Applied Chemistry - Assistant Professor Vacancy in Rahe, Ranchi, Jharkhand
Cambridge institute of technology
Job Description
Job Overview
Cambridge Institute Of Technology is inviting applications for the ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Applied Chemistry vacancy in Ranchi. The Department of Applied Chemistry at the university maintains a strong research reputation in areas such as green chemistry, materials science, and industrial applications. The department regularly publishes in peer-reviewed journals and collaborates with national laboratories and industries across Jharkhand.
Day-to-Day Duties
The selected candidate will handle classroom teaching for undergraduate and postgraduate students enrolled in the Applied Chemistry program. Lesson planning, lecture delivery, and lab demonstration for courses like organic synthesis, analytical techniques, and polymer chemistry are part of the routine. Conducting practical sessions in the well-equipped chemistry laboratories at Cambridge Institute Of Technology is expected.
Research and publication form a core responsibility for this ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Applied Chemistry position in Ranchi, Jharkhand. Faculty members are required to publish at least two research papers annually in UGC-listed or Scopus-indexed journals. Attending national and international conferences to present findings and network with peers is encouraged.
The role includes guiding final-year project students and supervising their dissertations in applied chemistry research topics. Regular evaluation of Ph.D. scholars under the Cambridge Institute Of Technology research program is also assigned. Mentoring junior faculty and assisting in curriculum development for new courses in applied chemistry is expected.
Who Can Apply
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Applied Chemistry from a recognized university to qualify for this ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Applied Chemistry opening. Candidates with a post-doctoral fellowship or industry experience in chemical research will be given preference during selection.
Candidates who have qualified UGC-NET with JRF or CSIR-NET in Chemical Sciences are eligible even if their Ph.D. is pending submission. Minimum one year of teaching or research experience in applied chemistry is required for this faculty position. Familiarity with Jharkhand’s industrial chemistry landscape is an added advantage.
Research Opportunities
Cambridge Institute Of Technology offers collaborative research projects with Tata Steel, HEC Ranchi, and other local industries. Faculty members can apply for internal seed grants and external funding from DST, CSIR, and BRNS for applied chemistry research. Participation in interdisciplinary projects with metallurgy and environmental science departments is encouraged.
Publication support includes access to national and international journal subscriptions through the university library. Faculty are provided with APC waivers for selected journals and incentives for high-impact publications. The university also facilitates patent filing for innovative chemical processes developed by the faculty.
Doctoral Guidance
The ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Applied Chemistry position in Ranchi, Jharkhand involves guiding doctoral students in their thesis work and experimental design. Faculty members serve as research supervisors and thesis examiners for Ph.D. candidates at Cambridge Institute Of Technology. Regular progress reviews and lab monitoring are part of the mentorship duties.
External examinership for Ph.D. viva voce examinations at other universities in Jharkhand is occasionally assigned. The role includes evaluating doctoral theses and providing feedback to improve research quality. Participation in doctoral committees and research proposal reviews is expected as part of academic service.
What You Get
Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary in the range of Rs.30,000 to Rs.55,000 as per UGC norms for ASSISTANT PROFESSOR positions. Additional research grants up to Rs.2,00,000 per annum are available for approved projects through the university’s research fund.
Cambridge Institute Of Technology provides subsidized on-campus accommodation and transport facilities for faculty members. Medical insurance coverage and access to sports and cultural facilities are part of the benefits package. Professional development support for attending conferences and workshops is also provided.