Faculty Member

Azim Premji University; Bhopal; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Azim Premji University in Bhopal invites applications for faculty positions in Sociology of Education for our Master’s in Education Programme. The University began operations in August 2023, offering postgraduate and undergraduate programmes.

It aims to grow to about 4000 students and 500 faculty over the coming years, with a strong focus on research and institutional development. We seek candidates with field-based research in school education, capable of engaging a diverse student body and

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Sociology or Anthropology preferred.
• Teaching experience at graduate/postgraduate levels desirable.
• Ability for strong empirical research.

Responsibilities

• Teach Sociology of Education for the Master’s in Education Programme.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary programme design and institutional processes.
• Engage in empirical research and participate in institutional bodies.

Skills

Field-based research

Teaching

Collaborative work

Empirical research

Education

Advanced degree in Sociology or Anthropology

Job description

We invite applications for faculty positions in Sociology of Education for our Master’s in Education Programme.

Azim Premji University, Bhopal, started operations in August 2023, offering postgraduate and undergraduate programmes. The first phase of campus construction is complete and the overall 50-acre campus with state-of-the‑art academic and residential facilities will be ready over the next few years. We expect to grow to about 4000 students and 500 members over the next few years.

In addition to teaching in our programmes, we offer faculty an enriching and fulfilling institution building experience encompassing interdisciplinary programme design, setting up and implementation of key institutional processes, culture building, and participation in various institutional bodies. The University encourages and offers support to faculty members for pursuing their own research.

We are particularly interested in candidates in the area of Sociology with field‑based research experience preferably in school education issues and concerns.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Sociology or Anthropology is preferred.
• Teaching experience at graduate or postgraduate levels is desirable.
• Ability for strong empirical research.
• Willingness to engage with a very diverse and large student body.
• Orientation towards collaborative work.
• Ability to reflect and think critically.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.