NAMTECH (New Age Makers Institute of Technology), Gandhinagar Wanted Director

Director – Centre for Advanced Computing and Artificial Intelligence (CACAI)

Location: Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India

Reports To: Director General

Application Email:  [email protected]

About NAMTECH

NAMTECH (New Age Makers Institute of Technology) is a pioneering global institute of excellence backed by the Tata Group and supported by international academic and industry partners.

Our mission is to reimagine technical and professional education by blending experiential, industry-aligned learning with cutting-edge technology and innovation. We aim to develop future-ready engineers, technologists, and leaders capable of transforming industries in the digital era.

Role Overview

The Centre for Advanced Computing and Artificial Intelligence (CACAI) at NAMTECH is envisioned as a hub for innovation, research, and application in advanced computing — spanning Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Data Science, and High-Performance Computing (HPC).

The Program Director / Director will lead the Centre’s strategic, academic, and research agenda, fostering collaboration between academia and industry while advancing NAMTECH’s vision of applied, interdisciplinary learning.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Academic Leadership

• Develop and lead academic and research programs in AI, ML, Data Science, and Advanced Computing.
• Forge partnerships with industry, academia, and government agencies for joint research, training, and funding opportunities.
• Define and implement the Centre’s strategic roadmap aligned with NAMTECH’s institutional goals.

Research & Innovation

• Drive high-impact research in Generative AI, Edge Computing, Data Analytics, and Applied ML.
• Mentor faculty, researchers, and students in project design, grant proposals, and
• Establish advanced infrastructure including AI labs, computing clusters, and simulation facilities.

Teaching & Mentorship

• Deliver specialized courses and workshops in AI, ML, and Computing.
• Mentor students and faculty in applied research, innovation challenges, and
• Promote interdisciplinary projects integrating AI with domains such as
  manufacturing, sustainability, robotics, and materials science.

Institutional & Industry Engagement

Represent NAMTECH at national and international AI forums and conferences.

• Build strategic partnerships with technology companies, startups, and research
• Support innovation and commercialization through the NAMTECH Innovation & Entrepreneurship Cell.

Qualifications & Experience

• Ph.D. (or Master’s with significant applied experience) in Computer Science, AI/ML, Data Science, or related field.
• 10–20 years of experience in academia, applied research, or R&D leadership.
• Proven research record with publications, patents, or industry collaborations in AI or computing domains.
• Demonstrated experience in establishing or leading research centers, laboratories, or industry-academia collaborations.
• Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, R, Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and HPC systems.