IIMT University invites applications from distinguished industry professionals for the role of Professor of Practice. This position is designed to bridge academia and industry by integrating real-world expertise, innovative practices, and emerging industry trends into our teaching, research, and institutional development activities.

The Professor of Practice will contribute significantly to experiential learning, industry-oriented curriculum design, mentorship, and collaborative projects that enhance student readiness for the future workforce.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Training

• Deliver practice-oriented courses, workshops, and masterclasses aligned with industry standards.

• Integrate case studies, simulations, live projects, and experiential learning into academic delivery.

• Mentor students on industry projects, internships, and career pathways.

Industry Collaboration

• Strengthen industry–academia partnerships through MoUs, joint initiatives, and consultancy projects.

• Support internship, placement, and apprenticeship opportunities through professional networks.

• Facilitate industry visits, expert sessions, and collaborative innovation activities.

Curriculum Development

• Contribute to updating and designing curriculum with a strong focus on practical and emerging industry needs.

• Provide insights on technological trends, regulatory frameworks, and market dynamics relevant to the discipline.

Research & Innovation

• Guide applied research, innovation challenges, and problem-solving activities addressing real-world issues.

• Support incubator activities, entrepreneurship development, and startup collaborations.

Institutional Development

• Represent the university in professional forums, industry associations, and policy discussions.

• Assist in accreditation, quality enhancement, and strategic innovation initiatives.

Eligibility Criteria

• Distinguished professional with minimum 15 years of industry experience in the relevant field.

• Recognized for significant contributions, leadership roles, or expertise in industry, public service, or entrepreneurship.

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in the relevant area. (Exceptional professionals with notable achievements may be considered even without a formal academic degree, as per UGC guidelines.)

• Strong communication, analytical, and mentoring capabilities.

Preferred Expertise

• Industry leaders, senior executives, innovators, entrepreneurs, policymakers, or domain specialists.

• Experience in corporate training, consulting, product development, or large-scale project management.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across diverse academic and industrial environments.

Remuneration

• Competitive and commensurate with experience and achievements.

• Flexible engagement models: full-time, part-time, or contract-based assignments as per UGC norms.