Assistant/Associate Professor- Applied Psychology

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Academic Delivery

• Teach undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses in Applied Psychology (e.g., Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology foundations, Organizational Psychology, Educational Psychology, Research Methods).
• Design lesson plans, assessments, and learning materials aligned with outcome-based education (OBE) .
• Integrate experiential learning, case studies, internships, and fieldwork into coursework.
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely academic feedback.

Research & Scholarship

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in areas of Applied Psychology.
• Publish research in UGC CARElisted / Scopus / Web of Science journals.
• Present research at national and international conferences.
• Apply for funded research projects, consultancy, or interdisciplinary grants.
• Guide undergraduate/postgraduate research projects and dissertations.

Student Mentoring & Support

• Mentor students for academic progression, research, internships, and careers.
• Support student well-being through academic advising and referrals where required.
• Encourage student participation in conferences, workshops, and community outreach.

Curriculum & Program Development

• Contribute to curriculum design, revision, and academic audits as per UGC/NEP 2020 guidelines.
• Develop interdisciplinary courses and value-added programs.
• Support accreditation processes (NAAC/NIRF/International accreditations).

Institutional & Professional Service

• Participate in departmental and institutional committees.
• Support admissions, examinations, and academic events.
• Engage in community outreach, psychological camps, or industry collaborations.
• Participate in faculty development programs and continuous professional development.

Qualifications

For Assistant Professor

• Masters degree in Applied Psychology / Psychology / Clinical Psychology / Counseling Psychology with at least 55% marks (or as per UGC norms).
• NET/SET/PhD preferred (as per UGC regulations).
• Demonstrated teaching aptitude and research interest.

For Associate Professor

• PhD in Applied Psychology or relevant specialization .
• Minimum 8 years of teaching/research experience in higher education.
• Evidence of quality research publications and academic contributions as per UGC norms.
• Experience in curriculum development, research supervision, and academic leadership.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong subject knowledge in applied domains of psychology
• Research orientation and analytical skills
• Effective communication and classroom engagement
• Student-centric and mentoring mindset
• Familiarity with SPSS / R / qualitative research tools
• Ethical practice and professional integrity

Desirable Attributes

• Experience in counseling, assessment, or applied psychological practice
• Exposure to industry, hospitals, NGOs, or community-based projects
• International collaborations or certifications
• Experience with LMS, blended learning, and digital pedagogy

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Teaching effectiveness and student feedback
• Research publications and funded projects
• Student mentoring outcomes
• Curriculum innovation and academic contributions
• Participation in accreditation and institutional initiatives