the School
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Support student outcomes through strong academic advising, career pathways, and industry exposure
Qualifications and Experience
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PhD in Management, Business Administration, Operations, Strategy, Analytics, Economics, or related disciplines
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Minimum 20 years of experience across academia and/or industry with senior leadership exposure
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Strong understanding of manufacturing-led organizations, technology businesses, and digital transformation
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Proven experience in academic leadership, program building, institutional development, or executive education
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Demonstrated ability to engage deeply with industry and applied learning environments
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates are requested to send their detailed CV and supporting documents to:
