Assistant Professor - Sociology

VIT; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

VIT in Tamil Nadu invites applications for a faculty position in Sociology at the Assistant/Associate/Professor level. You will design and teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses, such as Social Theory and Research Methods, and use multimedia tools to enhance learning.

We expect a Ph.D. in Sociology with strong research and project experience, and a record of mentoring students, conducting fieldwork, and publishing in journals.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Sociology with strong research and project experience.
• Post-doctoral research experience in India or abroad preferred.
• Experience in teaching Rural, Urban Sociology or related fields is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate Sociology courses.
• Develop course materials and use multimedia teaching tools.
• Engage in research, write proposals and publish in journals.
• Supervise students and participate in seminars and committees.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Mentoring

Education

Ph.D. in Sociology

Post-doctoral experience

Tools

Online learning platforms

Qualitative analysis software

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Teaching courses: Assistant / Associate / Professors of Sociology typically teach undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses, including areas such as Social Theory, Research Methods, Rural & Urban Sociology, Gender Studies, and related specializations. This involves developing course materials, delivering lectures, facilitating discussions, and evaluating student performance. Faculty are also expected to develop and use multimedia teaching tools and online learning platforms. Conducting research: Faculty members are expected to actively engage in research within their area of expertise, often collaborating with students and colleagues. Responsibilities include writing research proposals, conducting fieldwork, analyzing qualitative and quantitative data, and publishing in reputed journals. Advising students: Provide academic and career guidance to students, including mentoring on course selection, research projects, internships, and career opportunities. Contributing to the academic community: Participate in departmental and institutional activities such as committees, seminars, workshops, conferences, and academic collaborations. Also contribute by reviewing research papers and mentoring junior faculty members. Engaging in professional development: Stay updated with advancements in Sociology by attending conferences, workshops, and training programs.Monitoring developments in the field: Keep track of emerging sociological trends, policy changes, and societal developments relevant to teaching and research. Administrative responsibilities: Perform administrative and academic duties as assigned by the institution.

Educational Qualification

Graduate with Ph.D. in Sociology from a reputed University with strong research and project experience Post-doctoral research experience in India or abroad in Universities or research institutions (preferred) Teaching and research experience in areas such as Rural Sociology, Urban Sociology, Gender Studies, Development Studies, Social Work, or related fields