Job DescriptionThe Department of Mechanical Engineering invites applications for the position of Associate Professor with specialization in Robotics, Mechatronics, Automation, and Intelligent Manufacturing. The successful candidate will contribute to excellence in teaching, research, industry collaboration, innovation, and academic leadership while supporting the University's vision of providing industry-oriented, interdisciplinary engineering education. NKey ResponsibilitiesnTeaching & Academic Delivery Nn Teach undergraduate courses in Mechanical Engineering with emphasis on Robotics and Mechatronics. N Deliver courses such as: N Robotics and Automation N Industrial Robotics N Mechatronic Systems N Sensors and Actuators N Embedded Systems for Robotics N Control Systemsn Artificial Intelligence for Robotics N Machine Visionn CAD/CAM and Digital Manufacturing N Develop cutting-edge teaching methodologies including project-based, experiential, and outcome-based learning. N Design laboratory experiments and practical sessions using industrial robotics platforms and simulation software. NnResearch & Innovation Nn Conduct high-quality research in Robotics, Automation, Smart Manufacturing, Autonomous Systems, Human-Robot Interaction, AI-enabled Robotics, and Industry 4.0. N Publish research papersin reputed SCI/Scopus-indexed journals. N Secure sponsored research projects from government agencies and industry. N Establish interdisciplinary research collaborations with national and international institutions. N Guide M.Tech. and Ph.D.scholars. NnStudent Mentoring Nn Mentor students in capstone projects,



innovation challenges, hackathons, robotics competitions, and entrepreneurship initiatives. N Encourage participationin SAE, BAJA, RoboCon, Smart India Hackathon, and similar national/international competitions. N Support student internships and industrial training. NnIndustry Engagement Nn Develop partnerships with robotics and automation industries. N Organize workshops, faculty development programs, industrial visits, certification programs, and guest lectures. N Promote consultancy projects and technology transfer activities. NnAcademic Administration Nn Participate in curriculum design aligned with NEP and Outcome-Based Education (OBE). N Contribute to accreditation activities (NBA, NAAC, ABET where applicable). N Assist in departmental planning, admissions, examinations, quality assurance, and academic governance. NnRequired Qualifications Nn Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, Automation Engineering, or a closely related discipline. N Eligibility as per UGC/AICTE regulations for the position of Associate Professor. NnExperiencen N Minimum 10 years of teaching, research, or industrial experience after post-graduation, including experience at the level of Assistant Professor or equivalent. N Proven record of high-quality research publications. N Experience in sponsoredresearch, consultancy, or funded projects is desirable. N Experience guiding postgraduate or doctoral research scholars is preferred. NnPreferred Profile NCandidates with demonstrated expertise of the following areas will be preferred: Nn AI-enabled Robotics N

📌 Associate Professor- Mechanical Engineering (Mullanpur Kalan)
🏢 Chitkara University
📍 Mullanpur Kalan