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Posted 16 June, 2026

Vice Chancellor

Hiring Triangle pte ltd
Hyderabad, TG, IN Full Time
Reference: afb5ef951222de63

Job Description

Hiring Triangle, a leading recruitment agency in higher education, is seeking a visionary and accomplished Vice Chancellor to lead a prestigious private university through its next phase of academic excellence, institutional growth, and NEP 2020–aligned transformation. The Vice Chancellor will serve as the Chief Academic and Executive Officer of the University, responsible for strategic leadership, governance, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n1. Institutional Leadership & Strategy\nDefine and drive the university’s long-term vision, mission, and strategic roadmap in alignment with NEP 2020 and national higher education priorities.\nFoster excellence in teaching, research, innovation, skill development, and student outcomes.\nLead academic planning, program development, interdisciplinary initiatives, and international collaborations.\n2.

Governance, Compliance & Quality Assurance\nEnsure effective academic and administrative governance through statutory bodies such as the Board of Governors, Academic Council, and Executive Council.\nMaintain full compliance with UGC and other applicable regulatory authorities, including accreditation frameworks (NAAC/NBA).\nOversee transparent, ethical, and robust academic and examination systems, safeguarding institutional integrity.\n3. Digital Transformation & Systems Modernization\nChampion university-wide digital transformation across academics, examinations, records, and administration.\nEnable secure, tamper-proof digital credentials, including degrees, certificates, transcripts, and skill records aligned with NAD and ABC frameworks.\nPromote data-driven decision-making and institutional performance monitoring.\n4. Stakeholder Engagement & External Relations\nAct as the primary representative of the university with regulators, government bodies, industry partners, international institutions, alumni, and the public.\nStrengthen industry partnerships to enhance employability, research relevance, and skill-based education.\nBuild a strong institutional brand and reputation at national and global levels.\n5.

People Leadership & Institutional Development\nAttract, mentor, and retain high-quality faculty and senior leadership talent.\nPromote a culture of academic freedom, innovation, inclusivity, and continuous improvement.\nOversee leadership development, succession planning, and capacity building across the university.\n6. Financial & Resource Oversight\nWork with the governing board to ensure financial sustainability, resource optimization, and strategic investments.\nSupport fundraising, grants, partnerships, and revenue diversification initiatives.\n\nRequired Qualifications\nDistinguished academic credentials with a PhD and a strong record of scholarship, research, or academic leadership.\nMinimum 10–15 years of senior leadership experience as a Vice Chancellor, Pro Vice Chancellor, Dean, Director, or equivalent role in a university or reputed higher education institution.\nDeep understanding of Indian higher education regulations, governance structures, and NEP 2020 implementation.\nProven experience in institutional leadership, accreditation, regulatory engagement, and large-scale academic administration.\nStrong leadership presence with excellent communication, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills.\n\nBenefits and Application\nCompetitive executive compensation commensurate with experience.\nStrategic leadership role with high institutional impact.\nRelocation support and executive benefits, as applicable.

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