Senior Leadership Role - Technical Textiles

Experience:
- Minimum 25 years of experience in IITs or equivalent reputed institutes/universities/research organizations in the textile field.
Extensive experience in:
- Technical textiles and advanced textile materials
- Research & Development activities
- Institutional leadership and administration
- Industry collaboration and consultancy
- Academic/research project management

- Policy formulation and strategic planning
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership for research, innovation, and institutional development in the area of technical textiles.
- Lead and mentor multidisciplinary research teams and faculty/scientists.
- Develop and strengthen collaborations with industry, academia, government bodies, and international organizations.
- Drive sponsored research projects, technology transfer, and commercialization initiatives.
- Support the Director in institutional planning, operations, and growth initiatives.
- Promote innovation, patents, publications, and advanced research activities.
- Guide skill development, training, and capacity-building programs in emerging textile technologies.
- Represent the organization at national and international forums, conferences, and industry interactions.
Desired Skills & Competencies:
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
- Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proven track record of handling large-scale projects and institutional responsibilities.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Exposure to government-funded projects and textile policy initiatives will be preferred.