Vice Provost - Illinois Institute of Technology, Mumbai Campus
About The Position
Illinois Institute of Technology (Illinois Tech) is a top-tier, technology-focused research university based in Chicago, globally recognized for its culture of innovation, academic excellence, and entrepreneurial spirit. As part of our bold global expansion, we are launching Illinois Tech Mumbai as a joint venture entity in India -a world-class campus in one of the world's most dynamic and diverse cities. Opening its doors to the first cohort in 2026, Illinois Tech Mumbai will bring Chicago's legacy of innovation to India, offering cutting-edge programs in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Business, Engineering, and Design. Our vision is to build a future-ready, student-centric, and industry-connected learning ecosystem that empowers learners to solve real-world challenges and lead in a global economy. At Illinois Tech Mumbai, you'll be part of a mission-driven team shaping the next generation of tech leaders-while upholding the same academic rigor, interdisciplinary approach, and values that define our Chicago campus. If you're passionate about innovation, education, and impact-join us in building Illinois Tech's next chapter in India. Illinois Institute of Technology (Illinois Tech) seeks an exceptional academic leader to serve as the founding Vice Provost of its Mumbai Campus, the first U.S. university campus approved to operate in India. Reporting to the Board of Directors, Illinois Tech India Pvt. Ltd., with dotted line to the Provost, Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, the Vice Provost will serve as the chief academic and strategic leader for Illinois Tech Mumbai, responsible for building a world-class academic enterprise that integrates American innovation with Indian ambition. This role ensures academic excellence, fosters global industry partnerships, and drives the university's mission to deliver experiential, career-connected learning aligned with Illinois Tech's standards and accreditation frameworks. The Vice Provost will bridge Illinois Tech's global academic mission with its local implementation in India advancing a high-impact model of global education that connects students, faculty, and employers across continents.
Responsibilities
- serve as the chief academic and strategic leader for Illinois Tech Mumbai
- responsible for building a world-class academic enterprise that integrates American innovation with Indian ambition
- ensures academic excellence
- fosters global industry partnerships
- drives the university's mission to deliver experiential, career-connected learning aligned with Illinois Tech's standards and accreditation frameworks
- bridge Illinois Tech's global academic mission with its local implementation in India advancing a high-impact model of global education that connects students, faculty, and employers across continents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
