Academic Associate

Azimpremjiuniversity; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Azimpremjiuniversity in Bengaluru is looking for an Academic Associate to assist with Social Science courses in their undergraduate program. This full-time position involves working with faculty on multiple courses, conducting lab sessions, and providing individualized support to students.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in a relevant field, proficiency in R, and an interest in developing engaging learning materials. This role also offers opportunities for independent research under faculty mentorship.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Science, Economics, Sociology, Political Science, Human Geography, Anthropology, or related field required.
• Proficiency and comfort in working with data in R is essential.
• Interest in mentoring students from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Work with faculty on 2–4 courses per semester.
• Conduct lab sessions and tutorials for students.
• Prepare teaching materials and assist in student projects.

Skills

Proficiency in R

Mentoring

Data analysis

Research skills

Education

Master’s degree in Social Science or related field

Job description

This role will contribute to the Social Science courses in the undergraduate programme. This is a 2‑year full-time position.

Responsibilities:

As an Academic Associate, you will,

• Work with faculty on 2–4 courses per semester, with substantial mathematical, statistical, and programming content
• Conduct lab sessions for various courses, help students get familiar working with data and using a programming language.
• Conduct tutorials for students who need help with individualized support or review sessions for specific courses.
• Prepare accessible teaching or lab material, assist in lab practicals, conduct diagnostic tests, and provide extra support to student projects outside of class hours.
• Mentor undergraduate students and provide data and coding related guidance on their projects and other activities.

You will be able to engage in independent or collaborative research projects under the guidance of faculty members. You will be assigned a faculty mentor who will provide mentorship, feedback, and support in pursuing independent research projects.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Science, Economics, Sociology, Political Science, Human Geography, Anthropology, or related field.
• Proficiency and comfort in working with data in R.
• An interest in mentoring and engaging with a socially and academically diverse cohort of students.
• Interest in developing accessible teaching and learning materials