Transportation Engineering - Assistant Professor Vacancy in Rahe, Ranchi, Jharkhand
Cambridge institute of technology
Full Time
Job Description
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - Transportation Engineering in Ranchi, Jharkhand | University Recruitment
About This Role
The Department of Civil Engineering at Cambridge Institute Of Technology is expanding its academic footprint in Transportation Engineering. Known for strong industry linkages and applied research, the department hosts projects funded by national agencies like SERB and DRDO. Recent publications in journals such as Transportation Research Part C and Journal of Transportation Engineering Part A have reinforced its reputation in sustainable transport systems and pavement technology.
What You Will Do
Teach core and elective courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Transportation Engineering, including Traffic Engineering, Highway Design, and Intelligent Transport Systems. Design and deliver lab sessions using software like AutoCAD Civil 3D, VISSIM, and HCS+ to ensure practical skill development among students.
Develop and submit research proposals aligned with national priorities such as Smart Cities Mission and Bharatmala Pariyojana. Collaborate with regional transport authorities and private operators in Jharkhand to address local mobility challenges.
Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals indexed in Scopus and Web of Science. Present papers at national conferences like IRC and international events organized by ASCE and WCTR Society.
Guide final-year B.Tech and M.Tech students in dissertation projects focused on rural road safety, low-cost pavement materials, and electric vehicle infrastructure in Jharkhand.
Organize expert lectures and workshops with professionals from NHAI, state PWD, and consulting firms like Egis India and AECOM India.
Contribute to curriculum design for new electives in Geospatial Technologies and Green Logistics. Align course content with emerging industry standards and regulatory frameworks.
Participate in departmental committees for NBA accreditation and NIRF ranking. Mentor students for competitive exams like GATE and UPSC Engineering Services.
Engage with local communities through outreach programs on road safety awareness and sustainable transport solutions in Ranchi district.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Transportation Engineering or Civil Engineering with specialization in Transportation is mandatory. Candidates with post-doctoral research experience in pavement materials or traffic modeling will be preferred.
For candidates without a Ph.D., UGC-NET with JRF or CSIR-NET is required along with a minimum of one year of teaching experience in Transportation Engineering at a recognized institution.
M.Tech in Transportation Engineering or Highway Engineering with first-class grades from institutions like IITs, NITs, or state technical universities is essential.
Research Opportunities
Cambridge Institute Of Technology offers seed grants up to Rs.3,00,000 for exploratory projects in rural road safety and low-volume road design. Faculty members can apply for DST-SERB Core Research Grants and ICSSR thematic projects.
Opportunities exist to collaborate with international universities through MoUs, including exchange programs with institutions in Germany and South Korea focused on smart mobility.
Regular funding is available for attending national and international conferences in transportation, including support for publication fees in open-access journals.
Ph.D. Supervision
Guide a minimum of two Ph.D. scholars per academic year in areas such as pavement performance evaluation, public transport optimization, and non-motorized transport planning.
Serve as a member on doctoral committees for external candidates and participate in thesis evaluation panels across universities in eastern India.
What You Get
Salary for the ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Job in Ranchi, Jharkhand ranges from Rs.30,000 to Rs.55,000 per month as per UGC norms, with annual increments based on performance.
Research grants up to Rs.5,00,000 are available for approved projects, including support for student assistants and conference travel within India.
Additional benefits include furnished accommodation on campus, subsidized meals at the institute canteen, and access to digital libraries and software licenses for research work.
About This Role
The Department of Civil Engineering at Cambridge Institute Of Technology is expanding its academic footprint in Transportation Engineering. Known for strong industry linkages and applied research, the department hosts projects funded by national agencies like SERB and DRDO. Recent publications in journals such as Transportation Research Part C and Journal of Transportation Engineering Part A have reinforced its reputation in sustainable transport systems and pavement technology.
What You Will Do
Teach core and elective courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Transportation Engineering, including Traffic Engineering, Highway Design, and Intelligent Transport Systems. Design and deliver lab sessions using software like AutoCAD Civil 3D, VISSIM, and HCS+ to ensure practical skill development among students.
Develop and submit research proposals aligned with national priorities such as Smart Cities Mission and Bharatmala Pariyojana. Collaborate with regional transport authorities and private operators in Jharkhand to address local mobility challenges.
Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals indexed in Scopus and Web of Science. Present papers at national conferences like IRC and international events organized by ASCE and WCTR Society.
Guide final-year B.Tech and M.Tech students in dissertation projects focused on rural road safety, low-cost pavement materials, and electric vehicle infrastructure in Jharkhand.
Organize expert lectures and workshops with professionals from NHAI, state PWD, and consulting firms like Egis India and AECOM India.
Contribute to curriculum design for new electives in Geospatial Technologies and Green Logistics. Align course content with emerging industry standards and regulatory frameworks.
Participate in departmental committees for NBA accreditation and NIRF ranking. Mentor students for competitive exams like GATE and UPSC Engineering Services.
Engage with local communities through outreach programs on road safety awareness and sustainable transport solutions in Ranchi district.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Transportation Engineering or Civil Engineering with specialization in Transportation is mandatory. Candidates with post-doctoral research experience in pavement materials or traffic modeling will be preferred.
For candidates without a Ph.D., UGC-NET with JRF or CSIR-NET is required along with a minimum of one year of teaching experience in Transportation Engineering at a recognized institution.
M.Tech in Transportation Engineering or Highway Engineering with first-class grades from institutions like IITs, NITs, or state technical universities is essential.
Research Opportunities
Cambridge Institute Of Technology offers seed grants up to Rs.3,00,000 for exploratory projects in rural road safety and low-volume road design. Faculty members can apply for DST-SERB Core Research Grants and ICSSR thematic projects.
Opportunities exist to collaborate with international universities through MoUs, including exchange programs with institutions in Germany and South Korea focused on smart mobility.
Regular funding is available for attending national and international conferences in transportation, including support for publication fees in open-access journals.
Ph.D. Supervision
Guide a minimum of two Ph.D. scholars per academic year in areas such as pavement performance evaluation, public transport optimization, and non-motorized transport planning.
Serve as a member on doctoral committees for external candidates and participate in thesis evaluation panels across universities in eastern India.
What You Get
Salary for the ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Job in Ranchi, Jharkhand ranges from Rs.30,000 to Rs.55,000 per month as per UGC norms, with annual increments based on performance.
Research grants up to Rs.5,00,000 are available for approved projects, including support for student assistants and conference travel within India.
Additional benefits include furnished accommodation on campus, subsidized meals at the institute canteen, and access to digital libraries and software licenses for research work.
About School
Cambridge Institute of Technology has a rich history in the beautiful city of Ranchi, and we're proud to say that we've been a part of this vibrant community for over two decades. Established in 2001 by the visionary Late Dr. Bahadur Singh, a renowned educationist and social reformer, our institution has grown from a humble beginnings to become one of the premier engineering institutes in the country. We've always been driven by a simple yet powerful mission: to nurture young...
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