Academic Associate Recruitment 2026 at SPJIMR Mumbai – PGDPM Programme
SPJIMR Mumbai Academic Associate Recruitment 2026 for the PGDPM programme. Explore responsibilities in curriculum, research, assessments, academic coordination and programme administration.
Post Date: 7 September 2026
Organization: S. P. Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR), Mumbai
About SPJIMR
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s S. P. Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR) is a leading management institution in Mumbai offering management education, executive programmes and specialised programmes focused on business, leadership, development management and societal impact.
About the PGDPM Programme
The Post Graduate Diploma in Development Management (PGDPM) is a 12-month modular and part-time programme designed for professionals working in or aspiring to work in the social and development sectors.
The programme caters to professionals associated with:
- NGOs and foundations
- Corporate CSR functions
- Social policy and welfare departments
- Government organisations
- Social enterprises
The programme seeks to strengthen the capabilities of development-sector professionals and organisations while contributing towards a more inclusive and sustainable society.
SPJIMR Academic Associate Recruitment 2026
SPJIMR invites applications for the position of Academic Associate for the PGDPM programme. The selected candidate will support the Programme Chairperson and Programme Office in academic coordination, curriculum development, research, assessment, programme evaluation and administration.
Position Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | Academic Associate |
| Programme | PGDPM |
| Full Form | Post Graduate Diploma in Development Management |
| Employment Type | Regular / Full-Time |
| Location | SPJIMR Campus, Mumbai |
| Reporting To | Programme Manager – PGDPM |
| Application Deadline | Not specified |
Key Responsibilities
The Academic Associate will support the successful design, implementation and scaling of the PGDPM programme and other short-term programmes.
Responsibilities include:
- Designing and revising courses and the overall curriculum.
- Coordinating with stakeholders regarding curriculum and academic requirements.
- Searching for and compiling relevant literature and study materials.
- Identifying books, articles, case studies and audio-visual resources.
- Supporting development and social-sector related courses.
- Assisting with research activities.
- Supporting the preparation of case studies, teaching notes, articles and academic materials.
- Supporting programme evaluation and impact assessment.
- Contributing to the visibility and outreach of PGDPM and short-term programmes.
- Planning student assessments, including examinations, quizzes, assignments and projects.
- Conducting examinations and calculating grades.
- Preparing grade sheets and certificates.
- Coordinating with the Registrar and Examinations Department on academic and examination-related matters.
Work Schedule
Since the PGDPM programme follows a modular and part-time format, the Academic Associate should be comfortable with occasional schedule flexibility.
The role may require support during:
- Weekday evening sessions.
- Weekend sessions.
- Examinations and assessments.
- Student and faculty support activities.
- Approximately six contact periods of around two weeks each.
Candidates should therefore be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends when programme requirements demand it.
Preferred Candidate Profile
The role is suited to candidates with an interest or experience in:
- Academic programme management.
- Curriculum development.
- Research and academic writing.
- Student assessment.
- Programme evaluation.
- Development and social-sector education.
- Faculty and student coordination.
- Academic and examination administration.
Candidates should be versatile, adaptable and capable of handling both academic and programme-management responsibilities.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply through the recruitment procedure prescribed by SPJIMR for the Academic Associate – PGDPM position.
Applicants should keep the following information/documents ready:
- Updated CV / Resume.
- Educational qualification details.
- Relevant academic or research experience.
- Supporting documents.
- Other information required by SPJIMR.
Application Deadline: Not visible in the provided job description.
Candidates are advised to check the official SPJIMR recruitment information for the current application process and deadline.
Job Location
SPJIMR Campus, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India