Machine Design - Professor Vacancy in Rahe, Ranchi, Jharkhand
Cambridge institute of technology
Job Description
Role Summary
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Cambridge Institute Of Technology is a dynamic centre for innovation in Machine Design. Known for its strong research culture, the department regularly publishes in top-tier journals and hosts national conferences on design optimization and robotics. Industry collaborations with Ranchi-based firms ensure that academic work translates into practical impact.
What You Will Do
Teach advanced courses in Machine Design, Finite Element Analysis, and CAD/CAM to postgraduate and undergraduate students at Cambridge Institute Of Technology. Contribute to curriculum development by introducing modules on Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing systems.
Lead funded research projects in areas such as composite material design, vibration analysis, or additive manufacturing for aerospace components. Publish findings in SCI-indexed journals and present at international conferences to strengthen the university’s research profile.
Guide final-year B.Tech and M.Tech students in capstone projects and dissertation work. Supervise doctoral scholars pursuing Ph.D. in Machine Design-related specializations. Serve on departmental committees for accreditation, lab development, and industry-academia partnerships.
Who Can Apply
A Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering with specialization in Machine Design is mandatory. Candidates with post-doctoral research experience from reputed institutions will be preferred. UGC-NET with JRF qualification is required if Ph.D. is not completed.
Minimum five years of teaching and research experience in a university or autonomous college is essential. Experience in guiding Ph.D. scholars and securing external research funding is highly desirable. Knowledge of software like ANSYS, SolidWorks Simulation, or MATLAB is expected.
Academic Projects
Cambridge Institute Of Technology encourages faculty to lead collaborative projects with IITs, NITs, and CSIR labs. Current initiatives include design of lightweight structures for electric vehicles and development of AI-based fault detection systems in mechanical assemblies.
The university provides seed grants of up to Rs. 5 lakh for exploratory projects and up to Rs. 25 lakh for multi-year programmes funded by DST, SERB, or industry partners. Recent publications in journals such as Materials & Design and International Journal of Machine Tools & Manufacture highlight the department’s research strength.
Doctoral Guidance
As a PROFESSOR in Machine Design at Cambridge Institute Of Technology, you will mentor doctoral candidates from registration to thesis submission. Responsibilities include approving research proposals, conducting progress reviews, and serving as examiner for external Ph.D. evaluations.
The university hosts an active Ph.D. programme with scholars working on topics like biomechanical implants, renewable energy systems, and smart materials. Faculty are expected to publish jointly with their students and present at national seminars.
Perks and Pay
The salary for the PROFESSOR Machine Design Position in Ranchi, Jharkhand ranges from Rs.60,000 to Rs.90,000 per month as per UGC norms, with annual increments. Additional research grants of Rs. 2 lakh to Rs. 5 lakh per project are available for approved proposals.
Cambridge Institute Of Technology offers furnished accommodation on campus at subsidised rates, along with medical insurance for the faculty member and dependents. Professional development support includes funding for attending international conferences and short courses in advanced simulation tools.