Faculty (Open Rank)

Plaksha University is reimagining technology education through the development of a transformational model of engineering education and research that integrates technology, design, entrepreneurship, and social sciences. We are building a thriving research and innovation ecosystem that focuses on interdisciplinary approaches and development of cutting-edge technology to address grand challenges including clean energy, sustainable agriculture, digital health and inclusive education.

Plaksha, as a greenfield university, is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Faculty at Plaksha have a unique opportunity to shape the foundation and direction of the university, to make a significant impact on its grand vision, to change the landscape of technology education and contribute to solving grand challenges.

We invite academicians who are passionate about interdisciplinary and impactful research and teaching to apply for tenure-track/tenured/visiting faculty positions. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, computer science, AI/ML, cybersecurity, data science, applied mathematics, statistics, economics, robotics, cyber-physical systems, bio-systems engineering, operations research, computational social science, and design thinking.

PhD scholars and postdoctoral fellows who are keen to start their academic career are also encouraged to apply. For exceptional candidates, Chair Faculty positions are also available.

WHY SHOULD YOU CONSIDER PLAKSHA AS YOUR CAREER OPTION

Plaksha University provides its faculty with access to a collegial working environment, seed funding, mentorship from top researchers, and other support so they can realize their full potential as researchers in their respective fields.

• Attractive salary structure and compensation (~40-70% higher than premier public institutions in India)
• Attractive start-up research grants to the tune of INR 25,00,000 (USD 30,000) to assist in initiating research
• Professional Development Allowance to encourage registration with professional bodies, attendance at seminars or conferences, subscription to journals and similar expenses for continuous career development
• Consulting opportunity for 1 day a week with 90% revenue share to faculty; support with making industry connections in leading corporates and start-ups through a dedicated Center for Corporate Partnerships and Careers
• 2 summer months as mini-sabbatical at a reputed research-focused international university supported for tenure-track assistant professors
• 1-on-1 mentorship from top academicians in one’s research area
• Support for research and teaching through university sponsored fellowships for Ph.D. students and research fellows
• High degree of freedom, flexibility & autonomy to define curriculum and pedagogy
• Opportunity to interact and collaborate with colleagues educated and trained in top Institutions and access to a unique eco-system of 100 founders with proven entrepreneurial track record
• Opportunity to build a greenfield institution and play a role in shaping the fabric of the university and its role in the world.
• Fast-tracked opportunities for academic leadership positions
• A dedicated Office of Research that provides assistance on research administrative issues and support with grant proposals

Flexible Career Tracks:

• Tenure-track/tenured positions
• Visiting and adjunct positions with pre-defined time commitments
• Professor of Practice
• Research scientist
• Joint industry appointments

Role & Responsibilities

The responsibilities include teaching at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral level including the development of innovative curriculum and pedagogy, conducting research, and helping to build research centers & laboratories of global eminence, along with innovative curriculum and pedagogy. Faculty are expected to:

• Teach up to 4 courses per year (1 course = 3 credits = up to 42 contact hours per semester)
• Contribute to Plaksha’s research mission by participating in its world-class research program that involves supervising undergraduate and graduate students, PhD scholars, and post-doctoral fellows
• Raise research funds through government and private agencies and international consortiums.

A Ph.D. from a world class university with an excellent track record of intellectual impact. Some international experience is desirable.

Applicants should send their (1) Cover letter, (2) Resume covering biographical, demographic, research interest information, and list of publications, (3) Teaching statement expressing views on interdisciplinary education and a list of courses that the applicant can teach at an undergraduate level that are relevant to Plaksha's programs and curriculum, (4) Research statement, (5) Impact Statement describing their academic, entrepreneurial and industrial experience, (6) a list of three references, and (7) at least two representative research papers.

There is no deadline for faculty position applications, rather applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The appointment dates are flexible and will start as early as August 2024. For more information and access to the application portal, please visit: www.plaksha.edu.in/faculty. You may also contact us via email at academic.relations@plaksha.edu.in for any questions.