The Interdisciplinary Centre for Nutrition Science and Medicine (INCSM) is a pioneering collaboration between Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, and Tufts University, Boston. Established in June 2025, ICNSM is committed to addressing the global nutrition crisis through research, education, and innovation. By integrating nutrition science, medicine, public health, and policy to develop innovative, culturally grounded solutions that improve health outcomes in India, the United States, and globally.
Post : Program Manager (Specialist Scientist)
Position Summary
Reporting to the Dean of the Medical Sciences division, IISc, and working closely with the ICNSM steering committee, the Program Manager will provide strategic and operational leadership for all activities of Centre. This position requires a dynamic, highly organized leader with experience in managing complex, international academic initiatives. The Program Manager will oversee administrative, financial, and communication functions of the Centre and serve as a liaison between IISc and Tufts. The position requires close collaboration with stakeholders at both institutions, management of budgets and timelines, and coordination across research, education, partnerships, development, and outreach eUorts.
Department/Centre : Interdisciplinary Centre for Nutrition Science and Medicine (ICNSM)
Salary Range : Rs 82,000/- to 1,76,000/- + HRA as applicable (the exact number in this range depends on the experience and expertise of the candidate)
Essential Job Responsibilities
• Strategic leadership : Developing and implementing ICNSM’s strategic vision, ensuring activities are aligned with its mission and goals, and raising the Centre’s profile.
• Operational oversight : Ensuring the smooth functioning of the centre’s operations including facilities, human resources, and administrative process.
• Team management and development: Providing leadership, mentorship, and performance management to research staU, fostering a collaborative and innovative research environment.
• Stakeholder engagement : Building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including funders, partners, and broader research community.
• Financial management and sustainability : Managing budgets, help the faculty and researchers in securing funding through grants and other avenues, ensuring responsible stewardship of resources.
Minimum Qualifications
• Master’s degree in science/engineering/MD/MS/MDS/MVSc/MPH/ or equivalent from a recognized university with extensive domain experience
Desirable experience
• 7 to 10 years of Experience in senior project management, preferably in an academic or research setting.
• Business development and Fundraising experience
• Demonstrated leadership in interdisciplinary, cross-cultural, and international environments.
• Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience with managing/leading international research/academic programs
• Experience in establishing and scaling new academic or research initiatives.
How to apply?
Submit the Cover Letter, Resume/CV and three letters of recommendation as a single PDF file enclosure by email to office.icnsm@iisc.ac.in
Subject line of your email should be “ICNSM Program Manager Application : Your Name”
The last date for receiving applications : 23rd August 2025
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