Surveying - Associate Professor Vacancy in Rahe, Ranchi, Jharkhand
Cambridge institute of technology
Job Description
About This Role
The Surveying department at Cambridge Institute Of Technology, Rahe, Ranchi is a growing centre for geospatial education and research. Known for its strong industry linkages with firms in Jharkhand’s mining and infrastructure sectors, the department offers B.Tech and M.Tech programmes in Surveying. Research focus includes land management, remote sensing, and GIS applications in urban planning. The institute supports high-impact publications and collaborative projects with government agencies like NRSC and private players in Ranchi’s real estate boom.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching responsibilities include delivering UG and PG courses in Surveying, preparing updated syllabi aligned with UGC norms, and conducting laboratory sessions using modern equipment such as total stations and GNSS receivers. The role involves designing projects for final-year students in collaboration with local firms for real-world exposure. Research expectations include publishing at least two peer-reviewed papers annually in Scopus/WoS journals and presenting findings at national conferences like ISG and GSI symposiums.
The position requires guiding M.Tech dissertations and supervising B.Tech final-year projects with a focus on practical outcomes. Faculty members are expected to secure minor research grants from SERB, DST, or industry partners in Jharkhand. Active participation in departmental committees for curriculum revision and lab development is part of the role. Mentoring students for competitive exams like GATE and UPSC-Engineering Services is encouraged.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Surveying, Geomatics Engineering, or closely related field from a recognized university is mandatory. Preference will be given to candidates with post-doctoral research or industry experience in land surveying or GIS consultancy. UGC-NET with JRF or equivalent qualification like CSIR-NET in relevant subjects is required if Ph.D. is not completed. Minimum two years of teaching or research experience in a university or reputed engineering college is necessary.
Industry experience in surveying firms or government agencies such as Survey of India or Jharkhand Space Applications Centre will be considered advantageous. Familiarity with R&D funding mechanisms under DST or ISRO is desirable. Knowledge of geospatial software like QGIS, ArcGIS, and AutoCAD Civil 3D is expected. Language proficiency in English and Hindi with ability to communicate technical concepts clearly is required.
Research & Publications
The Surveying department at Cambridge Institute Of Technology encourages collaborative projects with institutions like BIT Mesra and IIT(ISM) Dhanbad. Faculty members are supported to apply for research grants under schemes like IMPRINT and UGC-MRP. Active involvement in consultancy projects with Ranchi Municipal Corporation or mining companies is promoted to enhance practical research output.
Publication expectations include at least two Scopus-indexed papers per year with emphasis on applied geomatics in urban and rural Jharkhand contexts. Participation in national seminars such as the annual ISG conference held in Ranchi is encouraged. Collaborations with international partners through joint publications or student exchange are supported by the institute.
Ph.D. Supervision
The role involves guiding doctoral students in areas such as land consolidation, drone-based mapping, and cadastral modernization. Faculty members are expected to serve as internal or external examiners for Ph.D. theses in Surveying-related disciplines. Regular progress reviews and thesis submission support are provided by the departmental research committee.
Supervision includes assisting students in field data collection, software training, and manuscript preparation for journal submissions. The institute offers financial support for attending international conferences where students present their work. Joint supervision with industry mentors from Jharkhand’s infrastructure sector is encouraged.
Perks and Pay
The monthly gross salary for this ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR position is Rs.45,000 to Rs.60,000 as per UGC scales, with additional research incentives for publications and funded projects. Cambridge Institute Of Technology provides research grants for field surveys, conference travel, and equipment procurement. Faculty housing near the Rahe campus is available on a shared basis for outstation candidates.
Other benefits include medical insurance coverage, access to digital libraries, and subsidized canteen facilities. The institute supports patent filing and technology transfer for innovative surveying solutions developed by faculty. Professional development funds are available for attending advanced training in geospatial technologies.