Research-Track Faculty
Applications are invited from suitable candidates for Research-Track Faculty (Assistant/Associate Research Professor) positions in the following area:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Cloud Computing
- Database Management Systems
- Software Engineering
- High Performance Computing
- Cybersecurity
- Data Science
- Computer Architecture / Embedded Systems
Minimum Eligibility
- Ph.D. in the relevant discipline from a recognized university or institution.
- A strong academic and research record appropriate to the candidate’s research field.
- Demonstrated ability to undertake independent research.
Desirable Qualifications
- Postdoctoral or equivalent research experience.
- Experience in obtaining or contributing to externally funded research projects.
- Demonstrated interdisciplinary or collaborative research experience.
Tenure (Contractual)
Initial contract period is for 3 years, which may be renewed based on satisfactory performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Establish and pursue high-quality interdisciplinary research in the area of specialization;
- Teach two (2) courses per academic year in the relevant area of expertise;
- Publish research in reputed journals, conferences, books, patents;
- Develop and secure competitive national and international research funding;
- Engage in collaborative research with academia, industry, and external organizations;
- Contribute to research centres, laboratories, research groups, and institutional initiatives;
- Contribute to curriculum development and academic programme enhancement;
- Mentor and co-supervise undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and project students;
- Develop research opportunities offering students hands-on experience; and
- Participate in consultancy, technology transfer, translational research, and other academic-administrative responsibilities.
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Screening of applications.
- Initial evaluation by respective Area-FRC.
- Teaching demonstration.
- Final presentation and interview.
Applicants should email (i) a detailed CV; (ii) a statement on teaching interests; (iii) a statement on research expertise; and (iv) names and contact details of three references to dean_faculty@dau.ac.in.
Subject line: Research-Track Faculty
Minimum salary for Assistant Research Professor is INR 18 – 25 Lakh per annum.
(Exceptionally qualified and experienced candidates may be considered for higher compensation and additional incentives commensurate with their credentials, achievements, and potential contributions.)
Health insurance; Professional Development Allowances; Children education allowance; Research incentive, Vacation leave as per the regular faculty norms.
