Professor / Associate Professor Law

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.