Assistant Professor

Job Description: Assistant Professor - Journalism & Mass Communication

Position: Assistant Professor, Journalism & Mass Communication Experience: 5+ years of relevant experience Location: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh Department: Journalism & Mass Communication Reports to: Head of Department

About the College

Techno College is a leading institution dedicated to providing high-quality education and fostering a dynamic learning environment. We are committed to academic excellence, innovative teaching, and preparing students to become industry leaders.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced assistant professor to join our Journalism & Mass Communication department. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background and significant professional experience in the media industry. You will be responsible for teaching, mentoring students, and contributing to the department's academic and research goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Teaching & Mentoring:
• Develop and deliver engaging lectures and practical sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
• Teach a wide range of subjects, including but not limited to print journalism, broadcast journalism, digital media, media law and ethics, public relations, and advertising.
• Guide and mentor students on their academic projects, dissertations, and internships.
• Curriculum Development:
• Participate in designing and updating the curriculum to align with industry trends and UGC guidelines.
• Integrate emerging technologies and new media practices into the coursework.
• Research & Publication:
• Actively engage in research and publish scholarly work in reputable journals.
• Encourage and guide students in their research endeavors.
• Administrative & Departmental Duties:
• Assist in administrative tasks such as student admissions, examination duties, and maintaining academic records.
• Participate in departmental meetings, workshops, and college-wide events.
• Help establish and maintain strong industry connections to facilitate guest lectures, workshops, and placement opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• Educational:
• A master's degree in journalism, mass communication, or a related field with a minimum of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade).
• Must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC, CSIR, or a similar test accredited by the UGC. Candidates with a Ph.D. degree in accordance with UGC regulations are also eligible for exemption from NET.
• Experience:
• A minimum of 5 years of teaching or professional industry experience in a media organization.
• Proven experience in a combination of roles such as journalist, editor, producer, public relations specialist, or digital media strategist is highly desirable.
• Skills:
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in media-related software and equipment (e.g., video editing software, content management systems).
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• A passion for teaching and a commitment to fostering an ethical and critical understanding of media.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: ₹35,000 - ₹40,000 per month (in hand), depending on qualifications and experience.
• Benefits: As per college policies.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person