Professor of architecture

Amity University Kolkata · Kolkata, India

Job Description

Position: Professor – Architecture

Department: Amity School of Architecture & Planning (ASAP)

Location: Amity University Kolkata, West Bengal

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

Amity University Kolkata invites applications from distinguished academicians and professionals for the position of Professor of Architecture . The successful candidate will provide academic leadership in teaching, research, consultancy, curriculum development, and institutional governance while mentoring faculty and students in achieving excellence in architectural education.

Key Responsibilities

Academic Responsibilities Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Architecture. Conduct design studios, seminars, workshops, and theory courses. Develop innovative curriculum aligned with Council of Architecture (Co A), UGC, and university regulations. Supervise B. Arch thesis projects, dissertations, and research work. Mentor students for academic excellence, internships, competitions, and professional development.

Research & Innovation Lead high-quality research in Architecture, Urban Design, Planning, Sustainability, Building Technology, Heritage Conservation, Digital Design, or related fields. Publish research papers in reputed peer-reviewed journals. Secure externally funded research projects and consultancy assignments. Guide Ph. D. scholars and promote interdisciplinary research.

Academic Administration Participate in accreditation, curriculum revision, and quality assurance initiatives. Lead departmental committees and contribute to institutional governance. Organize conferences, faculty development programmes, seminars, exhibitions, and industry interactions. Foster collaborations with industry, government agencies, and academic institutions.

Industry Engagement Promote consultancy projects and professional practice. Build partnerships with architectural firms, planning organizations, and government bodies. Facilitate internships, live projects, and collaborative research.

Leadership Mentor junior faculty members. Support strategic planning and departmental growth. Contribute to student admissions, outreach, branding, and institutional development.

Essential Qualifications Ph. D. in Architecture or allied discipline is desirable/preferred as per institutional and applicable regulatory norms. Master's Degree in Architecture/Urban Design/Urban Planning/Building Technology/related specialization with consistently good academic record. Bachelor's Degree in Architecture (B. Arch.) with valid registration from the Council of Architecture.

Experience Minimum 15 years of teaching/professional/research experience after Master's Degree, including significant experience at Associate Professor level or equivalent. Proven experience in curriculum development, academic administration, and research supervision. Experience in accreditation processes and academic quality assurance is desirable.

Desired Competencies Expertise in Architectural Design Studio. Sustainable Architecture and Green Building. Urban Design and Planning. Building Construction and Technology. Digital Design and BIM (Revit, Auto CAD, Rhino, Sketch Up, etc.). Strong communication, leadership, mentoring, and interpersonal skills. Ability to establish industry-academia collaborations.

Research Expectations Strong publication record in indexed journals. Experience in sponsored research and consultancy. Active participation in national and international conferences. Demonstrated ability to supervise doctoral research.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Excellence in teaching and student outcomes. Research publications and funded projects. Ph. D. guidance and research supervision. Consultancy and industry engagement. Curriculum innovation. Contribution to accreditation and institutional rankings. Academic leadership and faculty mentoring.

Compensation Salary and benefits shall be commensurate with qualifications, experience, research credentials, and university norms .