Atmadhruti is looking for a senior scientific and academic leader who can bridge neuroscience, psychology, behavioural research, educational pedagogy and curriculum development.

This is not a conventional psychologist, academic researcher, or instructional designer role. The ideal candidate should be capable of translating scientific research into practical educational interventions, leading global research collaborations, and building an evidence-based foundation for Atmadhruti's resilience programs.

Responsibilities

- Establish Atmadhruti's scientific credibility.
- Lead the neuroscience and resilience research agenda.
- Develop relationships with global universities.
- Guide the content and pedagogy team.
- Support joint research papers and publications.
- Help establish Atmadhruti as an evidence-based resilience organisation.

Preferred qualification / experience

1. PhD in Neuroscience, Cognitive Neuroscience, Psychology, Behavioural Science,



Neuropsychology or Educational Psychology
2. 20+ years in research, teaching, scientific leadership or academic administration
3. Managed large multidisciplinary teams and multiple research programs
4. Experience translating research into learning content, curriculum, assessments and pedagogy
5. Solid relationships with Indian and international universities
6. Led university collaborations, MoUs, joint research projects or international research consortia

Additional qualification experience

1. Expertise in child/adolescent development and the developing brain
2. Experience in research ethics, IRB/Institutional Ethics Committee protocols and informed consent

Location: Kolkata / India

Work Mode: Hybrid / Remote with periodic travel

📌 Chief Research & Scientific Advisor – Atmadhruti (Kolkata)
🏢 Atmadhruti
📍 Kolkata