Research Track Faculty

Job Description: Research Track Faculty

Reports to: Dean / Head of Department

Position Type: Full-Time

Location: Sohna Road, Gurugram, Haryana

About KR Mangalam University

KR Mangalam University is a multidisciplinary institution committed to academic excellence, cutting-edge research, and innovation. The university fosters a dynamic learning and research ecosystem, promoting industry-academia collaboration and global outreach.

Job Purpose

The Research Track Faculty role is designed for individuals with a strong research focus. The primary responsibilities include conducting high-impact research, publishing in indexed journals, securing research grants, and mentoring research scholars, with a reduced teaching load.

Key Responsibilities

Research & Publications

• Conduct high-quality research in the relevant discipline.
• Publish in Scopus/Web of Science/ABDC A*/A listed journals (Minimum: 15 publications in the last 1 year).
• Maintain a minimum h-index of 5+ (Google Scholar or Scopus).
• Present research at high-impact international conferences.

Grants & Industry Collaboration

• Secure external research grants from government and private funding agencies (preference given to candidates with a history of securing grants).
• Lead interdisciplinary research projects and industry-sponsored studies.
• Establish partnerships with leading universities, industries, and research organizations.

Mentorship & Supervision

• Supervise Ph.D., masters, and undergraduate research projects.
• Mentor students for research competitions, patents, and publications.

Teaching & Academic Contributions

• Teach two courses per semester (reduced load to focus on research).
• Integrate research-based learning into academic programs.
• Contribute to accreditation, research policy, and academic committees.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Ph.D. in a relevant field.
• Minimum 35 research publications in Scopus/Web of Science/ABDC A*/A journals in the last 3 years.
• Minimum h-index of 5+ (Google Scholar or Scopus).
• Demonstrated ability to secure external research grants (preferred).
• Experience in Ph.D. supervision or guiding research projects.

Preferred:

• Postdoctoral research experience.
• Industry-academia collaboration or patent filings.
• Experience in interdisciplinary research and innovation.
• Skills & Competencies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent academic writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work in collaborative and interdisciplinary research environments.

Incentives & Benefits

• Attractive research incentives for publications, patents, and funding.
• Seed funding for research projects.
• Access to state-of-the-art labs and research facilities.
• Support for international conference travel and research collaborations.