SOLSH – Associate Professors / Professors Full Time

UPES is hiring

Applications are invited for the post of Professors & Associate Professor(s) in the School of Liberal Studies & Humanities (SOLSH) With UPES, Dehradun.

We are looking for high-end interdisciplinary research professionals.

For more details about UPES & School of Liberal Studies & Humanities, visit our website: www.upes.ac.in

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Curriculum Development

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate programs across disciplines such as Psychology, Economics, Philosophy, English, Sociology and Political Science.
• Design, develop, and update curriculum aligned with contemporary academic frameworks, NEP guidelines, and global best practices.
• Develop innovative pedagogy, experiential learning modules, case studies, seminars, and interdisciplinary courses.

Student Mentorship & Academic Guidance

• Mentor students for academic growth, research projects, dissertations, and capstone assignments.
• Provide guidance on career pathways, higher education, research pursuits, and internships.
• Support students’ holistic development through advising and academic counselling.

Research & Scholarly Engagement

• Undertake high-quality research in relevant areas of Liberal Studies & Humanities.
• Publish in peer-reviewed journals, edited volumes, and reputed national/international platforms.
• Apply for and contribute to funded research projects, policy research, and interdisciplinary collaborations.

Institutional & Academic Service

• Participate in departmental, school-level, and university committees.
• Contribute to accreditation processes, curriculum reviews, academic planning, and quality initiatives.
• Support admissions, outreach activities, and academic events such as conferences, workshops, and seminars.

Professional Development

• Stay updated with emerging trends in humanities education, research methodologies, and interdisciplinary approaches.
• Engage in continuous learning, faculty development programs, and academic networking.

Qualifications & Experience

• Ph.D. in relevant discipline (Liberal Studies / Humanities / Social Sciences or allied fields).
• Minimum 10–15+ years of experience across academia, research, and/or relevant industry exposure.
• Strong research profile with publications in reputed journals and academic contributions.
• Prior experience in curriculum development, academic leadership, or program coordination is desirable.

Desired Skills & Attributes

• Strong conceptual clarity and interdisciplinary orientation.
• Excellent teaching, mentoring, and academic writing skills.
• Ability to engage students through discussion-based and research-led learning.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership abilities.
• Commitment to academic excellence and innovation in higher education.

📌 Candidates must meet eligibility requirements as per UGC guidelines.

📧 Interested candidates may email their resume to:

• alpana.verma@upes.ac.in