Professor In Psychology

Position: PROFESSOR IN PSYCHOLOGY
POSITION OVERVIEW
The School of Humanities and Social Sciences at IILM University, Greater Noida invites
applications from eminent scholars for the position of Full Professor in Psychology. This
is a prestigious senior faculty position that requires demonstrated excellence in teaching,
research, and academic leadership. The successful candidate will contribute significantly to
the university's research agenda, mentorship initiatives, and strategic academic development.

POSITION DETAILS

Position Title:

Full Professor in Psychology
Department:
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Campus: IILM University, Greater Noida

Employment Type:

Full-time, Permanent
Number of Positions 2

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Teaching and Curriculum Development
 Design, develop, and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Psychology
across the Bachelor of Science (Hons) Psychology, Master of Science Applied
Psychology, and specialized certificate programs
 Contribute to curriculum design and periodic review to ensure alignment with
industry standards, NEP compliance, and emerging research trends in Psychology
 Mentor and guide students through advanced seminars, dissertations, and research
projects
 Develop innovative pedagogical approaches integrating theory with real-world
applications and case studies
 Conduct lectures, seminars, and practical sessions with excellence in communicative
and explanatory skills
Research and Scholarly Activities
 Lead and establish robust, externally-funded research programs in specialized areas
of Psychology (Clinical, Counselling, Organizational/Industrial, or Applied
Psychology)
 Publish original research in peer-reviewed national and international journals;
maintain a strong publication track record demonstrating scholarly impact
 Guide doctoral candidates (PhD scholars) in their research endeavors
 Pursue research grants and external funding from national and international agencies
 Establish collaborative research networks with premier academic and research
institutions
 Contribute to inter-disciplinary research initiatives within IILM's ecosystem

Academic Leadership and Mentorship
 Serve as mentor and guide to Assistant and Associate Professors in research
development
 Contribute to academic program development and continuous quality improvement
 Participate in faculty recruitment, selection, and evaluation processes
 Organize and chair academic seminars, workshops, and research colloquia
 Provide intellectual leadership in the discipline and contribute to strategic planning of
the department

Administrative and Community Engagement
 Participate actively in institutional committees, academic governance, and university
strategic initiatives
 Engage in community outreach and extension activities aligned with the university's
mission of "Learning with Purpose"
 Collaborate with industry practitioners to facilitate consultancy and real-world
problem-solving projects
 Contribute to academic and professional associations; represent the university in
scholarly forums

 Actively participate in faculty development programs and professional growth
initiatives

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
(ESSENTIAL)

Educational Qualification
 Ph.D. (Doctorate) in Psychology or allied discipline from a recognized national or
international university
 Master's degree with minimum 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in Psychology
 Bachelor's degree with consistent good academic record (minimum 50%
throughout academic career)

Professional Experience
 Minimum 10 years of active teaching and/or research experience in Psychology in
recognized universities, colleges, or reputed research institutions
 Evidence of continuous engagement in academic/research activities throughout
career
 Minimum 5 years of substantive experience at the level of Associate Professor or
equivalent, or minimum 10 years of equivalent independent research and teaching
Research and Scholarly Credentials
 Minimum 15-20 high-quality research publications in peer-reviewed national and
international journals (indexed in UGC, SCOPUS, or equivalent databases)
 Evidence of successful research supervision: minimum 3-5 doctoral candidates
guided to completion or currently supervising
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