Job Description

Sub-Department
Business
Job posted on
Sep 16, 2025
Employee Type
Permanent
Experience range (Years)
10 years - 15 years
Functional Area
Daskalos

Exciting Leadership Opportunity (Relocation for a minimum of three years):

Provost - Foreign University Campuses in India

Location: India (with international travel and collaboration opportunities)

Start Date: March 2026

About Us

Emeritus is transforming higher education in India. Building on our success delivering impactful courses from the world's best universities to students and executives, we now have a groundbreaking opportunity to bring world-class universities directly to Indian shores.

Through Daskalos, our joint venture dedicated to establishing flagship campuses of leading global universities in India, we are pioneering vibrant, innovative learning environments and fostering international collaboration.

Why Join Us?

Pioneering Impact: Be part of a project redefining higher education in India. Global Collaboration: Shape world-class campuses with top international universities. Leadership in Innovation: Influence curricula, research, and campus culture. Professional Growth: Thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. Relocation Support: Benefit from a comprehensive global relocation package, including visas, housing, settling-in services, and family support.

The Opportunity

We are seeking dynamic, visionary academic leaders ready to step into a Provost role at one of our upcoming international campuses in India working alongside one of our prestigious University partners to:Lead the academic vision and strategic development of the new campus. Build a campus culture that mirrors the values, ethos, and academic standards of our home campuses. Ensure an exceptional faculty experience by fostering professional development, academic freedom, and collaboration. Lead a group of high-calibre faculty and academic experts to deliver an outstanding faculty and student experience. Champion research excellence, supporting high-impact, interdisciplinary research that strengthens the institution's global reputation. Drive strategic and academic planning, ensuring alignment with University priorities and fostering innovation in teaching, research, and curriculum development. Oversee resource allocation, infrastructure development, and financial performance. Ensure academic quality and compliance with both home campus standards and Indian regulations, leading accreditations, audits, and reviews. Deliver an exceptional student experience with a strong focus on academic support, inclusion, retention, satisfaction, and employability. Act as a visible role model for inclusive leadership, engaging actively with senior leaders, faculty, and students. Cultivate strong ties with regulatory bodies, academic networks, and represent the campus in key external forums.

Eligibility

Senior academic experience (Dean, Provost, Head of School). Proven record in advancing teaching, research, and innovation, including curriculum development and academic policy. Strong background in planning, budgeting, and organizational leadership. Knowledge of global and national higher education systems; familiarity with Indian frameworks (e.g., UGC, NEP) an advantage. Strategic vision and ability to launch new initiatives or campuses. Demonstrated inclusive leadership style, fostering excellence, diversity, and collaboration.

A comprehensive global relocation package will be provided to support the successful candidate and their family in transitioning to India.