Professor / Senior Faculty – Department of Robotics & Artificial Intelligence About the Institution We are a fast-growing engineering institution with a strong focus on applied research, industry-driven education, innovation and entrepreneurship, while maintaining a strong foundation in core engineering and emerging technologies. The Department of Robotics & Artificial Intelligence is seeking an accomplished academic and research leader who can contribute to the next phase of the department's growth through high-impact research, industry collaboration, sponsored projects, consultancy, international partnerships and technology-led innovation. We are particularly interested in professionals who can bridge academia, industry, advanced engineering and emerging AI technologies. Position Professor / Senior Faculty – Robotics & Artificial Intelligence Minimum Qualifications & Experience
• Ph.
D. in Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Control Systems or a closely related discipline from a reputed institution.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in academia, with significant experience in teaching, research and academic leadership.
• Strong academic and research credentials from reputed institutions.
• Demonstrated experience in building or leading research programs, laboratories, Centres of Excellence or academic-industry initiatives. We Are Looking For Candidates with a robust track record in one or more of the following areas:
• Applied research in Robotics and AI, addressing real-world industrial and societal challenges.
• Strong industry connections and engagement with robotics, automation, automotive, manufacturing, semiconductor, aerospace, defence or technology companies.
• Demonstrated experience in industry-sponsored research and consultancy projects.
• Track record of securing competitive research grants and externally funded projects from government agencies and industry.
• Robust publication record in reputed international journals and conferences.
• Patents, technology development, technology transfer or commercialisation experience.
• Experience translating research into working prototypes, products, autonomous systems or industrial deployments.
• Established national and international research collaborations with universities, research institutions and industry.
• Experience developing and managing MoUs, joint research programs, faculty/student exchanges and international academic partnerships.
• Experience in mentoring startups,



deep-tech ventures or technology-based entrepreneurial initiatives.
• Ability to build multidisciplinary research programs across areas such as robotics, autonomous systems, computer vision, machine learning, generative AI, embodied AI, reinforcement learning, industrial automation, human-robot interaction, drones, autonomous vehicles, edge AI, digital twins and intelligent manufacturing.
• Experience establishing or strengthening Centres of Excellence, robotics laboratories, AI research groups or industry-funded facilities.
• Strong record of student mentoring, particularly in research, innovation, entrepreneurship and industry projects.
• Experience supervising Ph.
D. scholars and postgraduate research students.
• Demonstrated ability to attract and develop high-quality research talent and collaborative research teams.
• Strong qualified network across academia, industry, R&D; organisations and technology startups. Desirable Profile Preference will be given to candidates who have:
• Academic experience at IITs, IISc, BITS Pilani, leading NITs or other reputed national/international universities.
• Significant experience working with or collaborating with leading global robotics, AI, automation and technology companies.
• International academic or research experience.
• A strong record of externally funded and industry-sponsored research.
• Experience in technology development and real-world deployment of robotics and AI systems.
• Successful technology commercialisation / technology transfer / startup incubation experience.
• Experience building industry-funded laboratories or Centres of Excellence.
• Experience in academic administration, department leadership or institutional development.

Key Responsibilities
The selected candidate will be expected to:
• Lead and strengthen applied research in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence.
• Develop large-scale industry-sponsored and government-funded research programs.
• Build strategic partnerships with leading national and international companies and universities.
• Drive consultancy, technology development and industry projects.
• Establish new robotics and AI laboratories, Centres of Excellence and multidisciplinary research groups.




• Mentor faculty and researchers in developing competitive research proposals and high-quality publications.
• Guide Ph.
D., postgraduate and undergraduate students in high-quality research and innovation projects.
• Create pathways for patents, technology transfer, licensing and commercialisation.
• Mentor student and faculty-led deep-tech, robotics and AI startups.
• Develop international research collaborations and joint programs.
• Strengthen the department's visibility through high-impact publications, patents, funded projects, industry deployments and international collaborations.
• Contribute to curriculum development with emphasis on industry relevance, emerging technologies and experiential learning.
• Represent the institution at major academic, industry and research forums nationally and internationally.
• Contribute to the strategic growth of the Department as a leading centre for Robotics, AI and intelligent autonomous systems. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will be more than an accomplished academic. We are looking for a research-driven academic leader, industry connector and technology innovator who can create meaningful impact at the intersection of: Robotics × Artificial Intelligence × Advanced Engineering × Industry × Innovation × Entrepreneurship Candidates who have demonstrated the ability to take research from laboratory to real-world deployment, build long-term industry partnerships and create opportunities for students, faculty and startups will be particularly valued.

What We Offer
• Opportunity to build and lead high-impact applied research programs.
• Access to a growing research and innovation ecosystem.
• Opportunities to work closely with leading robotics, AI, automation and technology companies.
• Support for sponsored research, consultancy and technology development.
• Opportunities to establish Centres of Excellence and advanced robotics/AI laboratories.
• Strong platform for international academic and industry collaborations.
• Opportunity to mentor and work with deep-tech, robotics and AI startups.
• An environment focused on research, innovation, entrepreneurship and industry impact.

Location:
Chennai, Tamil Nadu Department: Robotics & Artificial Intelligence Position: Professor / Senior Faculty

Experience:
Minimum 10 years in academia Interested candidates may share their detailed CV, research profile, list of funded projects, patents/publications, consultancy portfolio and details of major industry and international collaborations.

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