jobs in higher ed

Elon Musk and President Donald Trump’s call for job cuts

US federal employees face 48-hour ultimatum to justify jobs or resign

Billionaire Elon Musk-backed directive sparks outrage as Donald Trump-led government pushes job cuts by shooting emails to employees asking them to provide a concise, bullet-point report while avoiding classified information, links, or attachments.

Round 2 applications for the Prime Minister Internship Scheme now open

SBI PO 2025: Prelims on March 8, 16 and 24

Maharashtra cancels contractual teacher appointments, announces permanent hires

Infosys lays off around 700 campus recruits, faces backlash over forceful termination of freshers

Infosys clarified that around 350 employees were let go after failing internal evaluations, while around 400 others who did not meet basic standards on a qualifying test three times were issued ultimatum letters in batches.

Shivkumar Kalyanaraman appointed first CEO of Anusandhan National Research Foundation

The ANRF, a newly established institution, aims to expand the research base in universities and colleges while increasing funding for scientific research across the country.

IIT BHU placement sets new milestone with top CTC of ₹2.20 crore, average package at ₹22.80 lakh

IIT BHU's 2024-25 placement season saw around 1,120 job offers and more than 400 internships across diverse industries, with top recruiters including Google, Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, Amazon, Tata Steel, Samsung, Oracle, and more.

IMT Ghaziabad set to welcome back Dr. Atish Chattopadhyay to lead Institutional Growth

Dr. Atish Chattopadhyay, a renowned academic leader, is set to rejoin IMT Ghaziabad as Director in February 2025. With leadership roles at SPJIMR, MICA, JAGSoM, and Vijaybhoomi University, he has pioneered innovative management education models. A key advocate of global collaborations, he has driven institutional growth, AACSB accreditations, and curriculum innovations aligning with industry needs.

University of Alberta study reveals 81% of immigrants are struggling to find jobs for their qualifications

A University of Alberta study reveals that skilled immigrants in Canada often work in low-wage jobs due to unrecognized credentials, causing financial stress, identity loss, and mental health struggles. Language barriers and workplace discrimination worsen their situation. Solutions like credential bridging programs, cultural training for employers, and mental health support can help them regain their professional standing.