Job Description

Position

: Assistant Professor / Associate Professor

Department:

Fine Arts - Chitkara Design School

Role:

PhD Supervisor (Arts & Design)

Key Responsibilities:-

PhD Supervision

Guide and mentor PhD scholars in Arts & Design through all stages of research--proposal, coursework, data collection, publications, and thesis submission. Ensure timely completion and high-quality doctoral research output.

Research & Publications

Undertake quality research in Fine Arts and Design with a focus on publishing in

Scopus / UGC-Care / high-impact international journals

. Collaborate with faculty and students to produce

research articles, books, exhibitions, and creative outputs

.

Research Projects & Grants

Initiate, lead, and participate in

research projects funded by government departments and external agencies

. Develop proposals for research grants, manage projects, and deliver impactful outcomes.

Teaching & Coursework

Conduct

PhD-level coursework classes

(Research Methodology, Advanced Research Methods, Research Ethics, etc.). Teach and mentor

undergraduate and postgraduate students (BFA/MFA)

with research-led pedagogy.

Academic Leadership

Contribute to curriculum design, research seminars, workshops, and departmental development. Support student placements, exhibitions, and interdisciplinary collaborations.

Scholarly Engagement

Present research at national and international conferences. Build academic and industry linkages to strengthen the department's research profile.

Qualification & Experience

Educational Qualification

: PhD in Fine Arts / Arts & Design (mandatory).

Experience

:

Assistant Professor

: 2 - 6 years of teaching/research/industry experience post-PhD.

Associate Professor

: 8 - 10 years of teaching/research/industry experience with a proven record of PhD supervision.

Research Profile

: Strong track record of

quality research publications

in peer-reviewed journals. Experience in handling

funded research projects (Govt/Private)

. Evidence of guiding or co-guiding research scholars preferred.
Interested candidates may submit their

cover letter and CV

at

lovepreet.2401@chitkara.edu.in

with the subject line:

"Application - Fine Arts 25"

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person