Professor of Psychology

Chanakya University; Devanahalli; On-site; INR 900,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Chanakya University invites applications for a Professor to provide leadership in teaching, research, and academic governance. The role emphasizes delivering advanced curricula, guiding interdisciplinary research, and mentoring doctoral candidates within a vibrant university environment.

The candidate will foster research excellence, seek funding, and contribute to accreditation processes while engaging with industry and external partners to advance the university’s impact.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required with strong publication record in reputable journals.
• Minimum ten years of teaching at university/college level or equivalent research experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced undergraduate and postgraduate courses with interdisciplinary approaches.
• Lead curriculum design aligned with NEP, UGC guidelines, and departmental/university vision.
• Lead and manage research projects, pursue grants, establish labs, and publish high-impact work.
• Supervise doctoral candidates and postgraduate researchers; provide mentorship.
• Mentor junior faculty and contribute to academic planning and program development.
• Engage in community outreach and collaborations with industry and government.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Academic standards

Publications & PhD supervision

Education

Ph.D. in related discipline

10 years teaching/research experience

Job description

The role of a professor is to provide exceptional leadership, research contributions, and academic excellence to advance the university's standing and reputation. Professors are responsible for teaching advanced courses, conducting significant research, and providing guidance to students and colleagues. A Professor is an eminent scholar and educator, dedicated to promoting interdisciplinary education, research, and critical thinking among students and faculty members

Responsibilities:

Teaching and Curriculum Development:

• Delivering advanced undergraduate and postgraduate courses, incorporating diverse perspectives and interdisciplinary approaches in accordance with the principles of liberal arts education.
• Leading the design and development of cutting-edge course curricula, in line with NEP objectives, UGC guidelines, and the department's and university's vision

Research Leadership:

• Lead research projects, collaborate with other researchers, and contribute to the academic advancement of the discipline.
• Conducting significant research in the area of expertise, producing high-impact publications in prestigious national and international journals and books.
• Fostering a culture of research excellence and innovation within the department and university, encouraging faculty and students to engage in rigorous scholarly pursuits
• Pursue research grants and funding to support research initiatives and establish research centers or labs.

Doctoral and Postgraduate Supervision:

• Supervise doctoral students and postgraduate research scholars, providing academic guidance and mentorship.
• Support and facilitate the research work of scholars under their supervision.

Academic Mentorship and Leadership:

• Mentoring and advising junior faculty members and research scholars in their academic and research pursuits.
• Providing academic and career guidance to students, nurturing their intellectual growth and encouraging research initiatives.
• Assuming leadership roles within the department and contributing to academic planning, program development, and strategic decision-making.

Institution Development:

• Serve on various university committees, contributing to academic governance and decision-making processes.
• Take on leadership roles within the department, academic programs, or administrative capacities, as assigned.

Community Engagement and Outreach:

• Engage in community service, outreach programs, and public lectures to promote the university's social impact and foster external collaborations.
• Collaborate with industry, government agencies, and other academic institutions to drive research and community engagement initiatives.

Academic and Professional Development:

• Stay updated with the latest developments in the academic field and share expertise with colleagues and the academic community.
• Attend conferences, workshops, and seminars, and participate in continuous learning to enhance academic expertise.

Accreditation and Quality Assurance:

• Contribute to the accreditation process and ensure compliance with academic quality standards set by relevant accrediting bodies.

Qualifications Required

• An eminent scholar having a Ph.D. degree in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline, and published work of high quality, actively engaged in research with evidence of published work with, a minimum of 10 research publications in the peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals and a total research score of 120 as per the criteria given by UGC’s API calculation guidelines.
• A minimum of ten years of teaching experience in university/college as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor, and/or research experience at the equivalent level at the University/National Level Institutions with evidence of having successfully guided doctoral candidates.

OR

• An outstanding professional, with an established reputation in the relevant field, who has made a significant contribution to the knowledge in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline, to be substantiated by credentials.
• An outstanding research profile with significant contributions to the field of study.
• A distinguished publication record in reputable academic journals and conferences.
• Demonstrated teaching excellence and a passion for mentoring students.

Experience

12 - 15 Years

Skills Required

• Proven leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a diverse academic environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to upholding high academic standards and promoting a positive learning and research culture within the university.
• Good publications and guided PhD students, exposure to academic responsibilities.