Assistant Professor

1000scholars; Maharashtra; Sur place; INR 900 000 - 1 400 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive compensation

Research and conference grants

Collaborative campus environment

Foundational years of a new law school

Résumé du poste

BITS Law School invites applications for full-time faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor at its Mumbai campus in Kalyan, Maharashtra. The start date is December 2026 and the role focuses on high-quality teaching, research, and student mentorship within a new law school setting.

Successful candidates will contribute to curriculum design, scholarly publications, and institutional governance while advancing interdisciplinary pedagogy and technology-enabled education in a dynamic

Qualifications

• LL.M. from a reputed Indian or international university.
• PhD/SJD in Law completed OR currently in progress at a recognized institution.

Responsabilités

• Design and deliver engaging courses using innovative pedagogical approaches such as the Socratic method, case-based teaching, and experiential learning.
• Maintain an active research agenda and publish in high-quality peer-reviewed journals and academic outlets.
• Contribute to curriculum development and academic program design.
• Mentor and advise students on academic and professional development.
• Participate in institutional initiatives, committees, and academic governance.

Connaissances

Evidence Law

Labour Law

Public Intl Law

ADR

Legal Aid Clinics

Technology Law

Family Law

Intl Relations

Finance

Organizational Behavior

Formation

LL.M. degree

PhD/SJD in Law

Description du poste

BITS Law School invites applications for full-time faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor.

Location: BITS Law School @ BITS Pilani, Mumbai Campus. Kalyan, Maharashtra. India

Start Date: December 2026

About BITS Law School

BITS Law School is committed to delivering a transformative legal education that integrates rigorous legal scholarship, interdisciplinary learning, and technology-enabled pedagogy. Our aim is to nurture future leaders who are equipped to contribute to a fair, just, and inclusive society.

Our academic approach encourages students to:

• Understand the law deeply,
• Engage with its practical application,
• Appreciate its societal context,
• Use legal knowledge to drive meaningful change.

Position Overview

BITS Law School is seeking dedicated faculty members who will contribute to:

• High-quality teaching and innovative pedagogy
• Impactful legal scholarship and research
• Academic leadership and institution-building

Successful candidates will actively participate in teaching, research, curriculum development, and student mentoring, while contributing to the growth of a vibrant academic community.

Educational Qualifications

• LL.M. from a reputed Indian or international university.
• PhD/ SJD in Law completed OR currently in progress at a recognized institution.

Key Responsibilities

Faculty members will be expected to:

• Design and deliver engaging courses using innovative pedagogical approaches such as the Socratic method, case-based teaching, and experiential learning.
• Maintain an active research agenda and publish in high-quality peer-reviewed journals and academic outlets.
• Contribute to curriculum development and academic program design.
• Mentor and advise students on academic and professional development.
• Participate in institutional initiatives, committees, and academic governance.

Experience & Skills

• We invite applications from candidates with demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas: Evidence Law, Labour Law, Public International Law, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Legal Aid Clinics, Technology Law—including IT and Communications Governance—Family Law, Political Science—including International Relations and Political Risk—Finance, and Organizational Behavior. Candidates who are able and willing to teach across two or more of these areas will be strongly preferred.
• Prior teaching experience or significant professional experience in relevant areas (litigation, law firms, policy research, or academia) will be preferred.
• Demonstrated interest in legal scholarship and interdisciplinary engagement.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience and academic credentials, aligned with leading institutions in India.
• Research and conference grants, including support for international academic engagements.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and intellectually vibrant campus environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to the foundational years of a new law school