Genetics And Plant Breeding - Assistant Professor Vacancy in Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Tulas Institute
Job Description
About This Role
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - Genetics And Plant Breeding Vacancy in Dehradun at Tulas Institute is open for full-time faculty recruitment. The role focuses on teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students in genetics, plant breeding, and related disciplines. Candidates with a passion for agricultural sciences and research aptitude are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct lectures, practical sessions, and lab demonstrations for B.Sc. and M.Sc. students in Genetics And Plant Breeding. Design and update course curricula as per UGC guidelines and industry needs. Evaluate student performance through assignments, seminars, and examinations regularly.
Plan and execute field visits and lab experiments for hands-on learning in plant breeding techniques. Guide students in selecting research topics for dissertations and project work at master’s level. Collaborate with faculty across departments for interdisciplinary research projects.
Organize workshops, guest lectures, and seminars on recent advances in plant genetics and biotechnology. Maintain accurate records of academic progress, attendance, and research activities. Participate in departmental meetings, faculty development programs, and university events.
Postgraduate Students
Supervise M.Sc. students in Genetics And Plant Breeding during their dissertation phase. Assist students in data collection, statistical analysis, and thesis writing under academic mentorship. Encourage publication of research findings in peer-reviewed journals for academic growth.
Guide students in preparing research proposals for funding from ICAR, DBT, or UGC schemes. Organize field-based research activities in collaboration with local agricultural institutions. Support students in presenting their work at national and state-level conferences.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Genetics, Plant Breeding, Agricultural Biotechnology, or related field with minimum 55% marks. NET/SLET qualified candidates are preferred; those without NET may apply if Ph.D. is completed as per UGC norms.
Minimum 1 year of teaching or research experience in a recognized institution. Publications in Scopus/Web of Science indexed journals are desirable for career progression.
Career Opportunities
Promotion to Associate Professor at Tulas Institute depends on API score compliance as per UGC regulations. Faculty members are encouraged to enhance their academic profile through research, consultancy, and professional development.
Participation in national seminars, workshops, and collaborative projects is supported for career advancement. Contributions to curriculum design and institutional accreditation processes are recognized in annual appraisals.
Salary and Benefits
Salary for the ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Genetics And Plant Breeding Position in Dehradun, Uttarakhand is Rs.40,000 to Rs.55,000 per month. Allowances such as HRA, medical, and travel reimbursements are provided as per UGC and state government norms.
Faculty members receive support for attending conferences and research funding opportunities. Tulas Institute offers a conducive academic environment with access to modern labs and library resources.