Signal Processing - Assistant Professor Vacancy in Udupi, Karnataka
Shri Madhwa Vadiraja Institute of Technology & Management
Job Description
About This Role
The ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Signal Processing position at Shri Madhwa Vadiraja Institute Of Technology & Management is a full-time role in Udupi, Karnataka. The department is building a strong research reputation in digital signal processing, wireless communication, and embedded systems. Faculty members are encouraged to publish in Scopus and Web of Science indexed journals. The institute maintains active collaborations with industries in Udupi and Mangalore to align teaching with real-world applications.
Key Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Signal Processing with clear emphasis on DSP algorithms and applications. Develop and update curriculum to include recent advancements in machine learning-based signal processing techniques. Supervise final-year B.Tech projects and M.Tech dissertations in signal processing domains.
Lead research projects in areas such as biomedical signal processing, speech enhancement, or radar signal processing. Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at national and international conferences. Secure external funding through agencies like DST, AICTE, or industry partners for sustained research activity.
Contribute to the institution’s research culture by organizing seminars, workshops, and short-term courses in signal processing. Mentor junior faculty and students in research methodology and paper writing. Participate in curriculum design committees and contribute to syllabus revisions aligned with UGC norms.
Required Qualifications
PhD in Electronics and Communication Engineering with specialization in Signal Processing is mandatory. Candidates with post-doctoral research experience will be preferred for this ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Signal Processing vacancy in Udupi. UGC-NET with JRF qualification is required if PhD is not completed, as per UGC regulations for university recruitment.
Minimum one year of teaching or research experience in a recognized institution is required. Hands-on experience with MATLAB, Python, or LabVIEW for signal processing simulations is essential. Familiarity with hardware platforms like FPGA or DSP processors is desirable.
Research Opportunities
Shri Madhwa Vadiraja Institute Of Technology & Management provides seed funding for new faculty to initiate research projects in signal processing. Collaborative projects with Mangalore University and NITK Surathkal are encouraged for interdisciplinary work. Opportunities exist to work on funded projects in speech processing for local Kannada language applications.
Faculty can apply for grants under schemes like SERB Core Research Grant or AICTE RPS to strengthen lab infrastructure. The institute supports open-access publications and provides APC support for Scopus-indexed journals. Joint supervision of PhD scholars with industry mentors is encouraged to enhance practical relevance.
Doctoral Guidance
As an ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Signal Processing in Udupi, Karnataka, the faculty member will guide doctoral students in defining research problems and methodologies. Assist in thesis evaluation for external PhD candidates and serve on doctoral committees at Shri Madhwa Vadiraja Institute Of Technology & Management. Encourage students to publish in conference proceedings and journals indexed in Scopus or Web of Science.
Organize periodic review meetings to monitor progress and provide constructive feedback. Support students in applying for research internships and presenting work at national conferences like NCVPRIPG or IEEE INDICON. Foster a culture of academic integrity and ethical research practices among research scholars.
Salary and Benefits
The ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Signal Processing position in Udupi, Karnataka offers a monthly salary between Rs.30,000 and Rs.50,000 as per UGC norms for entry-level faculty. Additional research grants are available for approved projects and conference participations. The institute provides medical insurance, accommodation support, and access to computational labs and software tools.
Faculty members receive travel support for presenting research at national and international events. Professional development funds are allocated annually for attending workshops or certification courses. The work culture at Shri Madhwa Vadiraja Institute Of Technology & Management emphasizes work-life balance and academic freedom.