Distributed Systems - Associate Professor Vacancy in Udupi, Karnataka
Shri Madhwa Vadiraja Institute of Technology & Management
Job Description
Role Summary
The Shri Madhwa Vadiraja Institute Of Technology & Management invites applications for the ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR Vacancy in Karnataka for Distributed Systems. A full-time position at Udupi campus requires a PhD holder with four years of teaching or research experience. The role focuses on delivering high-quality education in distributed computing and leading academic initiatives.
What You Will Do
Teach undergraduate courses in Distributed Systems, Cloud Computing, and Parallel Algorithms. Conduct theory and lab sessions for B.Tech and MCA students. Design and evaluate course materials aligned with NBA and NAAC standards. Supervise mini-projects, internships, and lab work in the distributed systems domain. Organize workshops on emerging technologies like blockchain and edge computing. Mentor student teams for national-level competitions such as Smart India Hackathon. Collaborate with industry partners for curriculum enrichment and live projects. Contribute to departmental administrative tasks including timetable coordination and examination duties.
Master Level Teaching
Handle master-level courses such as Advanced Distributed Systems, Fault-Tolerant Computing, and Grid & Cluster Computing at M.Tech level. Guide M.Tech students in dissertation work and research publication. Organize seminars and guest lectures by industry experts. Develop problem-based learning modules for complex distributed systems concepts. Encourage interdisciplinary projects linking AI with distributed computing.
Eligibility Criteria
PhD in Computer Science/Engineering with a minimum of 55% marks from a recognized university. Must have qualified UGC-NET/CSIR-NET or equivalent national-level eligibility test. Minimum five years of teaching experience at the Assistant Professor level or equivalent. At least three publications in peer-reviewed journals with impact factor. Familiarity with tools like Hadoop, Kubernetes, and Docker is desirable. Knowledge of Kannada or local language will be an added advantage.
Your Growth Path
Promotion to Professor level requires meeting API score benchmarks as per UGC norms. Regular participation in FDPs, conferences, and research projects is expected. Contribution to funded research proposals will be encouraged. Shri Madhwa Vadiraja Institute Of Technology & Management supports faculty in pursuing higher qualifications and specialized certifications. Career growth includes administrative roles like Head of Department or Dean based on performance and institutional needs.
Salary and Benefits
The consolidated monthly salary for the ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR Distributed Systems Position in Udupi, Karnataka ranges from Rs.50,000 to Rs.65,000. Additional allowances include HRA, medical reimbursement, and travel grants as per UGC and state government rules. Faculty housing and transport facilities may be provided subject to availability. Participation in national conferences and workshops is financially supported. The institute follows UGC-defined gratuity, pension, and leave policies for permanent employees.