Job Description

Assistant Professor – School Of Food Technology

Job highlights
Masters and Ph.D. in Food Technology or related field with 5 years of teaching experience

Teach courses, support research programs, and contribute to academic administration
Job match score

Early Applicant

Key Skills

Location

Work Experience

5 – 10 Years

1 Vacancy

Not disclosed

Pune(Loni Kalbhor)
Must have key skills
Food Technology,Research And Development,Teaching
Other key skills
Coaching,Food Engineering,Food processing,student evaluation,Lecturer Activities,Professor Activities,Practical sessions,Tutoring,Academics,Develop course material,Mentoring
Job description
What you’ll do
Job description: Assistant Professor, SOFT
MIT ADT University, Pune

Position: Assistant Professor
School / Institute: MIT School of Food Technology
Experience: 5 years
Reporting to: Dean / Principal / Head of Department
Location: MIT ADT University, Rajbaugh, Loni Kalbhor, Pune, Maharashtra – 412201

Position Summary

The School of Food Technology is seeking an experienced and dedicated Assistant Professor to strengthen its academic and research programs. The incumbent will be responsible for teaching diverse courses in Food Technology at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, supporting with the research program, and contributing to the overall academic administration of the school. This is a critical faculty role requiring a blend of pedagogical excellence, significant research productivity, and a minimum of five years of teaching experience.

Key Responsibilities
The Assistant Professor will be expected to perform a range of duties, including:

1. Teaching and Instruction:

Conduct lectures, tutorials, practical sessions, and seminars for undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Food Technology.
Develop and update course materials, syllabi, and laboratory manuals to maintain academic rigor and relevance.
Mentor and supervise student projects, dissertations, and internships.
Evaluate student performance through various assessment methods.

2. Research and Scholarly Activity:

Support and maintain an active research program in an area of Food Technology (e.g., Food Processing, Food Safety, Food Preservation, Nutritional Sciences, Food Quality Control).
Apply for and secure external research grants and funding.
Publish research findings in high-impact, peer-reviewed national and international journals.
Guide Ph.D. students (once eligible).

3. Administrative and Institutional Service:

Participate in school / university committees, curriculum development, and accreditation processes.
Contribute to the school’s outreach activities, industry collaborations, and consultancy projects.
Actively engage in professional development activities, including attending conferences, workshops, and faculty development programs.
Maintain laboratory facilities and equipment and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Required Skills and Qualifications
Education: Masters and Ph.D. degree in Food Technology, Food Engineering, Food Science, or a closely related discipline from a recognized university / institution. NET / SET preferable.

Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in relevant teaching / research / industry at the Assistant Professor level or equivalent.

Research Output: A good record of scholarly publications in reputed journals and presentations at national / international conferences is preferable.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in relevant laboratory techniques, modern food processing equipment, and software applications related to Food Technology.

Desirable Attributes

Experience in Industry-Academia collaborations or consultancy projects.
Ability to attract and manage sponsored research projects.
Prior experience with NAAC / NBA accreditation processes.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal abilities.
Commitment to student welfare and academic excellence.

Industry type
Education / Training
Department
Food, Beverage & Hospitality
Role
Food, Beverage & Hospitality – Other
Role category
Food, Beverage & Hospitality – Other
Employment type
Full Time, Permanent
Education
, MS/M.Sc(Science) in Food Technology, MPHIL in Food Technology, Ph.D/Doctorate in Food Technology

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Overview

MIT Art Design and Technology University has been making concerted efforts for taking a leap towards the world class education. It is amongst the leading Government recognized Private University within the ambit of the renowned MIT Group of Institutions, Pune. MIT ADT University is a multi-disciplinary university which is famous for its sprawling lush green campus of 125 acres and picturesque location, spanning over the large area of 125 acres. University is the manifestation of the serenity of Mother Nature and aesthetically built on the banks of Mula-Mutha river.

The University is driven by the vision of delivering the world class value-based education and Holistic development of the student’s personality, enabling them to transform themselves into a Future Global Leaders.

The courses being offered are strategically planned and meticulously designed in view of the expectations and requirements of the industries. Our course curriculum and pedagogy are more focused towards giving complete Industrial exposure and hands-on practical experience to our students and developing industrial leaders out of them. Currently 2800 + students are enrolled in the MIT ADT University every year which is well equipped with the adequate infrastructural facilities.

MIT ADT University had won several accolades in the recent past including “Best Campus Award” by ASSOCHAM in 2017 and Best Private State University in India Award in 2018.

Twenty plus credits are given for campus to corporate transformation and involvement of separate schools like MITSHD and MIT SCIL where they play a key role in the transformation of their personality and imparting the right skill-sets which are required in the corporate.

Headquarters
MIT ADT University, Rajbaugh, Loni Kalbhor, Pune, Maharashtra – 412201