Azim Premji University - Azim Premji Foundation

Azim Premji UniversityAzim Premji UniversityAzim Premji Foundation believes in the power of education to create social change.The Foundation has worked for almost ten years contributing to improve the qualityof education mostly in rural India. Our understanding and our strategy is stronglyanchored in our experience.Two of our key focus areas are to:• Prepare a large number of committed education and development professionalswho can significantly contribute to meeting the needs of the country• Build new knowledge in the areas of education and development throughestablishing a very strong link between theory and practiceAs a critical component of the Foundation’s strategy, Azim Premji University (beingestablished under Government of Karnataka’s Azim Premji University Act, 2010) willbe an institution for learning and research in Education and other Developmentdomains. It aims to develop education and development professionals committed tosocial change. They will work closely with all the Foundation’s other education anddevelopment programs to significantly strengthen the connection between theoryand practice. The University will offer an exciting team environment with a focus onresearch and breakthrough inter-disciplinary work.The objectives of Azim Premji University are to:1. Develop outstanding, creative and socially committed professionals for theeducation and development sectors in India.2. Significantly invest in fundamental, applied and action research to expand thefrontiers of knowledge in education and development and continuouslystretch the boundaries of our thought and action.3. Contribute to strengthening existing professionals by creating high qualitycontinuing education programmes and learning content.4. Significantly impact practice in the areas of education and development inthe country.Positions – July 2010 Page 1

Azim Premji University5. Serve as a national education and development resource centre.6. Present an authentic alternative voice for educational and social change inIndia.Azim Premji University invites applications for leadership, faculty andadministrative positions for our graduate and post graduate programs,research and continuing education programsFor all these positions, a deep understanding of the Indian context as well as afamiliarity with global standards and best practices is essential. We would like ourleaders, faculty and administrators to value teaching, research and practice with anorientation towards working with the disadvantaged and a commitment toprofessional excellence.Positions – July 2010 Page 2

Azim Premji UniversityI. Faculty1. Positions - Deans, Professors, Associate Professors and Assistant Professors2. Areas of Specializationi. Educationa. Education (general)b. Teacher Educationc. Educational Psychology, Developmental Psychology, CognitivePsychologyd. Sociology, Social Anthropologye. Education Philosophyf. Pedagogy of Language, Psycho-linguistics, Socio-linguisticsg. Pedagogy of Science and Mathematicsh. Pedagogy of Social Sciences and Environmental Studiesi. Education Leadership and Managementj. Education Technologyk. Economics of Educationl. Research Methodologyii.Developmenta. Development Economicsb. Social Anthropologyc. Social Researchd. Healthe. Governancef. Livelihoodsg. Environment and EcologyPositions – July 2010 Page 3

Azim Premji University3. Qualifications, Experience & AttributesBoth academicians and practitioners with significant experience in any of the aboveareas are invited to apply. Those who have just completed/are completing their M.Phil. /Ph.D. degrees are also invited to apply for entry level positions.i. Deans/ Professors/ Associate Professorsa. Ph.D. or Ed.D./Outstanding practitioners with strong record of publicationsb. Good teaching record of between eight and ten yearsc. Established record of researchd. Excellent communication abilitiese. Value orientation with commitment to equityf. Proven administrative/leadership capabilitiesg. Strong referencesh. Proficiency in Kannada/Hindi/other Indian languageii.Assistant Professorsa. Ph.D./Ed.D./NET qualifiedb. Good teaching record of at least up to four yearsc. Good analytical/conceptual skillsd. Strong referencese. Proficiency in Kannada/Hindi/other Indian language4. ResponsibilitiesFaculty members will have a variety of exciting opportunities to:i. Develop academic programs and courses independentlyii.iii.iv.Teach at the graduate and post-graduate levelsConduct research related to a range of subjects in education anddevelopmentMentor students and guide them through field experiencePositions – July 2010 Page 4

Azim Premji Universityv. Enhance scholarly achievement through research publications andpresentationsvi.vii.viii.Participate as faculty in continuing education/professional developmentprogramsMaintain strong links with and influence practice through Azim PremjiFoundation’s workParticipate in scholarly activities, committees and community serviceCompensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience5. Application ProcessWe request you to provide us the following documents:i. Covering letter indicating the position, subject area of your interest andprofessional statement of purposeii.iii.iv.Curriculum VitaeThree samples of scholarship (articles, chapters, books or any other)Names, addresses or mail ids and designations of three refereesv. Filled-out Information Summary Sheet available athttp://azimpremjifoundation.org/downloads/Information-Summary-Sheet.docPlease send in the above documents to The Coordinator, Azim PremjiUniversityi. By e-mail to facultypositions@azimpremjifoundation.orgii.By post to Azim Premji Foundation; Near Wipro Corporate Office;Sarjapur Road; Bangalore - 560 035; KarnatakaApplication Deadline: Open until positions are filledReview of applications will begin as they are receivedPositions – July 2010 Page 5

Azim Premji UniversityII.Leaders and Administrators1. Position - Registrar2. Experience & Attributesi. Experience of having led a large, complex knowledge organizationii.iii.iv.Proven ability to provide vision and leadership for the University in academic,administrative & advocacy areas towards achievement of objectivesAbility to establish global networks, partnerships and alliances to achieveacademic and resource excellencePassion for and commitment to education excellencev. Openness to global ideas and willingness to learnvi.vii.viii.ix.Outstanding people leadership skillsStature to attract talent, resources and partnershipsInitiative and driveAbility to question the status-quo and set new trendsx. Commitment to equity and widening access to quality knowledge3. Positions - Deputy Registrarsi. Deputy Registrar (Finance) i.e. Finance Officerii.iii.iv.Deputy Registrar (Student Affairs)Deputy Registrar (People - Talent acquisition, development and motivation)Deputy Registrar (Admissions and Placement)v. Deputy Registrar (Administration - Facilities)vi.Deputy Registrar (Administration – Library and Information Resources)4. Experience & Attributesi. Relevant professional qualification ( preferably postgraduate)Positions – July 2010 Page 6

Azim Premji Universityii.iii.iv.Extensive experience in the management of specific administrative unitslisted above.Analytical, evaluative and innovative skills with experience in themanagement and implementation of changeExtensive experience in developing appropriate linkages between policyformulation and administrative implementationv. Proven expertise in the management of significant human, financial andphysical resourcesvi.vii.viii.ix.Demonstrated ability to effectively motivate and lead teams to obtain highquality outcomesHigh-level interpersonal and representational skillsUnderstanding of implications of current issues in tertiary education and aconsiderable capacity for developing effective institutional responsesGood understanding of Indian and global best practices in educationaladministrationx. Commitment to equity and widening access to education5. General ResponsibilitiesLeaders and administrators will have a variety of exciting opportunities to:i. Explore innovative ways to design and run an organization that challengesthe status quo in the interest of equityii.iii.Work as a team to create a learning environment for academicians of allpersuasions to explore inter and multidisciplinary approaches to knowledge ofrelevance to India’s development challengeHave full resource backup to experiment with new approaches to peopledevelopment and motivationiv. Enjoy financial independence and employ resourcefulness in sourcing ideas,partnerships and people needed to realize an unconventional dreamv. Hone their specific professional skills to be cutting edge change agents inUniversities globallyPositions – July 2010 Page 7

Azim Premji University6. Specific ResponsibilitiesThe Registrar will be responsible for overall academic administration, policydevelopment and secretariat services. He/she will manage Deputy Registrarsspecifically tasked with Finance, Student Affairs, People, Admissions and Placementand Administration. He/she will explore innovative ways to give direction to studentlife-cycle management. The Registrar will ensure the appropriate use of resourcesand maintain and improve communication, operational and strategic activitieswithin Student and Academic Services. He/she will be the Secretary to the Board ofGovernors and Board of Management.Responsibilities of the Registrar’s position will be to:i. Provide executive support and assistance to the Vice Chancellor in developingoperational plans to deliver services efficiently and effectivelyii.iii.iv.Provide executive support and assistance to the Vice Chancellor, Board ofGovernors, Board of Management in the operation of the Board, the conductof Board of Governors, and the flow of items between committees andbetween Academic Board and University CouncilProvide leadership in the development of academic policy as well as itsdissemination and implementationExercise administrative oversight of the University’s course structure andcourse development framework.v. Contribute to the strategic direction of the University’s student supportservices and its operational plans to improve and enhance the total studentexperience.vi.vii.viii.ix.Perform the role of custodian of key student systems, including the StudentManagement System.Formulate, manage and control the planning and implementation of theoperational plans for the areaEstablish and maintain effective communication relationships across theUniversity, delivering quality information and feedback as required.Keep up to date with relevant higher education issues and research andprepare papers on current issuesCompensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experiencePositions – July 2010 Page 8

Azim Premji University7. Application ProcessWe request you to provide us the following documents:i. Covering letter indicating the position and area of your interestii.iii.iv.Curriculum VitaeStatement of purpose as to how you could contribute to the success of theUniversityA reflective essay on how you brought about change in your area ofwork/organizationv. Names; addresses or mail ids and designations of three refereesvi.Filled-out Information Summary Sheet available athttp://azimpremjifoundation.org/downloads/Information-Summary-Sheet.docPlease send in the above documents to The Coordinator, Azim PremjiUniversityi. By e-mail to adminpositions@azimpremjifoundation.orgii.By post to Azim Premji Foundation; Near Wipro CorporateOffice; Sarjapur Road; Bangalore - 560 035; KarnatakaApplication Deadline: Open until positions are filledReview of applications will begin as they are received.Positions – July 2010 Page 9