History - Professor Vacancy in Jaipur, Rajasthan
JECRC University
Full Time
Job Description
PROFESSOR - History in Jaipur, Rajasthan | University Recruitment
Jecrc University blends traditional academic values with modern teaching methods in Jaipur’s vibrant educational landscape. The university culture encourages intellectual curiosity, interdisciplinary research, and close mentorship between faculty and students. Faculty members are expected to contribute not just to classroom teaching but also to the intellectual life of the institution through seminars, workshops, and collaborative projects.
Role Summary
The position of Professor in the Department of History at Jecrc University is a full-time role designed for scholars with a strong record in historical research and teaching. This role involves leading undergraduate and postgraduate courses, guiding doctoral students, and contributing to curriculum development. The selected candidate will play a key role in shaping the academic direction of the department while maintaining a balance between teaching excellence and scholarly output.
What It Is Like Here
Jecrc University offers modern infrastructure with digital classrooms, smart lecture halls, and advanced research facilities. The campus houses specialized history archives, a well-stocked library with rare manuscripts, and dedicated research centers for medieval, modern, and contemporary Indian history. Faculty benefit from high-speed internet connectivity, 24/7 access to e-resources, and dedicated research labs for archival digitization and data analysis.
Key Responsibilities
Teach core and elective courses in History at undergraduate and postgraduate levels across the Faculty Job in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Design syllabi that integrate global and regional perspectives, with emphasis on Rajasthan’s historical legacy.
Supervise student research projects, theses, and dissertations, ensuring rigorous academic standards and timely completion. Mentor students in research methodology, source criticism, and academic writing.
Participate in academic administration, including curriculum review, exam coordination, and departmental committee assignments. Contribute to the university’s NAAC and NIRF processes through data compilation and report writing.
Engage in interdisciplinary projects with departments such as Political Science, Sociology, and International Relations. Foster collaborations with local museums, archives, and cultural institutions in Jaipur.
Publish regularly in peer-reviewed journals and present research at national and international conferences. Lead funded research projects aligned with university priorities and UGC norms.
Guide junior faculty in teaching and research, fostering a culture of academic growth within the department. Organize departmental seminars, guest lectures, and public history initiatives.
Who Can Apply
Applicants must hold a PhD in History from a recognized Indian university with at least five years of full-time teaching or research experience at the university level. A strong publication record in Scopus/Web of Science indexed journals is preferred. Candidates with prior experience in curriculum development, administrative roles, or industry collaboration will be given preference.
Experience in supervising doctoral students and securing minor/major research grants is desirable. Familiarity with digital humanities tools and archival research methods is an added advantage.
Your Growth Path
Jecrc University supports faculty development through international collaborations, visiting scholar programs, and funded conference participation. Professors are encouraged to apply for UGC-Major Research Projects, ICSSR grants, and Erasmus+ partnerships.
The university offers sabbatical leaves every five years for advanced research or teaching assignments abroad. Faculty can access seed funding for new research initiatives and seed journals in the humanities.
Conference travel grants are available annually for presenting at international history congresses. The university also supports participation in regional academic bodies like the Indian History Congress and Rajasthan History Congress.
What You Get
The salary for the History Professor position at Jecrc University ranges from Rs.45,000 to Rs.70,000 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The compensation package includes a provident fund with employer contribution, comprehensive health insurance for self and dependents, and access to campus housing subject to availability.
Additional benefits include subsidized meals in the faculty mess, free access to sports and wellness facilities, and reimbursement for approved academic books and journals. Faculty also receive leave encashment and annual festival bonuses as per university policy.
Jecrc University blends traditional academic values with modern teaching methods in Jaipur’s vibrant educational landscape. The university culture encourages intellectual curiosity, interdisciplinary research, and close mentorship between faculty and students. Faculty members are expected to contribute not just to classroom teaching but also to the intellectual life of the institution through seminars, workshops, and collaborative projects.
Role Summary
The position of Professor in the Department of History at Jecrc University is a full-time role designed for scholars with a strong record in historical research and teaching. This role involves leading undergraduate and postgraduate courses, guiding doctoral students, and contributing to curriculum development. The selected candidate will play a key role in shaping the academic direction of the department while maintaining a balance between teaching excellence and scholarly output.
What It Is Like Here
Jecrc University offers modern infrastructure with digital classrooms, smart lecture halls, and advanced research facilities. The campus houses specialized history archives, a well-stocked library with rare manuscripts, and dedicated research centers for medieval, modern, and contemporary Indian history. Faculty benefit from high-speed internet connectivity, 24/7 access to e-resources, and dedicated research labs for archival digitization and data analysis.
Key Responsibilities
Teach core and elective courses in History at undergraduate and postgraduate levels across the Faculty Job in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Design syllabi that integrate global and regional perspectives, with emphasis on Rajasthan’s historical legacy.
Supervise student research projects, theses, and dissertations, ensuring rigorous academic standards and timely completion. Mentor students in research methodology, source criticism, and academic writing.
Participate in academic administration, including curriculum review, exam coordination, and departmental committee assignments. Contribute to the university’s NAAC and NIRF processes through data compilation and report writing.
Engage in interdisciplinary projects with departments such as Political Science, Sociology, and International Relations. Foster collaborations with local museums, archives, and cultural institutions in Jaipur.
Publish regularly in peer-reviewed journals and present research at national and international conferences. Lead funded research projects aligned with university priorities and UGC norms.
Guide junior faculty in teaching and research, fostering a culture of academic growth within the department. Organize departmental seminars, guest lectures, and public history initiatives.
Who Can Apply
Applicants must hold a PhD in History from a recognized Indian university with at least five years of full-time teaching or research experience at the university level. A strong publication record in Scopus/Web of Science indexed journals is preferred. Candidates with prior experience in curriculum development, administrative roles, or industry collaboration will be given preference.
Experience in supervising doctoral students and securing minor/major research grants is desirable. Familiarity with digital humanities tools and archival research methods is an added advantage.
Your Growth Path
Jecrc University supports faculty development through international collaborations, visiting scholar programs, and funded conference participation. Professors are encouraged to apply for UGC-Major Research Projects, ICSSR grants, and Erasmus+ partnerships.
The university offers sabbatical leaves every five years for advanced research or teaching assignments abroad. Faculty can access seed funding for new research initiatives and seed journals in the humanities.
Conference travel grants are available annually for presenting at international history congresses. The university also supports participation in regional academic bodies like the Indian History Congress and Rajasthan History Congress.
What You Get
The salary for the History Professor position at Jecrc University ranges from Rs.45,000 to Rs.70,000 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The compensation package includes a provident fund with employer contribution, comprehensive health insurance for self and dependents, and access to campus housing subject to availability.
Additional benefits include subsidized meals in the faculty mess, free access to sports and wellness facilities, and reimbursement for approved academic books and journals. Faculty also receive leave encashment and annual festival bonuses as per university policy.
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