Case Writer - Centre For Case Development

Job highlights

• ISB Resident and Visiting Faculty . ISB Centres and Institutes . ISB Departments . CEOs/ Sr. executives of organizations . Non-ISB Faculty . Freelance writers / editors
• A masters degree in social sciences,economics,or business-related field from a reputed institution
• An MBA degree would be preferred

Job Description 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 an essential capability required for this role. 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 Specifications Knowledge / Education:

• A master's degree in social sciences, economics, or business-related field from a reputed institution. An MBA degree would be preferred.

Specific 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

Behavioral

• 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

Desirable Experience:

• 3 - 4 years

Job Interface/Relationships

• ISB Resident and Visiting Faculty
• ISB Centres and Institutes
• ISB Departments
• CEOs/ Sr. executives of organizations
• Non-ISB Faculty
• Freelance writers/editors

Key Responsibilities

1. Case writing, and research activities to help develop and publish cases in multiple formats with associated teaching notes and any other related content.
2. Conducting research and gathering information and data through interviews, the library, and other resources.
3. Maintaining Centre Writing Style and Editorial guidelines
4. 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
5. Coordinating events such as workshops and competition

Key Result Area

1. Case development and publishing
2. Reviewing and editing other content

Key Performance Indicators

• Case development and publishing
• High quality, error-free content as per specific requirements and within timelines

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