UPES University - Professor of Practice - Computer Science

UPES University in Dehradun is inviting applications for the position of Professor of Practice in the School of Computer Science from the following fields. (AI, Cloud, Data Science, Cybersecurity& forensics and Robotics.

The details are mentioned below.

Key Responsibilities:

- Teach undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses with a focus on practical and applied learning.

- Design and deliver experiential learning modules, workshops, and case-based teaching.

- Mentor students on industry projects, internships, and career pathways

- Collaborate with faculty to align curriculum with current industry practices

- Initiate or support applied research, consulting, or innovation projects

- Serve as a liaison between the university and industry for partnerships, internships, and guest lectures.

- Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to academic development.

- Exposure to mentoring, technical training, or corporate academic engagement is desirable.

Eligibility / Qualifications:

- Minimum 5-20 years of senior-level industry experience in a relevant domain

- Proven leadership, strategic, or entrepreneurial experience

- Strong communication and teaching aptitude

Desired Skills:

- Industry credibility and professional network

- Ability to translate practical experience into academic learning

- Mentoring and leadership skills

- Curriculum development and stakeholder engagement