Assistant Professor - Mechanical Engineering

GITAM (Deemed to be University) is inviting faculty applications for an Assistant Professor Position in the Department of Mechanical Engineering with Robotics specialization. The candidates should have demonstrated proficiency in one or more of the following subjects (Practical knowledge is mandatory) :

• Autonomous systems and mobile robotics
• Robot dynamics and control
• Human-robot interaction
• Soft robotics and bio-inspired design
• Robotic manipulation
• Mechatronics and embedded systems
• ROS and Computer Vision

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Establish and sustain a productive research program in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence.
• Secure external funding from national agencies, industry, or foundations.
• Develop and teach UG and PG level courses in Robotics and Controls.
• Collaborate with faculty across engineering and related disciplines.
• Participate in academic advising and departmental service educational programs.
• Develop instructional objectives: Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work. Supervise student research or internship work.

Skills:

• Demonstrated potential for high-impact research in robotics
• Strong commitment to teaching excellence and mentoring students
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Education & Experience

• PhD from Accredited University with minimum teaching experience
• Experience with interdisciplinary research or collaboration
• Track record of peer-reviewed publications and potential for competitive grant funding
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching and research