An Assistant Professor in Sociology is responsible for teaching, research, student mentoring, and contributing to the academic and administrative activities of a college or university.
Job Description
Position: Assistant Professor – Sociology
Primary Responsibilities:
- Teach undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses in sociology.
- Prepare lesson plans, lecture materials, assignments, and examinations.
- Assess student performance through tests, projects, presentations, and exams.
- Guide and mentor students on academic and research projects.
- Conduct independent and collaborative research in sociology and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.
- Apply for research grants and participate in academic conferences, seminars, and workshops.
- Develop and update course curricula in line with university and accreditation requirements.
- Supervise dissertations, theses, or fieldwork (where applicable).
- Participate in departmental meetings, committees, and institutional activities.
- Contribute to quality assurance, accreditation, and curriculum development processes.
- Perform administrative duties assigned by the department or institution.
Required Qualifications
- Ph. D or Master's degree (M.A.) in Sociology with the required minimum marks.
- Qualification in the relevant national eligibility examination (such as UGC-NET, SET, or equivalent), where applicable.
- Strong knowledge of sociological theories, research methods, and contemporary social issues.
Pay: ₹13,065.63 - ₹70,554.99 per month
Work Location: In person
