Director – AI & Data Science Recruitment 2026 | NAMTECH, Gandhinagar / Ahmedabad
NAMTECH (New Age Makers Institute of Technology) invites applications for Director – AI & Data Science position 2026 in Gandhinagar/Ahmedabad. Senior academic leadership role focused on industry-integrated AI education and applied research.
Date Posted: 17 January 2026
Organization: NAMTECH (New Age Makers Institute of Technology)
About the Institution
NAMTECH (New Age Makers Institute of Technology) is a pioneering institute dedicated to industry-integrated engineering education. The institute focuses on experiential learning, applied research, innovation, and strong industry–academia collaboration, particularly aligned with mobility, transportation, manufacturing, and advanced technology sectors.
Role Overview
The Director – AI & Data Science will serve as the founding academic and institutional leader of NAMTECH’s AI & Data Science program. The role involves building and scaling a technology-led, industry-integrated AI and data science ecosystem across undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and executive education programs.
AI & Data Science is envisioned as a core enabler across NAMTECH’s engineering and manufacturing programs, embedding artificial intelligence, data-driven decision-making, and digital intelligence throughout the institution.
Key Responsibilities
Academic & Institutional Leadership
Provide academic and strategic leadership for AI & Data Science across NAMTECH programs
Position the AI & Data Science program as industry-facing, practice-oriented, and research-enabled
Align program goals with institutional strategy and Director General’s vision
Contribute to governance, accreditation readiness, academic policies, and quality frameworks
Develop national and international academic collaborations
Program & Curriculum Excellence
Lead curriculum design and continuous enhancement in:
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Data Science, Data Engineering & Advanced Analytics
Deep Learning, Generative AI & Intelligent Systems
AI Systems, MLOps & Scalable Architectures
Responsible AI, Data Governance & Ethics
Ensure alignment with manufacturing, mobility, industrial AI, and smart systems
Promote experiential and project-based learning with industry participation
Industry & Applied Innovation
Build partnerships with AI firms, manufacturing companies, startups, and research institutions
Enable internships, live projects, industry immersions, and executive education programs
Drive applied research, AI solution development, and technology commercialization
Establish industry-sponsored labs, centers of excellence, and innovation hubs
Foster entrepreneurship and interdisciplinary collaboration
Faculty & Operational Leadership
Recruit, mentor, and lead faculty and researchers in AI & Data Science
Encourage interdisciplinary work across engineering and technology domains
Oversee budgeting, infrastructure, and digital technology resources
Support strong student outcomes, career readiness, and research exposure
Qualifications & Experience
Ph.D. from a reputed national or global university in:
Computer Science
Artificial Intelligence
Data Science
Information Systems
Electrical Engineering (AI-focused) or related disciplines
20+ years of combined experience in academia, research, and/or industry
Senior leadership experience as Dean / Director / School Head / Center Head or equivalent
Strong understanding of AI-driven enterprises, digital transformation, and industrial AI applications
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates may apply by sending their application via email.
Apply Email: Dhara.shah@namtech.ac
Job Location: Gandhinagar / Ahmedabad, Gujarat