Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor
of Applied Mathematics and Statistics Plaksha, as a greenfield university, is a once in a
lifetime opportunity. Faculty at Plaksha have a unique opportunity to shape the
foundation and direction of the university, to make a significant impact on its
grand vision, to change the landscape of technology education and contribute to
solving grand challenges. We are building a thriving research and innovation
ecosystem that focuses on interdisciplinary approaches and development of
cutting-edge technology to address grand challenges including clean energy,
sustainable agriculture, equitable health and inclusive education. We invite academicians who are passionate about
interdisciplinary and impactful research and teaching to apply for faculty
positions in Applied Mathematics and Statistics. PhD scholars and postdoctoral fellows who are keen
to start their academic career are encouraged to apply. For exceptional
candidates, Chair Faculty positions are also available.
WHY
SHOULD YOU CONSIDER PLAKSHA AS YOUR CAREER OPTION Plaksha University provides its faculty with access
to a collegial working environment, seed funding, mentorship from top researchers,
and other support so they can realize their full potential as researchers in
their respective fields. - Attractive salary structure and compensation (~40-70%
higher than premier public institutions in India)
- Attractive start-up research grants to the tune of INR
25,00,000 (USD 30,000) to assist in initiating research
- Professional Development Allowance to encourage registration
with professional bodies, attendance at seminars or conferences, subscription
to journals and similar expenses for continuous career development
- Consulting opportunity for 1 day a week with 90%
revenue share to faculty; support with making industry connections in leading
corporates and start-ups through a dedicated Center for Corporate Partnerships
and Careers
- 2 summer months as mini-sabbatical at a reputed
research-focused international university supported for tenure-track Assistant Professors.
- 1-on-1 mentorship from top academicians in one’s
research area
- Support for research and teaching through university
sponsored fellowships for Ph.D. students and research fellows
- High degree of freedom, flexibility & autonomy
to define curriculum and pedagogy
- Opportunity to interact and collaborate with
colleagues educated and trained in top Institutions and access to a unique
eco-system of 100+ founders with proven entrepreneurial track record
- Opportunity to build a greenfield institution and
play a role in shaping the fabric of the university and its role in the world.
- Fast-tracked opportunities for academic leadership
positions
- A dedicated Office of Research that provides
assistance on research administrative issues and support with grant proposals
Flexible career tracks: Tenure-track / Tenured positions (at all levels) Visiting and adjunct positions with pre-defined
time commitments Research ScientistsJoint industry appointments Role & Responsibilities:
The responsibilities include teaching at the undergraduate,
graduate, and doctoral level, conducting research and building research centers
& laboratories of global eminence along with innovative curriculum and
pedagogy.
- To
teach up to 4 courses per year (1 course = 3 credits = up to 42 contact
hours)
- To
develop and conduct a world class research program that will involve
supervising PhD students, post-doctoral fellows, and developing a thriving
scientific ecosystem in allied areas of scientific research.
- To
raise research funds through government and private agencies and
international consortiums.
Desired Candidate Profile – Faculty of Data Science:
- A
Ph.D. in the field of computer science, statistics, data science, mathematics
or a related field, from a world class university with an excellent track
record of intellectual impact
- Research
expertise in either the foundations of Data Science or applications in
other disciplines including the Biomedical Science, Economics, and Social
Sciences.
- Some
international experience is desirable.
Application Guidelines:
- Applications
for faculty positions are open throughout the year.
- Interested
applicants are encouraged to visit plaksha.edu.in/faculty or reach out to academic.relations@plaksha.edu.in for more information.
- Citizenship
of India is not a requirement. Foreign nationals with fluency in English
are encouraged to apply.
- We
are committed to maintaining diversity and welcome applications from all nationalities,
and encourage women, members from LGBTQ+ community, persons with
disabilities, and other diverse communities.
- Plaksha
University is supportive of dual-careers and is an equal
opportunity/affirmative action employer.
About Plaksha University Situated at the foothills of the Himalayas in
Chandigarh tricity, India, Plaksha University is a collective philanthropic
initiative by a global community of 100+ reputed entrepreneurs, business
leaders and academicians to reimagine technology education and research. Plaksha is developing a transformational model of
engineering education and research that integrates technology, design,
entrepreneurship, and liberal arts. Plaksha’s mission is guided by an eminent
Academic Advisory Board of distinguished leaders at top institutions and is
anchored around three pillars: a) reimagining tech education b) research to
impact Grand Challenges c) innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystem.
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