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Academic Coordinator for Distance Education Program

Posted on: 09 Jun 2026

Location Location: St. John’s Medical College
Employment type Employment Type: Full Time
Experience: Fresher/Experienced

Job Summary:

Job Description: Academic Coordinator for Distance Education Program

 

Position Title: Academic Coordinator for Distance Education Program

Location: St John’s Medical College, Bengaluru

Working Hours:

Monday to Saturday: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Saturday: 9.00 AM to 1.00 PM

Key Responsibilities:

1. Course Design and Development:

o Design and develop new distance education courses in collaboration with subject matter experts and institutional departments.

o Ensure courses align with institutional standards, academic policies, and learner needs.

o Integrate technology and pedagogical innovations to create engaging and accessible course materials.

2. Program Management:

o Coordinate with faculty and support staff to manage the delivery of distance education programs.

o Monitor the quality of course content and learner outcomes, ensuring continuous improvement.

o Maintain accurate records of course development activities and timelines.

3. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

o Work with institutional departments to identify emerging trends and areas for new course offerings.

o Liaise with external partners, including accreditation bodies, to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

4. Learner Support:

o Provide academic guidance to students enrolled in distance education programs.

o Address learner feedback and queries related to course content and delivery.

5. Continuous Improvement:

o Stay updated with advancements in distance education methodologies and technologies.

o Propose enhancements to course design and delivery based on learner feedback and educational best practices.

 

Qualifications and Skills:

Essential Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Medicine (MBBS), Dentistry (BDS), or Alternate Systems of Medicine (e.g., Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Siddha, or Unani).

Desirable Qualifications:

· Master’s in Hospital Administration (MHA) or Master’s in Public Health (MPH).

Skills and Competencies:

· Strong knowledge of academic course design and development in a distance education setting.

· Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

· Proficiency in the use of technology for online learning and course management systems.

· Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

Employment Type: Full-time

Remuneration: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their CV along with a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience to HR, St John’s Medical College

Email id: sjmch.recruitment@stjohns.in