Professor - Psychology

Job Summary

Department / School: Psychology

Location: Faridabad, Haryana

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

The University is seeking a highly qualified, experienced, and research-oriented Professor in Psychology who will provide academic leadership in teaching, research, curriculum development, student mentoring, and institutional development in accordance with UGC regulations and University policies.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral courses in Psychology and allied areas.
• Develop, review, and update curriculum in accordance with UGC and NEP guidelines.
• Guide and supervise M.Phil. (where applicable) and Ph.D. scholars.
• Publish high-quality research papers in UGC CARE-listed, Scopus, and Web of Science-indexed journals.
• Lead funded research projects, consultancy assignments, and interdisciplinary research initiatives.
• Contribute to academic planning, Board of Studies (BoS), Academic Council, and other statutory committees.
• Organize and participate in seminars, conferences, workshops, Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs), and extension activities.
• Mentor students for academic excellence, research, and career development.
• Support NAAC, NBA, NIRF, and other accreditation and quality assurance initiatives.
• Undertake academic and administrative responsibilities assigned by the University.

Eligibility Criteria (As per UGC Norms)

• Ph.D. in Psychology from a recognized university (mandatory).
• The Ph.D. degree should have been awarded at least 05 years prior to the date of application.
• Minimum 10+ years of teaching and/or research experience in a University, College, or Accredited Research Institution/Industry.
• At least 5 years of experience at the level of Associate Professor.
• A strong record of high-quality research publications, books, sponsored research projects, patents (where applicable), and successful guidance of Ph.D. scholars.
• Fulfilment of all UGC-prescribed eligibility criteria, including the required Academic/Research Score, wherever applicable.

Desirable Skills & Competencies

• Excellent subject knowledge and teaching proficiency in Psychology.
• Strong research orientation with interdisciplinary perspective.
• Effective academic leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and academic writing skills.
• Experience in curriculum development, institutional governance, and accreditation processes.
• Commitment to innovation, academic integrity, and student-centric learning.

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