Job Description

IIM Nagpur is looking for a qualified and experienced Executive for the IIM Nagpur Case Research Centre.

Brief about the IIM Nagpur Case Research Centre:

The IIM Nagpur Case Research Centre is envisioned as a flagship initiative dedicated to developing, curating, and disseminating India-centric management case studies that capture the diversity and dynamism of the country's business environment - both within and beyond India. In the contemporary global academic landscape, business schools are increasingly evaluated based on the quality and volume of their case contributions, which significantly influence institutional branding, teaching excellence, and international reputation.

To strengthen this dimension, IIM Nagpur aims to establish a robust Case Research Centre focused on both case development and faculty capacity building through specialised Case Writing and Teaching initiatives. As part of this effort, the Centre plans to organise Case Conferences, Case Writing and Teaching Workshops, Case Competitions, and other related activities.

Position:

Executive - Case Research Centre

Qualification and Experience:

The applicant should hold a Postgraduate Degree in Business Administration / Management/ Economics or Social Sciences with a minimum of 55% marks from a reputed Institute or university. Minimum 6 years of overall work experience, with at least 3 years of post-qualification work experience in the case centres/research centres, etc., of any higher education Institute or a private business school. Experience at IIMs/IITs/NITs or any other premier Institution is desirable.

Age:

Up to 35 Years as on the closing date of the application.

Role Summary and Key Responsibilities:

Manage industry collaborations for sourcing case leads and relevant materials. Develop and maintain a comprehensive digital repository of case studies. Ensure quality assurance and adherence to international publication standards. Plan and organise Case Writing and Teaching Workshops, Faculty Development Programs, Conclaves, Case Conferences, Case Competitions, and other related events. Establish and manage collaborations with academic institutions to serve as Academic Partners of the Case Centre. Promote IIM Nagpur case studies through academic networks, newsletters, and strategic partnerships. Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the Case Research Centre.

Key Responsibilities:

Faculty Support and Case-Based Research -

Handle data collection, industry coordination to enable faculty members to focus on case writing, pedagogy, and innovation.

Industry Outreach & Engagement -

Regular case collaborations with corporates strengthen ties with industry, leading to new partnerships, live projects, and consulting opportunities; demonstrates IIM Nagpur's commitment to bridge the gap between academia and practice.

Events, Conferences, and Conclaves -

A dedicated executive can drive the case conferences, conclaves, and workshops, positioning IIM Nagpur as a destination for case pedagogy learning, thought-leadership; such events directly enhance outreach, media coverage, and branding.

Institutional Branding & Visibility -

Publishing high-quality cases in global repositories (Ivey Publishing, HBP) enhance IIM Nagpur's visibility among International B-schools; well-documented, India-centric cases.

Global Academic Positioning -

Regular contributions to international case libraries elevate IIM Nagpur's profile globally; build a foundation for faculty exchanges, joint research, and international collaborations. Any other task in the relevant department as assigned by the Competent Authority from time to time.

Key Skills:

Excellent written and verbal communication, strong interpersonal, and proven multi-tasking abilities. Demonstrated ability to interface with internal faculty, external faculty and other key stakeholders for the smooth functioning of the case research centre. Excellent IT skills with expertise in PowerPoint, Word, and Google Applications (Gmail, Drive). Exceptional proficiency in MS Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, macros).

Salary & Benefits

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Selected candidate will be offered a fixed-term appointment of One year on the IIM Nagpur contract on a consolidated monthly salary commensurate with qualification and experience. In addition to this, the perks & allowances will be paid as per Institute norms.



The contract may be extended further based on performance/satisfactory discharge of duties and the Institute's requirements.

How to apply:

Interested candidates meeting all the job requirements are advised to APPLY ONLINE ONLY on the IIM Nagpur website, latest by

26/11/2025, up to 5:00 PM.

Note:

:If, during or after completion of the contract period, the Institute finds the candidate suitable for any other role, the same may be offered to him/her, including a junior position. The Institute reserves the right to depute the candidate to different job roles as per the Institute's requirements, which may arise from time to time. Only the shortlisted/selected candidates will be informed about the further Interview process/ results of the Interview.


We will not send out letters of rejection to other applicants. Emails asking for status updates will not be entertained.

We encourage OBC, SC/ST, PWD & EWS candidates to apply for the position.