Machine Learning - Associate Professor Vacancy in Rahe, Ranchi, Jharkhand
Cambridge institute of technology
Job Description
Role Summary
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Cambridge Institute Of Technology is seeking a dedicated ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR in Machine Learning to strengthen its academic and research profile. The department has established itself as a hub for innovation in applied AI, with ongoing projects funded by national agencies. Candidates with a strong background in supervised and unsupervised learning, deep learning, and real-world deployments will be preferred.
Day-To-Day Duties
Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Machine Learning, Data Mining, and AI at Rahe campus. Prepare lecture materials, lab assignments, and evaluation rubrics aligned with Cambridge Institute Of Technology’s curriculum standards. Guide students during project work, internships, and capstone submissions to ensure industry-ready outcomes.
Initiate and lead research in areas such as neural network architectures, reinforcement learning, and explainable AI. Publish findings in Scopus-indexed journals and present at national conferences like those organized by CSI Ranchi chapter. Secure external funding through DST, SERB, or industry tie-ups for collaborative projects.
Supervise Ph.D. scholars in the AI-ML domain, monitor progress, and facilitate thesis submissions. Evaluate doctoral dissertations for other universities as per UGC guidelines. Mentor junior faculty and co-guide M.Tech dissertations to build departmental research capacity.
Who Can Apply
Ph.D. in Machine Learning, Computer Science, or a closely related field from a recognized university is mandatory. Candidates with post-doctoral experience in reputed labs or industry R&D centers will be given preference. UGC-NET with JRF or CSIR-NET qualification is required if Ph.D. is not completed.
Academic Projects
Lead interdisciplinary projects combining Machine Learning with domains like healthcare analytics, smart agriculture, and energy optimization. Leverage Cambridge Institute Of Technology’s MoUs with local industries for applied research and consultancy assignments. Aim for joint publications with partner institutions across Jharkhand and eastern India.
Research Leadership
Act as a research guide for doctoral candidates pursuing topics in computer vision, NLP, or predictive modeling. Serve as external examiner for Ph.D. vivas at neighboring universities to uphold academic standards. Organize workshops on emerging ML tools such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, and AutoML platforms for faculty and students.
Salary and Benefits
The ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR position at Cambridge Institute Of Technology offers a consolidated monthly salary between Rs.45,000 and Rs.60,000 as per UGC scales. Additional research grants are available for approved projects, conference travel, and patent filings. The institute also provides subsidized on-campus accommodation and medical facilities for full-time faculty.