Engineering Physics - Professor Vacancy in Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Tulas Institute
Job Description
About This Role
Tulas Institute invites applications for the position of Professor in Engineering Physics, a role central to the university’s expanding research footprint in applied sciences. The department maintains active collaborations with DRDO, CSIR and IITs, focusing on areas like nanotechnology, semiconductor physics and renewable energy materials. The incumbent will lead a growing group of researchers and contribute to the institute’s rising reputation in Uttarakhand’s academic landscape.
Key Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Engineering Physics, ensuring alignment with UGC model curricula and industry expectations in Dehradun’s technical ecosystem. Supervise MTech dissertations and guide final-year BTech projects, maintaining a balance between theoretical depth and practical relevance for local industries.
Drive sponsored research projects, targeting grants from SERB, UGC and state-level innovation funds to strengthen Tulas Institute’s research infrastructure. Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals indexed in Scopus and Web of Science, with a preference for open-access platforms to enhance visibility among national and international peers.
Contribute to curriculum design for new programmes in emerging domains such as quantum technologies and smart materials, aligning offerings with regional skill demands. Organize national seminars and workshops in collaboration with professional bodies like the Indian Physics Association, Dehradun chapter, to foster academic exchange.
Required Qualifications
A PhD in Engineering Physics or Applied Physics from a recognized university is mandatory, with a minimum of six years of teaching and research experience at the postgraduate level. Candidates with post-doctoral research experience and industry exposure in semiconductor fabrication or renewable energy storage will receive preference during selection.
UGC-NET with JRF or CSIR-NET qualification is required; those without NET but holding a PhD must demonstrate equivalent academic credentials through sustained publications and funded projects. Familiarity with AICTE norms and NAAC assessment frameworks will be an added advantage for institutional compliance.
Research Opportunities
Tulas Institute provides seed funding for high-impact projects in collaboration with regional industries such as ONGC and Indian Immunologicals, Dehradun, facilitating technology transfer and consultancy income. Faculty members can avail institutional support for patent filing and incubation of student startups under the Atal Innovation Mission.
Regular workshops on grant writing and manuscript preparation are conducted by senior professors to enhance proposal success rates among junior faculty. The university maintains subscriptions to IEEE Xplore, ScienceDirect and SpringerLink, ensuring access to the latest research in Engineering Physics.
Doctoral Guidance
Supervise doctoral candidates enrolled in the PhD programme in Engineering Physics, from topic finalization to thesis submission, ensuring timely completion aligned with UGC guidelines. Serve as external examiner for PhD vivas at other universities, contributing to the academic rigor of the discipline across Uttarakhand.
Participate in doctoral committees, providing interdisciplinary insights where projects intersect with mechanical engineering or materials science, reflecting Tulas Institute’s collaborative research culture.
What You Get
The monthly emoluments range from Rs.70,000 to Rs.120,000, as per UGC seventh pay recommendations, with additional research grants for approved projects. Residential accommodation on campus may be offered based on availability and institutional policy.
Professional development support includes funding for attending international conferences and short-term research visits to partner institutions abroad. Comprehensive medical coverage and group insurance are provided under the university’s welfare scheme for faculty and their dependents.