SOLSH - Assistant​/Associate Professors​/Professors

Position: SOLSH - Assistant/Associate Professors / Professors
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.

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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:

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