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Job Purpose To help and be directly involved in case development, preparing teaching and research materials, and other content that supports the pedagogical and knowledge-creation objectives of the school. Job Outline At ISB, the Centre for Case Development under the Centre for Learning and Teaching Excellence is focused on facilitating teaching effectiveness in the classroom, enabling innovative pedagogies for impactful learning, supporting the writing of India-specific business cases, and the training of case writers and teachers for business schools in India. The unit functions as a unique exchange platform that facilitates a symbiotic collaboration among the corporate sector, government organisations and academia. The job holder will work with ISB faculty, Centres and Institutes on activities related to the development of case studies and teaching and research materials that support the pedagogical and knowledge-creation objectives of the school. This position requires a strong knowledge of management and business issues and an ability to conduct research by leveraging various sources. It requires advanced writing and editing skills, the ability to understand and provide structure to content and a flair for detail. Demonstrable ability to convert ideas and insights discussed by faculty into content suitable for case studies is also desirable. In addition, a high-level understanding of digital content is needed to help the Centre in its aim of developing case studies, exploring both traditional and innovative formats such as multimedia and simulations. This position requires the ability to collaborate with faculty, researchers, industry stakeholders, and editing staff to ensure delivery of materials suitable for peer review, publication, and classroom use. Job Specification Knowledge: Qualification Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, economics, or business-related field from a reputed institution. An MBA degree would be preferred. Skills Technical Well-articulated approach to writing Ability to think critically and write clearly Evidence of writing experience, preferably in high quality academic publication avenues Comfort in understanding and summarising academic research Excellent English language skills Good command over grammar and punctuation concepts Proficiency in the use of technology, business databases, and office & statistical software Ability to format data and develop charts, tables, and other related documents and graphics Behavioural Interpersonal skills Ability to multi-task Demonstrated ability to work in teams An honest and straightforward approach to communication Demonstrated work ethic Creativity and openness to learning Experience - 3 to 4 years Job Interface - Internal ISB Resident and Visiting Faculty ISB Centres and Institutes ISB Departments External CEOs/ Sr. executives of organizations Non-ISB Faculty Freelance writers/editors Key Responsibilities and % Time Spent Case writing, and research activities to help develop and publish cases with associated teaching notes and any other related content. Conducting research and gathering information and data through interviews, the library, and other resources. Maintaining Centre Writing Style and Editorial guidelines - 50% Reviewing and editing content - 30% Developing and refining content pieces such as articles, podcasts, white papers, research paper summaries, newsletters, book chapters, simulations, etc. as per Centre needs and initiatives Coordinating events such as workshops and competitions SN - 20% KRA - Case development and publishing KPI - Developing cases, teaching notes (TNs) and other supplemental material to the satisfaction of faculty Measure - No. of cases/TNs developed; Meeting stated deadlines; Meeting quality expectations Weightage - 60% KRA - Reviewing and editing other content KPI - High quality, error free content as per specific requirements and within timelines Measure - Error free content; Meeting stated deadlines; Meeting quality expectations Weightage - 40%