Assistant Professor

GITAM Deemed University; Visakhapatnam; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

GITAM Deemed University invites applications from candidates with expertise in Constitutional and Administrative Law, Criminal Law, Intellectual Property Rights, International Law, Corporate and Commercial Laws, Environmental Law, and ADR. Strong research credentials and ability to contribute to research centres are desired. Essential qualifications include LL.M with minimum 55% marks and a Ph.D.

in Law; fresh Ph.D. holders with robust research profiles are welcome.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Law (LL.M) with at least 55% marks (or equivalent) from a recognised Indian University or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university.
• Ph.D. in Law awarded in accordance with UGC regulations or equivalent.
• Demonstrated research potential with at least 5 research publications in peer-reviewed / UGC CARE-listed / Scopus-indexed journals or reputed edited volumes.

Skills

Research potential

Moot court participation

Research centres contribution

Education

LL.M with 55% marks

Ph.D. in Law

Job description

Applications are invited from candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Constitutional Law and Administrative Law
• Criminal Law and Criminology
• Intellectual Property Rights and Technology Law
• International Law and International Trade Law
• Corporate and Commercial Laws
• Environmental Law and Human Rights
• Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Mediation and Arbitration

Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Publications:

All qualifications and experience shall be as per UGC Regulations on minimum qualifications for appointment of teachers in universities, read with any subsequent amendments, and as adopted by GITAM (Deemed to be University).

Essential Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in Law (LL.M) with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) from a recognised Indian University or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university.

Ph.D. in Law (or in a closely allied discipline relevant to the advertised specialization), awarded in accordance with UGC regulations on Ph.D. (Minimum Standards and Procedure) or equivalent.[1]

Desirable / Research Profile:

Demonstrated research potential with at least 5 research publications in peer-reviewed / UGC CARE-listed / Scopus-indexed journals or reputed edited volumes.

Evidence of participation in research projects, conferences, seminars, workshops, or moot court / clinical legal education initiatives.

Competence to contribute to ongoing or proposed research centres / projects in the School of Law.

Experience:

Fresh Ph.D. holders with a strong research profile may apply.

Prior teaching and/or research experience at a University / National Law University / reputed Law School / research institution will be an added advantage.