Associate Professor
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Job Overview  

Our Education department is looking for a talented and experienced candidate to join us as an Associate Professor.  

As an Associate Professor, you will be responsible for lecturing students as per the university syllabus. You will also be conducting research and attending conferences. Additionally, you will have to supervise students as and when needed.  

Prior work experience as an Associate Professor or a similar job role will be an added advantage for the candidate. Moreover, you should have excellent communication skills and the ability to manage students efficiently. You should also possess outstanding time management skills and good organizational skills.  

If you can fulfill the job responsibilities of an Associate Professor, then do write to us. We would love to have a word with you.  

Responsibilities  

• Preparing lessons as per the university curriculum.  

• Researching on new topics in the syllabus.  

• Developing teaching content as per the requirements.  

• Explaining and teaching student's various concepts and theories as per your expertise.  

• Attending departmental and faculty meetings.  

• Lecturing students related to areas of expertise.  

• Selecting students for the graduation program.  

• Organizing seminars and events for the students.  

• Visiting other colleges and universities as an external resource person.  

• Suggesting improvements in the teaching methods and techniques.  

• Paying extra attention to the struggling students.  

• Offering academic support to the Assistant Professor as well as Professor.  

• Overseeing and accessing students' project work.  

• Maintaining a fun environment and engaging students.  

• Staying abreast of the latest finding in the area of your expertise.  

• Adhering to rules and regulations of the school board/ university.  

Requirements  

• Ph. D or Master’s degree in the required specialization.  

• 5+ years of work experience in the Education department as an Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Professor, or a similar role.  

• An excellent academic record is a must.  

• Ability to manage a classroom excellently.  

• Phenomenal communication skills both verbal and written.  

• Ability to complete the curriculum on time.  

• Ability to handle stressful situations.  

• Ability to research and teach efficiently.  

• Strong work ethics.  

• A pleasant and hardworking individual.  

• Outstanding presentation skills.  

• Good time management and organizational skills. 

• Good active listening abilities  

• Ability to work collaboratively.  

• Ability to work under minimal supervision.