Associate Professor

Position: Associate Professor - BBA

School / Institute: MIT College of Management

Experience: A minimum of 8 years of teaching/research/industry experience, with at least 3 years post-Ph.D.

Reporting to: Head of Department / Principal

Location: MIT ADT University, Vishwaraj Baug, Loni Kalbhor, Pune, Maharashtra

Position Summary

MIT College of Management (MITCOM) is seeking a seasoned and research-oriented academic for the position of Associate Professor to lead and teach within the BBA Program. The candidate will be responsible for advanced teaching, mentoring junior faculty, steering departmental research, and contributing significantly to curriculum development and institutional growth, in strict compliance with the latest AICTE/UGC norms for management faculty.

Key Responsibilities

1. Advanced Teaching and Pedagogy

• Deliver engaging and conceptual lectures, tutorials, and seminars for BBA students across various core and elective management subjects (e.g., Marketing, Finance, HR, Operations, Business Law, Entrepreneurship).
• Lead the development of contemporary and industry-relevant BBA curriculum, incorporating case studies, simulations, and experiential learning methods.
• Mentor and guide undergraduate student projects, dissertations, and internships.
• Foster an effective learning environment and adopt innovative teaching methodologies

2. Research Leadership and Publication

• Maintain an active and robust research agenda, leading to the publication of high-quality research papers in UGC-CARE/Scopus/Web of Science indexed journals.
• Guide Ph.D. scholars (if recognized as a Ph.D. Supervisor) and mentor Assistant Professors in their research endeavors.
• Secure and execute sponsored research projects, grants, and consultancy assignments.
• Act as a reviewer or editor for academic journals or conference proceedings.

3. Institutional Development and Administration

• Take on leadership roles such as Department Head, Coordinator, or Chairperson of key institutional committees (e.g., Curriculum Review, Examination, Anti-Ragging).
• Drive quality initiatives like NBA/NAAC accreditation and compliance with regulatory bodies.
• Establish strong industry linkages for collaborative research, student training, and placements.
• Participate actively in faculty recruitment, mentoring, and professional development programs.

Eligibility Criteria (As per AICTE/UGC Regulations)

The minimum qualifications for the direct recruitment of an Associate Professor (Management) must adhere strictly to the latest AICTE/UGC regulations:

1. Educational Qualification

• Ph.D. degree in the relevant/allied discipline(s) is mandatory.
• Master's Degree (MBA/PGDM/M.Com./etc.) in a relevant management discipline with First Class or equivalent (minimum 60%) at the Masters level.
• Consistently good academic record throughout.

2. Experience

• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in teaching and/or research in an academic/research position equivalent to that of Assistant Professor in a University, College, or Accredited Research Institution OR Eight (8) years of relevant industry experience in a senior managerial or equivalent position, combined with academic qualifications, with at least 3 years post-Ph.D..

3. Research & Publications

• Research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals & Research projects undertaken or completed or guided must be as per the criteria mentioned in the relevant UGC/AICTE regulations.
• The total research score must be as per the criteria mentioned in the relevant UGC/AICTE regulations.

Desirable Skills and Attributes

• Proven leadership and team management capabilities.
• Expertise in curriculum design for undergraduate management programs.
• Demonstrated ability to innovate in teaching, including using blended learning and educational technology.
• Strong network within the corporate sector and academic community.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.