Assistant Professor

About Us: Rishihood University (RU) has been established under The Haryana Private Universities (Amendment) Act, 2020, and is empowered to award degrees as specified in section 22 of the UGC Act, 1956. Rishihood University is India’s first and only impact university. ‘Impact’ is the living spirit of Rishihood. The purpose of education envisioned by the thought leaders of our civilization, and that which has motivated the founders to build Rishihood University, is beyond just awarding degrees and jobs. The purpose of education is to achieve the highest potential in a learner, i.e., Rishihood. Rishihood University provides a unique mix of globally relevant education that is rooted in Indian ideas, quality education that is affordable, and a multi- disciplinary exposure with cutting-edge skills of a specialist. To achieve this outcome, education cannot be limited to within the classroom. RU is a fully residential campus where living and learning seamlessly integrate throughout the day. RU faculty and learners have an active participation with society, industry, researchers, entrepreneurs, and policy makers. This keeps the learning at RU focused on solving the biggest challenges faced by humanity and prepares our learners for the real world. It is time India builds universities driven by a higher purpose, that have a strong committed board to back it, that redefine the way education is imparted both within and outside the classroom. Rishihood is a bold initiative to fulfil this idea. Hence, we are looking for like-minded founding faculty members at Rishihood University.Job Overview: We are seeking an innovative, energetic, and ambitious individual for the role of an Assistant Professor in Computer Science and AI. This unique position requires a combination of academic prowess and entrepreneurial spirit as the successful candidate will not only be involved in traditional academic responsibilities but also play a key role in building our new program from the ground up. This opportunity offers a rare chance to shape the future direction of Computer Science and AI education and research at our university.Key Responsibilities:1. Curriculum Development: Work closely with university leadership and faculty to develop and implement a cutting-edge curriculum in Computer Science and AI that aligns with industry needs and trends.2. Teaching: Provide high-quality instruction at the undergraduate level, ensuring course content remains current, practical, and engaging.3. Program Building: Play an integral role in the establishment and growth of our new Computer Science and AI program. This will involve a range of activities from faculty recruitment to partnerships with industry and academia.4. Academic Entrepreneurship: Leverage your entrepreneurial skills to drive innovation within the program, exploring new models of teaching, research, and industry collaboration.5. Strategy: Participate actively in Planning & Implementing the growth strategy for the program in alignment with the overall vision & philosophy of the University.6. Community Building: Foster a vibrant, inclusive, and collaborative community within the program. Organise and participate in events such as hackathons, meetups, guest lectures, etc.Qualifications:1. M.Tech OR PhD OR Msc With UGC Net Qualified in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a closely related field.2. Significant teaching experience at the university level.3. Strong entrepreneurial mindset and experience, ideally within an academic context.4. Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, with a track record of building successful teams or programs.5. Deep understanding of the current trends and future directions in Computer Science and AI.6. Passion for improving education and the student experience.

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