Professor of Practice

Vivekananda Global University; Jaipur; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Vivekananda Global University (VGU), Jaipur, invites applications from accomplished professionals for the position of Professor of Practice across its diverse faculties. The role strengthens the interface between academia and industry by bringing contemporary knowledge, real-world experience and professional networks into the university ecosystem.

Engagement is fixed-term with options for full-time, part-time, honorary, or industry-sponsored baselines.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of significant professional experience, preferably with senior/leadership level.
• Distinguished professional track record and demonstrable achievements in the relevant domain.
• Strong industry networks and contemporary domain knowledge.
• Ability to translate professional experience into meaningful student learning and institutional contribution.

Responsibilities

• Deliver industry-oriented teaching, masterclasses, workshops and practitioner-led sessions.
• Develop case studies, simulations, live projects and experiential learning activities.
• Mentor students on practical applications of concepts and emerging industry practices.
• Contribute to curriculum design and industry inputs; identify skills and technologies required by industry.
• Support internships, live projects and industry visits; facilitate industry partnerships and MoUs.

Job description

Vivekananda Global University (VGU), Jaipur is inviting applications from accomplished industry leaders, senior professionals, entrepreneurs, practitioners, consultants, technologists, policymakers and domain experts for the position of Professor of Practice across its diverse academic faculties.

The Professor of Practice will play a pivotal role in strengthening the interface between academia and industry by bringing contemporary professional knowledge, real-world experience, industry practices, innovation and professional networks into the University's academic ecosystem.

This is an opportunity for experienced professionals to contribute to the development of future-ready talent while continuing to make a meaningful impact in their respective domains.

Key Responsibilities

1. Industry-Oriented Teaching & Learning

• Deliver expert lectures, masterclasses, workshops and practitioner-led sessions.
• Bring real-world business, industry and professional situations into the classroom.
• Develop and facilitate case studies, simulations, live projects and experiential learning activities.
• Mentor students on practical applications of concepts and emerging industry practices.
• Contribute to professional certification and skill-development initiatives.
• Provide industry inputs for curriculum design, review and revision.
• Identify emerging skills, technologies and professional competencies required by industry.
• Develop industry-oriented modules, electives, case studies and practical assignments.
• Support the integration of contemporary tools, technologies and professional practices into academic programmes.
• Mentor students on career planning, professional development and industry readiness.
• Support students with live industry projects, internships and professional assignments.
• Conduct mock interviews, industry-readiness sessions and career mentoring.
• Guide student entrepreneurs, innovators and project teams.
• Develop and strengthen relationships between VGU and industry/professional organizations.
• Facilitate industry visits, internships, live projects and corporate engagements.
• Identify opportunities for MoUs, sponsored projects, consultancy and executive education.
• Facilitate interaction between students, faculty and leading professionals.
• Mentor start-ups and student entrepreneurs.
• Support innovation challenges, hackathons, incubation and entrepreneurial initiatives.
• Provide industry problem statements for student projects.
• Facilitate access to industry networks, mentors, investors and professional ecosystems.

6. Research, Consultancy & Applied Projects

• Collaborate with VGU faculty on applied research and industry projects.
• Contribute to consultancy, sponsored research, white papers, industry reports and case development.
• Facilitate industry-sponsored projects and real-world problem-solving initiatives.

7. Faculty Development

• Share contemporary industry knowledge and professional practices with faculty members.
• Conduct faculty development sessions, industry immersion programmes and practitioner workshops.
• Support faculty in developing industry-oriented cases, projects and experiential learning methodologies.

8. Institutional Contribution

• Participate in seminars, conferences, conclaves, advisory boards and institutional initiatives.
• Support executive education and Management/Professional Development Programmes.
• Contribute to enhancing VGU's industry visibility and professional ecosystem.

Who Can Apply?

VGU welcomes applications from accomplished professionals with significant expertise and demonstrated impact in areas such as:

• Business & Management
• Finance & Banking
• Accounting & Commerce
• Human Resources
• Business Analytics & Data Analytics
• Artificial Intelligence & Generative AI
• Cybersecurity & Cloud Computing
• Design
• Law & Corporate Legal Practice
• Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Nursing
• Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy
• Agriculture & Agribusiness
• Hospitality & Tourism
• Journalism, Media & Communication
• Humanities & Social Sciences
• Public Policy & Governance
• Sustainability & ESG
• Emerging and interdisciplinary domains.

Candidates should preferably have:

• 15+ years of significant professional experience, preferably with substantial experience at a senior/leadership level.
• A distinguished professional track record and demonstrable achievements in the relevant domain.
• Strong industry/professional networks and contemporary domain knowledge.
• The ability to translate professional experience into meaningful student learning and institutional contribution.

In accordance with the UGC Guidelines for Engaging Professor of Practice in Universities and Colleges, exceptional professional expertise and demonstrated achievements are central to the role; conventional academic eligibility requirements applicable to regular faculty positions are not the primary basis for this engagement.

Professionals from industry, entrepreneurship, government, public service, professional practice, technology, consulting, creative industries, healthcare, social sector and other relevant fields are encouraged to apply.

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are particularly interested in professionals who have demonstrated:

• Leadership at senior levels
• Significant industry or professional achievements
• Strong problem-solving and strategic capabilities
• Ability to mentor young professionals
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Passion for education and knowledge sharing
• Innovation and entrepreneurial mindset
• Ability to build industry-academia partnerships
• Willingness to engage with students and faculty
• Commitment to developing future-ready talent.

Engagement

The engagement will be on a fixed-term basis, in accordance with applicable UGC guidelines and VGU policies.

Engagement may be considered on a:

• Full-Time basis
• Part-Time basis
• Honorary basis
• Industry-Sponsored basis

The position is intended as a professional engagement and is distinct from a conventional regular faculty appointment.

Why Join VGU as a Professor of Practice?

At VGU, you will have the opportunity to:

• Shape the next generation of professionals and leaders.
• Bring your industry expertise into the classroom.
• Mentor aspiring entrepreneurs and innovators.
• Build meaningful industry-academia collaborations.
• Work with faculty on applied research and consultancy.
• Contribute to curriculum transformation.
• Influence emerging talent across multiple disciplines.
• Participate in a dynamic, multidisciplinary university ecosystem.