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VarsityX incubated by Wisdom tree is an innovative AI-first career accelerator transforming education by bridging classroom learning with industry demands. Our mission is to equip students and educators with practical AI knowledge, hands-on experience, and future-ready skills through a multi-stage framework: AI Readiness Workshops, 2-Week AI Internship Program, 3-Week Winter Camp, and Research Scholars Program. With partnerships, including MOUs with institutions like SSCBS in India, VarsityX is redefining experiential learning for the AI-driven future.
Position: Project Manager
Location: Remote, with preference for time zones GMT +2 to GMT +8
Type: Full-Time
Reports to: Co-Founder/CEO
Role Overview
The Project Manager at VarsityX will lead the development, execution, and enhancement of AI-focused educational programs, ensuring rigorous, evidence-based approaches and seamless delivery. You will oversee student cohorts, coordinate with stakeholders (e.g., SSCBS, MIT, Stanford mentors), develop robust program management systems, and initially provide counseling to participants. This role demands an entrepreneurial mindset, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to research-driven program design. As a key contributor in a virtual-first startup, you will have a unique opportunity to build a business from the ground up, ensuring high standards in program execution and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities
1. Program Development & Research-Driven Design
• Collaborate with leadership to design scalable, evidence-based curricula for AI Readiness Workshops, Internship Programs, Winter Camps, and Research Scholars Program, grounding content in current AI literature and industry trends.
• Integrate cutting-edge AI tools and frameworks, ensuring all program elements are supported by credible sources and justified methodologies.
• Develop clear documentation and rationales for program design decisions, maintaining transparency and academic rigor.
2. Program Management & Execution
• Oversee student selection and onboarding, defining clear criteria for participant inclusion (e.g., academic background, interest in AI) to ensure diverse and qualified cohorts.
• Coordinate logistics, schedules, and resources for programs, managing partnerships with institutions like SSCBS and mentors from MIT/Stanford, ensuring alignment with program goals.
• Develop and implement systems for efficient program management, proactively identifying and resolving issues to ensure timely and high-quality delivery.
• Track and evaluate program outcomes using data-driven metrics, providing clear justifications for assessment methods and iterating based on findings.
3. Stakeholder Engagement & Counseling
• Provide initial counseling to students and educators on AI concepts, career pathways, and program expectations, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders (students, educators, industry partners, academic mentors), clearly documenting engagement processes and rationales.
• Act as the primary point of contact, ensuring clear, professional communication and a seamless participant experience.
4. Entrepreneurial Leadership & Strategic Growth
• Drive innovation by identifying opportunities to scale programs and enhance impact, contributing to additional workstreams (e.g., partnership development, new product ideation).
• Justify strategic decisions with data and research, ensuring alignment with VarsityX’s mission and business goals.
• Take ownership of challenges in a fast-paced startup, delivering solutions with precision and adaptability.
5. Team Collaboration & Quality Assurance
• Work with cross-functional teams (content creators, technologists, marketing) to ensure cohesive program execution, maintaining high standards in documentation and communication.
• Mentor junior team members, fostering a culture of rigor, inclusivity, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure all deliverables are error-free, with meticulous attention to grammar, formatting, and clarity, addressing issues like typos or inconsistent referencing.
Qualifications
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in education, technology, business, or a related field from a top university; Master’s degree or MBA is a plus. Studying at a U.S. institution is an added bonus.
• Experience:
• 1-3 years of experience in project management, program delivery, or product development, with experience in an education or edtech company being a strong plus.
• Proven ability to manage projects with multiple stakeholders in a startup or entrepreneurial setting.
• Experience with research-driven program design, AI tools, or student counseling is a plus.
• Skills:
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Trello, Asana, JIRA).
• Excellent spoken and written English, with meticulous attention to grammar, clarity, and professional documentation.
• Ability to justify methodological choices (e.g., participant selection, evaluation methods) with evidence-based rationales.
• Familiarity with AI frameworks (e.g., Python, TensorFlow) or data analysis tools is a plus.
• Attributes:
• Entrepreneurial mindset with adaptability, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to research rigor.
• Passion for working with young people and fostering AI-focused, research-based learning.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and detail-oriented, thriving in a virtual-first startup environment.
• Location Preference: Virtual-first role, with preference for candidates in time zones GMT +2 to GMT +8.
Compensation
• Salary: Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.
• Bonus: Performance-based bonuses tied to program success and business milestones.
• Equity: Equity options to share in VarsityX’s growth, offering a unique opportunity to build a business from the ground up.
Why Join VarsityX?
• Unique opportunity to build a business from the ground up, shaping the future of AI-driven education.
• Collaborate with prestigious partners like SSCBS, MIT, and Stanford to deliver impactful programs.
• Make a tangible impact on students’ careers in a mission-driven, virtual-first startup.
• Thrive in a dynamic, inclusive environment with significant growth potential.
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