Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and academically oriented Assistant Professor – FinTech to join our institution. The candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Financial Technology, developing industry-relevant curriculum, conducting research, mentoring students, and contributing to academic and institutional development.

Key Responsibilities

1. Teaching & Academic Delivery

- Deliver engaging lectures, tutorials, practical sessions, and workshops in FinTech and related areas.
- Teach subjects such as:
- Financial Technology and Digital Finance
- Digital Payments and UPI
- Blockchain and Cryptocurrency
- Artificial Intelligence in Finance
- Machine Learning for Financial Applications
- FinTech Business Models
- Banking Technology
- Financial Data Analytics
- RegTech and InsurTech
- Cybersecurity and Risk Management in FinTech
- Prepare course plans, teaching materials, assignments, assessments, and examination papers.
- Use case studies, simulations, projects, and technology-enabled teaching methodologies.

2. Research & Publications

- Conduct high-quality research in FinTech and related interdisciplinary areas.
- Publish research papers in reputed national and international journals.
- Develop research proposals and pursue funded research projects.
- Present research at conferences, seminars, and academic forums.
- Collaborate with faculty members, research institutions, and industry professionals.

3. Student Mentoring & Development

- Mentor students in academic, research, and career-related matters.
- Guide students in dissertations, research projects, internships, and industry projects.
- Encourage participation in hackathons, FinTech competitions, conferences, and innovation initiatives.
- Support students in developing practical and analytical skills relevant to the FinTech industry.

4. Industry Engagement

- Establish and maintain relationships with banks, NBFCs, FinTech companies, payment companies, startups,



and financial institutions.
- Facilitate guest lectures, industry interactions, workshops, internships, and live projects.
- Incorporate current industry practices and emerging technologies into classroom teaching.
- Contribute to industry-academia collaboration and consultancy initiatives.

5. Curriculum Development

- Participate in curriculum design and periodic revision of FinTech programmes.
- Develop courses aligned with emerging technologies and industry requirements.
- Contribute to outcome-based education, accreditation, and quality enhancement initiatives.

6. Academic & Administrative Responsibilities

- Participate in departmental meetings, academic committees, seminars, conferences, and university events.
- Undertake examination, evaluation, admission, and other academic responsibilities as assigned.
- Maintain academic records and comply with university policies and procedures.
- Contribute to institutional development and quality assurance activities.

Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in Finance, Financial Technology, FinTech, Management, Economics, Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a relevant discipline from a recognized university/institution.
- Ph.D. in a relevant discipline is preferred and will be an added advantage.
- Candidates should meet applicable UGC/AICTE and university eligibility requirements for the position.

Preferred Skills & Knowledge
- Strong understanding of FinTech and digital financial services.
- Knowledge of digital payments, UPI, blockchain, AI/ML, financial analytics, and emerging financial technologies.
- Familiarity with financial markets, banking, NBFCs, and digital lending.
- Research and academic writing skills.
- Robust communication, presentation, and classroom management skills.
- Ability to use digital teaching tools and learning management systems.
- Ability to work collaboratively with academic and industry stakeholders.

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹90,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Assistant Professor of FinTech (Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar)
🏢 Chandigarh University
📍 Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar