SENIOR PROFESSOR OF ENGINEERING

Senior Professor of Engineering

Director

Dean

Key Responsibilities

Academic Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate engineering courses with excellence.
• Guide and mentor students in academic, research, and career development activities.
• Supervise M.Tech/Ph.D. scholars and research projects.
• Develop innovative teaching methodologies, labs, and curriculum enhancements.
• Maintain strong research output through publications, funded projects, patents, and industry collaboration.
  

Administrative & Leadership Responsibilities

• Provide academic leadership and strategic direction to departments and faculty teams.
• Oversee academic planning, NAAC/NBA accreditation processes, and quality assurance initiatives.
• Manage departmental operations, faculty development, timetables, and workload planning.
• Coordinate with industry partners, institutions, and government bodies for collaborations.
• Contribute to policy-making, institutional growth, and strategic planning.
• Ensure smooth functioning of academic and administrative activities of the college/department.
  

Research, Innovation & Outreach

• Lead major research initiatives, centre of excellence activities, and interdisciplinary projects.
• Pursue grants from national/international funding agencies.
• Build strong linkages with industry for internships, consultancy, and placements.
• Represent the university at academic conferences, seminars, and professional bodies.
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Ph.D. in Engineering (any core/specialized discipline) from a reputed university/institute.
• Minimum 10–15 years of academic experience with strong research credentials.
• Proven record of publications (SCI/Scopus), patents, funded projects, and academic contributions.
• Prior experience in administrative roles such as HoD, Dean, Director, or equivalent will be an added advantage.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team management skills.
  

Preferred Attributes

• Visionary approach toward engineering education and academic excellence.
• Ability to handle multidisciplinary responsibilities with integrity and professionalism.
• Competence in handling accreditation, regulatory compliance, and academic audits.
• Strong networking skills with academia, industry, and government agencies.
  

Compensation