Geotechnical Engineering - Associate Professor Vacancy in Rahe, Ranchi, Jharkhand
Cambridge institute of technology
Full Time
Job Description
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR - Geotechnical Engineering in Ranchi, Jharkhand | University Recruitment
About This Role
The Geotechnical Engineering department at Cambridge Institute Of Technology is expanding its research footprint in Jharkhand’s soil mechanics and foundation engineering domains. Known for its industry-aligned curriculum and strong ties to mining and infrastructure sectors, the department regularly publishes in journals indexed by Scopus and Web of Science. The associate professor will anchor advanced courses, mentor young faculty, and lead sponsored research projects valued at up to Rs. 15 lakh per annum.
Day-To-Day Duties
Teach postgraduate courses in soil dynamics, slope stability, and ground improvement techniques to 30–40 students per batch.
Develop and deliver elective subjects such as geotechnical instrumentation and disaster-resistant design.
Supervise final-year B.Tech and M.Tech projects with a focus on Jharkhand-specific case studies.
Publish at least two Scopus-indexed papers every academic year in geotechnical engineering journals.
Guide three Ph.D. scholars and ensure timely completion of their field investigations in Ranchi’s varied soil profiles.
Organize two national workshops annually on geotechnical challenges in eastern India.
Collaborate with the Centre of Excellence for Disaster Mitigation on landslide risk mapping in the Chotanagpur plateau.
Serve as a reviewer for journals including the Indian Geotechnical Journal and Geotechnical Testing Journal.
Participate in curriculum revision committees to align courses with updated UGC model syllabi.
Eligibility Criteria
Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering from a UGC-recognized university with a minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade.
Post-doctoral research or industry experience in foundation engineering is highly desirable.
UGC-NET with JRF qualification or CSIR-NET in Engineering Sciences is mandatory.
Minimum two years of teaching or research experience in a university after Ph.D.
Candidates with publications in Q1/Q2 journals and patents in geotechnical instrumentation will receive preference.
Research Opportunities
Cambridge Institute Of Technology offers seed grants up to Rs. 3 lakh for exploratory studies on lateritic soils common in Ranchi.
Departmental collaborations exist with IIT(ISM) Dhanbad, BIT Sindri, and state agencies like the Jharkhand State Disaster Management Authority.
Funding avenues include DST-SERB Core Research Grant and industry consortia from TATA Steel and SAIL for tailings dam stability projects.
Access to advanced soil testing labs with cyclic triaxial apparatus, resonant column setups, and centrifuge modeling facilities.
Regular invitations to present findings at the Indian Geotechnical Conference and international symposia in Bangkok or Singapore.
Research Leadership
Guide doctoral students through field instrumentation in Ranchi’s problematic soils—expansive clays and soft rock formations.
Chair Ph.D. progress committees and conduct annual reviews aligned with UGC regulations.
Evaluate external Ph.D. theses from other universities on topics like reinforced earth walls and soil nailing.
Mentor junior faculty to establish independent research lines in unsaturated soil mechanics.
Coordinate interdisciplinary projects with civil-environmental engineering teams on mine rehabilitation.
What You Get
Monthly consolidated salary between Rs.45,000 and Rs.60,000 as per UGC norms for Associate Professor grade.
Contingency grant of Rs. 50,000 per year for conference travel and data acquisition.
Reimbursement of article processing charges for open-access publications up to Rs. 75,000 per annum.
Subsidized on-campus housing within 10 minutes of Rahe campus.
Comprehensive medical coverage for self and dependents under the institute’s group health scheme.
Access to subsidized canteen and transport between Ranchi city and the Rahe campus.
About This Role
The Geotechnical Engineering department at Cambridge Institute Of Technology is expanding its research footprint in Jharkhand’s soil mechanics and foundation engineering domains. Known for its industry-aligned curriculum and strong ties to mining and infrastructure sectors, the department regularly publishes in journals indexed by Scopus and Web of Science. The associate professor will anchor advanced courses, mentor young faculty, and lead sponsored research projects valued at up to Rs. 15 lakh per annum.
Day-To-Day Duties
Teach postgraduate courses in soil dynamics, slope stability, and ground improvement techniques to 30–40 students per batch.
Develop and deliver elective subjects such as geotechnical instrumentation and disaster-resistant design.
Supervise final-year B.Tech and M.Tech projects with a focus on Jharkhand-specific case studies.
Publish at least two Scopus-indexed papers every academic year in geotechnical engineering journals.
Guide three Ph.D. scholars and ensure timely completion of their field investigations in Ranchi’s varied soil profiles.
Organize two national workshops annually on geotechnical challenges in eastern India.
Collaborate with the Centre of Excellence for Disaster Mitigation on landslide risk mapping in the Chotanagpur plateau.
Serve as a reviewer for journals including the Indian Geotechnical Journal and Geotechnical Testing Journal.
Participate in curriculum revision committees to align courses with updated UGC model syllabi.
Eligibility Criteria
Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering from a UGC-recognized university with a minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade.
Post-doctoral research or industry experience in foundation engineering is highly desirable.
UGC-NET with JRF qualification or CSIR-NET in Engineering Sciences is mandatory.
Minimum two years of teaching or research experience in a university after Ph.D.
Candidates with publications in Q1/Q2 journals and patents in geotechnical instrumentation will receive preference.
Research Opportunities
Cambridge Institute Of Technology offers seed grants up to Rs. 3 lakh for exploratory studies on lateritic soils common in Ranchi.
Departmental collaborations exist with IIT(ISM) Dhanbad, BIT Sindri, and state agencies like the Jharkhand State Disaster Management Authority.
Funding avenues include DST-SERB Core Research Grant and industry consortia from TATA Steel and SAIL for tailings dam stability projects.
Access to advanced soil testing labs with cyclic triaxial apparatus, resonant column setups, and centrifuge modeling facilities.
Regular invitations to present findings at the Indian Geotechnical Conference and international symposia in Bangkok or Singapore.
Research Leadership
Guide doctoral students through field instrumentation in Ranchi’s problematic soils—expansive clays and soft rock formations.
Chair Ph.D. progress committees and conduct annual reviews aligned with UGC regulations.
Evaluate external Ph.D. theses from other universities on topics like reinforced earth walls and soil nailing.
Mentor junior faculty to establish independent research lines in unsaturated soil mechanics.
Coordinate interdisciplinary projects with civil-environmental engineering teams on mine rehabilitation.
What You Get
Monthly consolidated salary between Rs.45,000 and Rs.60,000 as per UGC norms for Associate Professor grade.
Contingency grant of Rs. 50,000 per year for conference travel and data acquisition.
Reimbursement of article processing charges for open-access publications up to Rs. 75,000 per annum.
Subsidized on-campus housing within 10 minutes of Rahe campus.
Comprehensive medical coverage for self and dependents under the institute’s group health scheme.
Access to subsidized canteen and transport between Ranchi city and the Rahe campus.
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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