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Location: IIT (BHU) Varanasi
Company: I-DAPT-HUB FOUNDATION
(A Section 8 – Not for Profit Company)

About the Company

  • To operate as a Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) for technology development and act as a nodal centre spearheading the activities in “Data Analytics and Predictive Technologies” and other related areas under Technology Incubation Hub (TIH) of National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber Physical Systems (NMICPS).
  • To organize, undertake, monitor, and promote programs under “Interdisciplinary Data Analytics and Predictive Technologies” mainly in five major domains: Communication, Transportation, Energy, Defence, and Healthcare and also other related areas for the development of new areas of research, technology development, innovation, professional education, entrepreneurship, brand building, technology commercialization and product management; for the dissemination and deployment of intellectual property; and for public outreach.
  • To create a platform for research and innovation in the area of “Interdisciplinary Data Analytics and Predictive Technologies” mainly in five major domains: Communication, Transportation, Energy, Defence, and Healthcare and also other related areas between IIT (BHU) Varanasi and
  • To incubate and nurture the translation of idea and innovations emerging from the scientific, technological and knowledge capital, to generate commercial and social impact and to contribute to the economic development and social well-being of the Region and Country by building the necessary infrastructure for creation and translation of technology to market readiness, by supporting adoption of it by existing ventures and creation of startup ventures, and by creating networks between academia, industry and financial institutions and other such assistance as
  • The company will be supported by the DST for five years, following which it should generate its own revenue to continue with its

Role of Portfolio Manager/Project Manager

As the newly formed Section-8 company, the Manager would manage / assist operational roles like – project management, business development, finance and startups. The job description is not exhaustive and the post holder may, from time to time, be required to undertake other related

duties. The manager will work in a team to achieve the end objectives of the hub. The company will have an office within IIT (BHU) Varanasi and will have staff strength of one CEO, around 5 managers and 10-15 other supporting staff (tentative number). Also a number of students will be part of the eco-system.

Responsibilities

  • Build relationships with all stakeholders (professors, researchers from other Institutes/universities and research organizations in India and abroad, start-up companies, industries, ).
  • Coordinate with PIs/Incharges of the projects and keeping records of the projects, preparation of reports, UC/SE
  • Coordinate reporting and documentation of executed meetings /programs/conferences and
  • Should be able to work with the staff to define mission, staff management, financial management, legal issues management, accountability, and
  • Work effectively to generate funds for the company in order to be self-sufficient as soon as
  • Engage with startup founders and stay updated on the progress of the start-ups on a regular
  • Stay updated on latest developments in the investor community and communicate the same with startups / team when
  • Event planning, co-ordination, and calendar management. End to end planning and execution of ’Investor Meets’ and ’Demo Days’.
  • Be involved in content creation (websites, blogs, articles, press releases, flyers, etc.) – prior experience of freelance writing will be given due
  • Direct the digital branding/marketing strategies that align with core goals of programs/initiatives at, including social media channels,
  • To assist the hub in various joint projects with IIT (BHU) and also external joint projects, monitor progress of these projects, and provide periodic reports to the Hub’s
  • Other related work assign time to time by the Board of

Qualification:

Top tier degree from leading Indian/Global Engineering and/or Business schools. Years of experience: At least 5 years of relevant experience will be preferred).

Requirement:

  • Prior experience in translational work of research into products in industry, association, and similar
  • Is a successful professional looking for a change in mind set-up in order to translate research into
  • Gravitas and commanding respect, ability to interact comfortably with eminent and senior professors, professionals, Industry, government, ministry and other
  • Strong technical/ management
  • Should be willing to travel extensively and his/her life situation should allow for
  • Skill of effective communication, organizational development and
  • Strong bias for

Note: Interested aspirants may send their details (Application letter in support of the post along with CV and other documents as one PDF file) to idapthub_foundation@iitbhu.ac.in (cc to idapt@iitbhu.ac.in) by 05-11-2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interaction/interview. Mere fulfillment of the minimum eligibility criteria does not entitle an applicant to be shortlisted. Depending on the number of applications received, the minimum required qualifications and desirable experience criteria may be decided.

Termination: It is a temporary position and the service of the employee shall be liable to termination at any time by notice in writing given either by the employee to the Appointing Authority or by the Appointing Authority to the employee. The period of such notice shall be two months. The company may withdraw or discontinue any position at any time.

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