Professor / Associate Professor : Agriculture Sciences

Associate Professor / Professor Department of Agricultural Science & Engineering at Rama University, Kanpur:

📌 Job Title: Associate Professor / Professor
📍 Department: Agricultural Science & Engineering
🏢 Institution: Rama University, Kanpur
🕒 Employment Type: Full-time

📅 Experience Required:

• Associate Professor: Minimum 8 years teaching/research/industry experience
  
• Professor: Minimum 10 years teaching/research/industry experience including at least 3 years at the level of Associate Professor
  

Job Summary

We are seeking dynamic and experienced academic professionals for the post of Associate Professor / Professor in the Department of Agricultural Science & Engineering. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background, a record of scholarly research, and a commitment to teaching, mentoring, and guiding students in agricultural science, technology, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Academics

• Deliver lectures and practical sessions in core areas such as Agronomy, Soil Science, Horticulture, Crop Science, Agricultural Engineering, etc.
  
• Design and update curriculum as per latest UGC/ICAR/AICTE standards.
  
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects and theses.
  
• Mentor and guide students academically and professionally.
  

Research & Development

• Undertake high-quality research and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
  
• Apply for research grants from government and private agencies.
  
• Collaborate with national and international institutions for research and consultancy.
  

Administrative & Departmental Duties

• Participate in departmental activities, committees, and academic planning.
  
• Contribute to institutional development initiatives.
  
• Support the development of laboratories, research farms, and field trials.
  

Industry & Extension Interface

• Foster partnerships with agro-industries, NGOs, and rural development bodies.
  
• Organize training programs, field visits, and agricultural extension activities.
  

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Agricultural Science / Agricultural Engineering or relevant allied discipline.
  
• M.Sc. / M.Tech in relevant subject with first class.
  

Experience:

• As per UGC/ICAR/AICTE norms.
  
• Proven track record in research publications, patents, projects, and academic leadership (especially for Professor role).
  

Preferred Skills:

• Strong subject expertise and hands-on field knowledge
  
• Experience in curriculum development and academic leadership
  
• Excellent communication, mentoring, and interpersonal skills
  
• Familiarity with outcome-based education and modern pedagogy
  

Location

Rama University, Mandhana, Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh)

Remuneration

Commensurate with qualifications, experience, and as per university norms.