Associate Professor – AI/ML (Maharashtra)

Associate Professor – AI/ML (Maharashtra)

18 Aug
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Newton School of Technology
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Maharashtra

18 Aug

Newton School of Technology

Maharashtra

About Company: Newton School of Technology (NST) is a new-age institution redefining technical education in India. Founded by IIT alumni, NST offers a 4-year B.Tech in Computer Science and AI, focused on hands-on learning and deep industry integration. Within two years, over 93% of students have secured paid internships with companies like Razorpay, SarvamAI, and DRDO, along with global exposure through tech treks to Singapore and Silicon Valley.

Led by a distinguished faculty comprising ICPC World Finalists and ex-professionals from ISRO, Microsoft, MakeMyTrip, and several other leading tech organizations, NST is building a scalable, high-impact model that produces industry-ready talent for the world’s most advanced technology roles.

About the Role :

We are currently looking for an Associate Professor – AI/ML to join our Computer Science Department. This is an immediate joining opportunity open across all NST campuses.

The role is ideal for experienced academicians and industry professionals with strong expertise in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning who are passionate about teaching, mentoring, curriculum development, and shaping the next generation of technology talent.

The position combines deep technical expertise with academic responsibilities, including designing and delivering course content, conducting practical lab sessions, mentoring students, guiding projects, and contributing to the development of industry-relevant AI/ML education.

The ideal candidate will also collaborate with academic leaders and industry partners to ensure curriculum relevance, integrate real-world problem-solving, and drive strong learning outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

- Teach Applied AI/ML: Design and deliver practical, project-based courses in AI/ML, including Python for ML, Statistics, ML Algorithms, Deep Learning, NLP, Computer Vision, MLOps, and Generative AI.




- Develop Industry-Relevant Curriculum: Design and continuously update AI/ML curriculum to reflect current industry tools, techniques, research, and best practices.
- Mentor Student Projects: Guide students through hands-on AI/ML projects, providing technical direction, code reviews, and feedback based on industry standards.
- Guide & Mentor Students: Advise students on developing practical AI/ML skills, understanding career pathways, and preparing for internships and placements.
- Stay Current: Bring the latest AI/ML research, tools, technologies, and industry trends into the classroom.
- Collaborate: Work closely with faculty members, academic leaders, and industry partners to create a unified and effective learning experience.
- Assess Practical Skills: Design and evaluate assignments, projects, examinations, and assessments focused on real-world applications.
- Academic Leadership: Contribute to academic initiatives, faculty development, research activities, and continuous improvement of teaching and learning practices.

Qualifications and Requirements:

- M.Tech or PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Engineering, or a related discipline; or UGC NET-qualified with a relevant Master’s degree in the respective field.
- 6+ years of relevant professional/academic experience in AI/ML, Data Science, Machine Learning, Computer Science, or a closely related domain.
- Proven experience in teaching, training, mentoring, research,



or building and deploying AI/ML solutions.
- Strong understanding of core ML algorithms, classical and deep learning techniques, including CNNs, RNNs, Transformers, model evaluation, and statistics.
- Strong understanding of current AI/ML research, tools, technologies, and industry trends.
- Ability to design and deliver high-quality technical courses and practical learning experiences.
- Passion for teaching, mentoring, and developing students into industry-ready technology professionals.

Required Skills:

Technical:

- Expert-level Python programming.
- Solid proficiency with data science libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, and Scikit-learn.
- Hands-on experience with ML/DL frameworks such as TensorFlow and PyTorch.
- Strong SQL and data handling skills.
- Understanding of MLOps practices and tools including Git, Docker, and cloud platforms such as AWS/GCP/Azure.
- Strong knowledge of AI domains including NLP, Computer Vision, Generative AI, and LLMs.

Soft Skills:

- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong mentoring and student engagement abilities.
- Collaboration and academic leadership skills.
- Ability to simplify and explain complex technical concepts.
- Genuine passion for education and student development.

Good-to-Have:

- PhD in Computer Science, AI/ML, Data Science, or a related field.
- Prior teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level.
- Research publications, patents, or contributions to AI/ML research.
- Experience mentoring technical teams, researchers, or engineering professionals.
- Familiarity with modern teaching methodologies and academic tools.
- Industry experience in building and deploying production-grade AI/ML systems.

Location: Across all NST Campuses - Sonipat, Pune, Bangalore

Joining: Immediate Joiners Preferred

📌 Associate Professor – AI/ML (Maharashtra)
🏢 Newton School of Technology
📍 Maharashtra

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