Assistant Professor - Soft Skills

Location: Mohali

Assistant Professor - Soft Skills
Position Summary
The  Assistant Professor - Soft Skills   is responsible for the design, delivery, and evaluation of comprehensive behavioral training programs that enhance student employability and professional readiness. This role serves as a critical bridge between academic theory and industry expectations, ensuring students possess the interpersonal competencies required for global workforce success.

Key Responsibilities
Instructional Design & Curriculum Development:  Research and architect modular training programs focused on  professional ethics ,  advanced communication , and  emotional intelligence . Align curriculum with current industry trends and institutional learning outcomes.
Employability Enhancement:  Facilitate specialized workshops on  strategic resume building ,  interview techniques , and  corporate etiquette  to improve student placement rates.
Experiential Learning Facilitation:  Implement modern pedagogical techniques, including  gamification ,  case study analysis , and  simulated role-plays , to maximize student engagement and practical skill application.
Assessment & Performance Analytics:  Systematically evaluate student progress through diagnostic assessments and provide formal feedback loops. Maintain detailed records of training outcomes and generate impact reports for university leadership.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Partner with academic department heads to customize training interventions for specific disciplines, such as STEM or Liberal Arts, ensuring relevance to diverse professional fields.

Required Qualifications & Competencies

Education:

Advanced degree (Master's preferred) in English.
Professional

Experience:

1–3 years of proven experience in behavioral training, adult education, or corporate learning and development.
Interpersonal Expertise:  Exceptional public speaking and presentation capabilities with the ability to influence and inspire a diverse student body.
Technical Proficiency:  Advanced skill in Microsoft Office Suite and virtual collaboration tools like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
Professional Credentials:  Preferred certifications in  NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) ,  Instructional Design , or  IELTS coaching