The School of Biosciences at Chanakya University invites applications for Assistant and Associate Professor positions in Computational Biology (AI/ML), Synthetic Biology and Bioengineering, Neurobiology, Immunology (Inflammation/Autoimmune diseases), and Cell and Cancer Biology. Candidates with a strong research background and substantial postdoctoral or industry experience are preferred. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to developing robust research programs and possess a passion for teaching in the University’s academic programs.
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities include
- Design and teach courses offered by the School of Biosciences.
- Develop robust, externally funded, and collaborative research programs in the relevant areas.
- Build and lead strong research groups, including PhD scholars.
- Contribute to research and academic initiatives, and actively participate in the academic and administrative activities.
Eligibility
- Ph.D. in relevant areas
- Strong publication track-record
- Minimum of two years of post-doctoral/ industrial experience
- Ability to write research proposals and attract extramural funding
- Ability to communicate effectively with multiple audiences
- Evidence of commitment to teaching and training
Remuneration and other benefits: Remuneration will be commensurate with expertise and experience. Selected candidates will receive seed funding (based on their research proposal) for starting their research work. Selected candidates are also eligible for other benefits such as PF, Gratuity and Insurance (Health and Life) as per the existing University policy.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can apply with their CV (with the names and details of at least three referees), a cover letter, Statement of Purpose, teaching experience (if any) and a brief description of the research program they would like to initiate at the School of Biosciences, by applying on our Careers Page portal https://tinyurl.com/careerscu and sbs@chanakyauniversity.edu.in on or before 15th September 2025. For any queries, please email at: anjana.t@chanakyauniversity.edu.in
The “Statement of Purpose” should be a 1000 word write up with specific reference to your thoughts, action, unique propositions to work for the University in a multi-disciplinary and a liberal educational framework which is endeavoring to make a difference.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Shortlisted candidates would be invited for a teaching session followed by a presentation of their research program and a personal interview.
About Chanakya University:
Chanakya University aspires to be India’s foremost for-purpose university, on a steadfast mission, in pursuit of expanding frontiers of knowledge, to nurture world-class scholarship and advance high impact research. We are committed front runners in merging global academic excellence India’s exceptional civilization wisdom for individuals’ and society’s sustained goodness and greatness.
Chanakya University is a global learning destination that is deeply committed to the creation of a foremost knowledge movement in which students rise higher with ideas and achieve sustained success with abundant wisdom (jñāna), indomitable will (ichhā) and meaningful action (kriyā).
About the School of Biosciences:
The Chanakya School of Biosciences (https://chanakyauniversity.edu.in/bioscience/) is committed to providing an exceptional educational experience in the field of biosciences and a place where you can embark on an exciting journey of scientific discovery and exploration. It is aligned with the vision that technology is the driver of this century and needs to be utilized for social development. Our school is dedicated to fostering a passion for scientific inquiry and discovery in our students, and we strive to prepare them for a variety of careers in biosciences.
The Chanakya School of Biosciences has domains/centres with core expertise in specific areas necessary for interdisciplinary research and education programs. The interconnected domains/centres will focus on cutting-edge research in thematic and emerging areas of biosciences with a translational aspiration. The school will offer skill-oriented educational programs at the interface of Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and computation. The centres will also develop online educational resources, tools, software and databases in the areas of core expertise. The school will also incubate start-up companies in relevant areas.