CDF HOD (Associate Professor) – Position: Head of the Department (HOD) & Associate Professor

Department: Costume Design and Fashion (CDF)

Key Responsibilities

Academic Leadership
Lead and manage all academic activities of the department.
Plan and implement the curriculum in accordance with university regulations.
Ensure quality teaching, learning, and student outcomes.
Monitor lesson plans, course files, and academic schedules.

Teaching
Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Costume Design and Fashion.
Develop course materials, laboratory/studio exercises, and assessment methods.
Mentor students in academic, project, internship, and career development activities.

Research and Publications
Conduct and publish high-quality research in recognized journals.
Guide student research projects and dissertations.
Apply for research grants and collaborate with industry and academic partners.

Department Administration
Prepare departmental budgets and annual plans.
Allocate faculty workload and teaching schedules.
Supervise faculty and support staff, including performance reviews.
Organize department meetings and maintain academic records.

Student Development




Counsel and mentor students.
Monitor attendance, discipline, and academic progress.
Coordinate internships, industrial visits, exhibitions, and fashion shows.

Industry and Institutional Collaboration
Build relationships with fashion houses, apparel manufacturers, and design organizations.
Promote internships, placements, and consultancy projects.
Organize guest lectures, workshops, seminars, and skill-development programs.

Quality Assurance
Coordinate accreditation activities (such as NAAC/NBA, where applicable).
Prepare documentation for audits and quality assurance processes.
Ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory policies.

Service
Participate in university committees and institutional development activities.
Perform additional duties assigned by the Principal/Dean.

Qualifications
Master's degree in Costume Design, Fashion Design, Textile Design, or a related field.
Ph.D. in the relevant discipline (preferred or required depending on institutional and regulatory norms).
Eligibility and experience as per the applicable higher education regulations.

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