Associate professor – technology (computer science)

Woxsen University stands at the forefront of innovation, research, and transformative education in India. With a vision to reimagine higher education and shape future-ready leaders, Woxsen is driven by interdisciplinarity, entrepreneurship, and global collaboration. The School of Technology plays a pivotal role in fostering applied research, innovation, and critical thinking in emerging areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cybersecurity, and Smart Systems.

Position Overview

The Associate Professor will contribute to advancing the academic and research excellence of the School of Technology by leading high-impact teaching, research, and institutional development initiatives in the domain of Computer Science and allied technologies. The candidate will be expected to mentor faculty and students, lead funded research projects, and foster industry and global academic partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

Academic & Teaching :

Deliver high-quality lectures at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Computer Science and related disciplines.

Develop and continuously update curricula aligned with industry trends and international standards.

Supervise student projects, internships, and dissertations.

Implement innovative pedagogy, including experiential learning, simulation-based teaching, and interdisciplinary modules.

Research & Publications :

Conduct independent and collaborative research leading to publications in Scopus / Wo S indexed journals.

Secure funded research grants from national / international agencies and industry partners.

Collaborate on interdisciplinary projects across schools (Business, Design, Liberal Arts, Architecture, etc.).

Mentor junior faculty and research scholars towards impactful research output.

Institutional & Community Engagement :

Participate actively in academic governance, curriculum development committees, and accreditation processes.

Engage in outreach initiatives, conferences, and workshops representing Woxsen’s research and innovation ecosystem.

Foster relationships with industry leaders for joint research, consulting, and placement collaborations.

Leadership :

Guide program-level academic and research development.

Lead special initiatives under Woxsen’s Centres of Excellence (AI, Sustainability, Smart Manufacturing, etc.).

Contribute to Woxsen’s interdisciplinary and innovation-driven ecosystem.

Qualifications & Experience

Education : Ph. D. in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field from a reputed institution.

Experience : Minimum of 8–10 years of academic / research experience with at least 3 years at the level of Assistant Professor or equivalent.

Publications : Proven record of high-quality research publications in reputed journals and conferences.

Preferred Areas of Expertise : Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Internet of Things (Io T), Blockchain, or related domains.

Desirable : Experience in funded research, patents, start-up / entrepreneurship initiatives, or interdisciplinary collaboration.