Assistant Professor

MIT-WPUJob Description1. Job DetailsJob Title: Assistant ProfessorDepartment: BioengineeringLocation: Pune3. Key AccountabilityAcademicResponsible to conduct lectures as per the assigned workloadAssist the Associate Professor, Professor, HOS in developing the Bioengineering curriculumActive participation in academic and examination dutyConduct practicals, laboratory sessions, and tutorials as per the assigned scheduleResponsible for setting up question papersParticipate in organizing seminars, conferences, workshops, FDPs, and technical symposiumsUnderstand the skills relevant in the biomedical/biotech industry job market and provide insights to professors and HOSOrganize various training programs for students to develop technical and soft skillsOrganize study tours/industry visits to hospitals, biotech companies, and research labs for required student exposureResearch DevelopmentExpected to show a high level of proficiency in research in Bioengineering and allied areas (Biomedical Devices, Tissue Engineering, Biomaterials, Genetic Engineering, Bioinformatics, Medical Imaging, etc.)Responsible to write research papersResponsible for publishing papers nationally/internationally in peer-reviewed journals and conferencesBe a co-investigator for writing research proposals and securing grantsEncourage students to write research papers and participate in project competitionsStrategicSupport in the execution of the strategic plan of the schoolOperationalParticipate in student-related activities such as NCC, student welfare, ASG, cultural and technical events, and counseling/mentoring studentsActively participate during admissions of students and counselResponsible to work closely with students on various academic and research/lab projectsSupervise during examinationsActively be a part of organizing convocationAccompany students for rural immersion programs, study tours, yoga, internships, hospital/clinical visits, international toursResponsible to check answer sheets of students and share assessment with seniors for further student improvementAddress student issuesMaintain proper record of studentsEnsure lab safety protocols and equipment maintenance in bioengineering laboratoriesFinance and BudgetFollow the directives of professors, HOS, and Dean to utilize the budget within the academic unitCollaborationsActively be a part of National Teachers Congress, Bharatiya Chatra Sansad, National Women's Parliament and other program events/program committeesFocus on engagement with biomedical, biotech, and healthcare companies for industry collaboration, placement of students, and AlumniCollaborate with hospitals and research institutions for internships, clinical exposure, and joint researchCollaborate with CIAP and Marketing to have smooth student admissions and placements4. Person SpecificationDesired Qualification and ExperiencePreferably a Ph.D. in Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering/allied disciplinesMaster's degree with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade on a point scale wherever grading system is followed) in M.Tech/M.E. Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Biotechnology from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign universityBachelor's degree in B.Tech/B.E. Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Biotechnology preferred as the qualifying undergraduate disciplinePreferably should be NET/SET/SLET or GATE qualified as applicableA person without a Ph.D. but having a relevant Master's Degree in Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering can be considered based on their industry experience. Minimum relevant experience required: 0 to 5 yearsSubstantial leadership and management experienceA strong commitment to MIT-WPU and its vision, ambitions, and valuesPersonal attributes and styleShould possess exceptional communication skills (verbal and non-verbal)Sound knowledge of biomedical technologies, laboratory practices, and emerging trends in Bioengineering