About Symbiosis Skills &Professional University:Symbiosis Skills & Professional University (SSPU)is Maharashtra’s first residential Skills University, located on a sprawling 15-acre campus in the PCMC - Kiwalearea, near the Pune-Mumbai Expressway. The campus features state-of-the-art academic and administrative blocks, workshops, a center of excellence, and residential facilities, fostering a unique environment for professional and skill-based education.Position:Director of Nutrition & DieteticsLocation:Symbiosis Skills and Professional University, KiwaleExperience:Minimum 15 years in academia and/industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership position.Education: PhD in Food Science, Nutrition, Wellness and or other related fields.Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the Department of School of Nutrition and Dietetics, Beauty & Wellness, providing strategic direction and vision for the programs. Oversee the development and implementation of academic curricula in nutrition, wellness, and dietetics at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Engage in research and innovation in the areas of nutrition, health science, and wellness. Foster partnerships with industry stakeholders to enhance the department’s reputation and employability outcomes for students. Provide leadership in the development of new courses and programs that reflect the latest trends and demands in the wellness and nutrition sectors. Mentor and support faculty members, promoting professional development and academic excellence. Manage departmental budgets, resources, and accreditation processes. Contribute to university-wide academic and administrative initiatives. Represent the university at conferences, seminars, and industry events.Interested candidate can share resume on kavita.deshmukh@
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Director of Nutrition and Dietetics