Associate Professor / Professor – Head of Economics- University of Aberdeen, Mumbai Campus

Associate Professor / Professor – Head of Economics- University of Aberdeen, Mumbai Campus  

University of Aberdeen Mumbai Campus Governance and Leadership Structure

The University of Aberdeen Mumbai Campus operates as University of Aberdeen Mumbai Campus Private Limited, a joint venture between the University of Aberdeen and its India-based partner. The Academic Provost will play a pivotal role in establishing and leading the senior academic management team at the Mumbai Campus, working closely with the Chief Business Officer (CBO) to ensure strategic alignment and preparations for the Mumbai Campus launch in August 2026.

All academic staff at the University of Aberdeen Mumbai Campus will report directly to the Academic Provost, who serves as the line manager for all academic posts. The Academic Provost provides academic leadership and ensures alignment with the University of Aberdeen’s standards and strategic objectives. 

Governance: The UOA Mumbai Campus will have a three-tier governance model: a Strategic Board for high-level oversight, a Management Committee for daily campus management, and three Working Groups—Academic, Operations, and Finance—to ensure academic quality, operational efficiency, and financial accountability. 

Introduction

Founded in 1495, the University of Aberdeen is the third oldest in Scotland and the 5th oldest in the English-speaking world. Our foundational purpose, reaffirmed in our Aberdeen 2040 strategy, is to be “Open to all and dedicated to the pursuit of truth in the service of others”. Aberdeen 2040 shapes our identity through four strategic themes: Inclusive, Interdisciplinary, International, and Sustainable. These principles guide our teaching, research, and partnerships, ensuring we deliver impact locally and globally. Through research, teaching, and partnerships, we tackle five global interdisciplinary challenges—Health, Nutrition and Wellbeing; Social Inclusion and Cultural Diversity; Energy Transition; Data and Artificial Intelligence; and Environment and Biodiversity—delivering impact locally and globally. We are ranked Top 20 in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2026), among the Top 250 globally (QS and Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025), 18th worldwide for International Outlook (THE 2025), and 26th in the UK for International Research (QS 2026).

The campus will offer programmes in Computing Science, Data Science, Business Management and Economics.

Collaboration and Quality Assurance

Academic staff will:

• Collaborate with the Academic Provost, Heads of Schools in Aberdeen, Aberdeen-based Programme Directors and Committees to ensure programme alignment, quality assurance and academic integrity
• Engage with the University of Aberdeen’s Academic Services and Global Engagement, Marketing and Recruitment (GEMR) teams for quality assurance, governance and compliance.
• Support the implementation of academic structures and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Aberdeen Campus Academic Governance: At the University of Aberdeen, academic governance is structured around the University Court and the Senatus Academicus (Senate). The Court oversees strategic direction, finances, and legal responsibilities, while the Senate governs teaching, research, academic standards, and degree conferral. Supporting these core bodies, the Quality Assurance Committee (QAC) ensures the quality and enhancement of teaching and learning through rigorous oversight. The Programme Management Committee (PMC) manages academic programme development and changes, ensuring alignment with institutional strategy and regulatory compliance.

Job Description

We are seeking to appoint a Professor or Associate Professor to serve as both a senior academic and Economics Lead at the University of Aberdeen’s Mumbai campus. Reporting to the Provost, the appointee will provide academic leadership within the department, participate in the School Executive Group, and help define the strategic direction of the Economics discipline.

Key areas of focus include delivering high-quality teaching, mentoring early-career faculty, leading curriculum development, and fostering research and external partnerships. The role also involves expanding interdisciplinary collaborations, enhancing student engagement, and supporting transnational education opportunities. The Economics Lead will work closely with Directors of Undergraduate and Postgraduate Programs and may contribute to related fields such as Finance, Business Management, and International Development.

Key Responsibilities:

·    Provide academic and strategic leadership for the Economics programme, including faculty line management, performance evaluation, and contributing to university-wide strategic initiatives.

·   Lead the design, delivery, assessment, and continuous development of undergraduate and postgraduate Economics programmes,ensuring academic excellence, relevance, and alignment with employability and internationalisation goals.

·      Oversee the faculty and daily delivery of Economics courses, maintaining distinctiveness and attractiveness for students and employers, and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

·       Promote innovative and research-informed teaching, learning, assessment, and feedback practices across the programme.

·       Supervise student assessments, dissertations, and projects, maintaining high academic standards and providing mentorship.

·       Drive and support a vibrant research agenda aligned with departmental and university goals, including seeking external funding and developing partnerships with academic and policy stakeholders.

·     Ensure adherence to institutional and regulatory quality assurance frameworks, actively participating in quality enhancement activities.

·    Foster a collaborative and inclusive academic environment, contributing to governance, committee work, and professional development initiatives.

·       Uphold university policies, including data protection, health and safety, and ethical research conduct.

Candidate Background:

·       Ph.D. in Economics, or a closely related field, with significant years of academic and/or industry experience, including significant contributions to teaching, curriculum development, and leadership.

·   Demonstrated excellence in designing and delivering high-quality, research-informed teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

·       Proven track record in academic leadership, including staff mentoring, performance management, and strategic planning.

·       Strong background in curriculum development and programme design, ensuring alignment with academic, industry, and global standards.

·   Actively engaged in pedagogical research or professional networks, with a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement in teaching and learning.

Application Deadline: February 16, 2026

Required Documents:

• CV (Curriculum Vitae)
• Cover Letter (outlining your interest in the role)
• Statement of Research and Teaching plans for the next three years.

For any queries related to your application, email at careers@daskalos.com.