Professor / Associate Professor Law

Job Description

Associate Professor / Professor Department of Law at Rama University, Kanpur : Job Title: Associate Professor / Professor Law Department: Faculty of Juridical Sciences (Law) Location: Rama University, Kanpur Employment Type: Full-Time Experience: Associate Professor: Minimum 8 years of teaching/research experience (including 3 years as Assistant Professor) Professor: Minimum 10 years of teaching/research experience with a proven track record of publications and academic leadership Job Summary: Rama University invites applications from dynamic and experienced legal scholars for the post of Associate Professor / Professor in the Department of Law. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background, excellent teaching and research credentials, and a passion for mentoring law students and junior faculty. The role includes contributing to curriculum development, legal research, legal aid initiatives, and academic administration. Key Responsibilities: Teaching & Academic: Deliver lectures and conduct seminars, workshops, and tutorials in core and elective law subjects. Mentor students on academic, career, and research matters. Design, revise, and update curricula in line with UGC, BCI, and Rama University norms. Supervise LLM dissertations and Ph.D. theses. Research & Publications: Engage in high-quality legal research and publish in reputed UGC/Scopus-indexed journals. Participate in national and international conferences and legal symposiums. Apply for funded research projects and collaborate on interdisciplinary research. Administrative & Developmental: Contribute to departmental activities, accreditation processes (e.g., NAAC, BCI), and university governance. Guide junior faculty members and participate in faculty development programs. Serve on university committees and take on administrative responsibilities as assigned. Extension & Legal Aid: Promote legal awareness through outreach and legal aid camps. Collaborate with NGOs, bar associations, and government bodies on legal literacy initiatives. Eligibility Criteria: For Associate Professor: Educational Qualification: Ph.D. in Law with a good academic record. Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience in teaching/research in a recognized institution or law practice with research contributions. Publications: Minimum 7 research publications in UGC-CARE/Scopus journals. For Professor: Educational Qualification: Ph.D. in Law with an excellent academic background. Experience: Minimum 10 years in teaching/research with significant academic leadership. Publications: Minimum 10 quality publications and successful Ph.D. supervision. Desirable Qualities: Proven record in curriculum development and research guidance. Strong knowledge of emerging areas of law such as cyber law, IPR, international law, constitutional studies, etc. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Active participation in bar councils, legal forums, or policy-making bodies. Salary & Benefits: Salary as per UGC norms and commensurate with experience. Research incentives, publication grants, and opportunities for funded projects. Accommodation and other campus facilities as per University policy.