Assistant Professor of English

Position: Assistant Professor – English

Department: Department of English / School of Humanities & Languages

Location: University Campus

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reporting To: Head of Department / Dean – Faculty of Humanities

1. Job Purpose

To deliver high-quality teaching in English language, literature and related areas; engage students through innovative teaching methodologies; contribute to curriculum development, research, academic administration, and the overall development of the University.

2. Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

• Plan and deliver lectures, tutorials, seminars and practical/communication-based English sessions.
• Teach subjects such as English Literature, Communication Skills, Business Communication, Academic Writing, Grammar, Language Skills, and related courses.
• Prepare lesson plans, course materials, presentations, assignments and assessments.
• Use modern teaching methods, ICT tools, LMS and blended-learning techniques.
• Provide academic guidance and mentoring to students.
• Conduct remedial and enrichment classes wherever required.

Assessment & Academic Activities

• Prepare question papers, assignments, quizzes and examination materials.
• Evaluate answer scripts, assignments, projects and presentations.
• Maintain student attendance, academic records and other departmental documentation.
• Participate in internal and external examination duties.
• Support curriculum review and development.

Research & Publications

• Conduct research in English Language, Literature, Linguistics, Communication or related areas.
• Publish research papers in reputed journals and present papers at conferences/seminars.
• Participate in research projects, workshops, FDPs and academic conferences.
• Contribute to the University's research and publication activities.

Student Development

• Mentor and counsel students regarding academic and career-related matters.
• Organize literary activities, debates, elocution, essay writing, presentations, language clubs and other co-curricular activities.
• Support students in improving their communication, presentation and professional English skills.
• Guide students in projects, dissertations and academic assignments as applicable.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Participate in departmental meetings and University committees.
• Assist in accreditation, ranking and quality-assurance documentation such as NAAC/NBA/NIRF, wherever applicable.
• Maintain course files, teaching records and other academic documentation.
• Undertake any other academic or administrative responsibility assigned by the HOD/Dean.

3. Minimum Educational Qualification

• Master's Degree in English / English Literature / relevant or allied subject with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade from a recognized University.
• NET/SET/SLET qualification as applicable under prevailing UGC norms.
• Ph.D. in English/Literature/Linguistics/related discipline will be an added advantage.
• Candidates must satisfy the applicable UGC and University eligibility requirements. The UGC's 2023 amendment specifies NET/SET/SLET as the minimum criterion for direct recruitment to Assistant Professor posts in Higher Education Institutions.

4. Desirable Qualifications

• Ph.D. in English or related discipline.
• Research publications in UGC-CARE/reputed peer-reviewed journals or other recognized publications.
• Experience in teaching at University/College level.
• Experience in curriculum development, academic coordination or student mentoring.
• Knowledge of LMS, digital teaching tools and blended learning.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

5. Experience

• Freshers with required eligibility may be considered.
• Prior teaching/research experience at a University or College will be preferred.

6. Required Skills

• Excellent English communication and presentation skills.
• Strong knowledge of English language and literature.
• Classroom management and student engagement skills.
• Research and academic writing skills.
• Ability to use digital teaching and learning platforms.
• Good interpersonal and mentoring skills.
• Teamwork and coordination abilities.
• Ability to prepare academic documentation and reports.

Contcat :

Rinkal Kothiya

9824945442

rinkal@skips.in