Professor of Biotechnology

Chennai Institute of Technology; Chennai; Sur place; INR 1 800 000 - 3 200 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Research funding support

Centre of Excellence labs

Résumé du poste

Chennai Institute of Technology is seeking a Head of Department / Professor in Biotechnology to lead high-impact applied and translational research. You will build industry collaborations, secure sponsored projects, and drive technology development with a focus on translational outcomes.

The role requires a Ph.D. in Biotechnology or related field and 10+ years of academia experience with a leadership track record.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biotechnology or related field from a reputed institution.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant academia experience with leadership.
• Proven track record in building research programs and industry partnerships.
• Experience in mentoring researchers and supervising Ph.D. scholars.

Responsabilités

• Lead and strengthen applied and translational research within the Department.
• Develop large-scale industry-sponsored and government-funded research programs.
• Build strategic partnerships with national/international universities, hospitals and industry.
• Drive consultancy, technology development and industry projects.
• Establish new labs, Centres of Excellence and multidisciplinary groups.
• Mentor faculty and researchers in competitive proposals and publications.
• Guide students in high-quality research and innovation projects.

Connaissances

Applied translational biotech

Industry collaboration

Research leadership

Grant procurement

Formation

Ph.D. in Biotechnology or related field

Description du poste

About the Institution We are a fast-growing engineering institution with a strong focus on applied research, industry-driven education, innovation and entrepreneurship, while maintaining a strong foundation in core engineering and emerging technologies.

About the Role

Head Of Department /Professor / Senior Faculty – Department of Biotechnology The Department of Biotechnology is seeking an accomplished academic and research leader who can contribute to the next phase of the department's growth through high-impact research, industry collaboration, sponsored projects, consultancy, international partnerships and technology-led innovation. We are particularly interested in professionals who can effectively bridge academia, industry, research and translational innovation. Position Professor / Senior Faculty – Biotechnology

Responsibilities

• The selected candidate will be expected to: Lead and strengthen applied and translational research within the Department.
• Develop large-scale industry-sponsored and government-funded research programs.
• Build strategic partnerships with leading national and international companies, universities, hospitals and research institutions.
• Drive consultancy, technology development and industry projects.
• Establish new research laboratories, Centres of Excellence and multidisciplinary research groups.
• Mentor faculty and researchers in developing competitive research proposals and high-quality publications.
• Guide Ph.D., postgraduate and undergraduate students in high-quality research and innovation projects.
• Create pathways for patents, technology transfer, licensing and commercialisation.
• Mentor student and faculty-led biotech, medtech and deep-tech startups.
• Develop international research collaborations and joint programs.
• Strengthen the department's visibility through high-impact publications, patents, funded projects, industry projects and international collaborations.
• Contribute to curriculum development with emphasis on industry relevance, emerging technologies and experiential learning.
• Represent the institution at major academic, industry and research forums nationally and internationally.
• Contribute to the strategic growth of the Department as a leading centre for applied biotechnology, translational research and innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications & Experience Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Life Sciences or a closely related discipline from a reputed institution.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in academia, with significant experience in teaching, research and academic leadership.
• Strong academic and research credentials from reputed institutions.
• Demonstrated experience in building or leading research programs, laboratories, Centres of Excellence or academic-industry initiatives.

Required Skills

• We Are Looking For Candidates with a strong track record in one or more of the following areas:
• Applied and translational biotechnology research addressing real-world industrial, healthcare, environmental or societal challenges.
• Strong industry connections and engagement with biotechnology, pharmaceutical, healthcare, diagnostics, food, agriculture, chemicals or life-sciences organisations.
• Demonstrated experience in industry-sponsored research and consultancy projects.
• Track record of securing competitive research grants and externally funded projects from government agencies and industry.
• Strong publication record in reputed international journals and conferences.
• Patents, technology development, technology transfer or commercialisation experience.
• Experience translating research into prototypes, products, processes, diagnostics or industrial solutions.
• Established national and international research collaborations with universities, research institutions and industry.
• Experience developing and managing MoUs, joint research programs, faculty/student exchanges and international academic partnerships.
• Experience in mentoring startups, deep-tech ventures or biotechnology/life-science enterprises.
• Ability to build multidisciplinary research programs across areas such as bioengineering, bioprocessing, synthetic biology, molecular biology, genomics, bioinformatics, diagnostics, biomaterials, tissue engineering, industrial biotechnology, environmental biotechnology and computational biology.
• Experience establishing or strengthening Centres of Excellence, laboratories, research groups or industry-funded facilities.
• Strong record of student mentoring, particularly in research, innovation, entrepreneurship and industry projects.
• Experience supervising Ph.D. scholars and postgraduate research students.
• Demonstrated ability to attract and develop high-quality research talent and collaborative research teams.
• Strong professional network across academia, industry, R&D organisations, healthcare institutions and startups.

Preferred Skills

• Desirable Profile Preference will be given to candidates who have:
• Academic experience at IITs, IISc, BITS Pilani, leading NITs or other reputed national/international universities.
• Significant experience working with or collaborating with leading biotechnology, pharmaceutical, healthcare or life-sciences companies.
• International academic or research experience.
• A strong record of externally funded and industry-sponsored research.
• Experience in technology translation, product development, clinical/industrial validation or technology commercialisation.
• Successful technology transfer / licensing / startup incubation experience.
• Experience building industry-funded laboratories or Centres of Excellence.
• Experience in academic administration, department leadership or institutional development.
• Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will be more than an accomplished academic.
• We are looking for a research-driven academic leader, industry connector and institution builder who can create meaningful impact at the intersection of: Biotechnology × Applied Research × Industry × Healthcare × Innovation × Entrepreneurship.
• Candidates who have demonstrated the ability to take research from laboratory to real‑world application, build long‑term partnerships and create opportunities for students, faculty and startups will be particularly valued.

Pay range and compensation package

• Department: Biotechnology
• Position: Professor / Senior Faculty
• Experience: Minimum 10 years in academia

About the Role

• What We Offer Opportunity to build and lead high-impact applied and translational research programs.
• Access to a growing research and innovation ecosystem.
• Opportunities to work closely with leading biotechnology, healthcare and life-sciences organisations.
• Support for sponsored research, consultancy and technology development.
• Opportunities to establish Centres of Excellence and specialised laboratories.