Guest Faculty Positions in UoH, University of Hyderabad, India

Designation/Position- Guest Faculty Positions in UoHin UoH

University of Hyderabad, India, invites applications for Guest Faculty Positions in UoH from eligible and interested candidates

About- The University of Hyderabad is inviting applications for temporary Guest Faculty positions in the Statistics area. The qualifications include a good academic record with an M.Sc. in Statistics with 55% and qualifying in NET/SLET. Candidates must have an average of 50% marks and above in graduation. A relaxation of 5% is provided at the Bachelor’s and Master’s degree level for SC/ST/OBC/PWD categories. A Ph.D degree in Statistics is desirable. Superannuated teachers may also be considered for engagement as Guest Faculty. The appointment is purely temporary, with a maximum term of one semester from January-May 2025. Guest Faculty Positions in UoH

Research/Job Area- 

Mathematics & Statistics

• Complex Analysis
• Functional Analysis
• Operator Theory
• Ergodic Theory
• Commutative Algebra
• Representation Theory
• Differential Geometry
• Algebraic Geometry
• Number Theory
• Applied Mathematics
• Probability & Statistics

Computer & Information Sciences

• Computer Science
• Artificial Intelligence
• Information Technology

Physics

The advertised areas include:

• Low-dimensional systems
• Quantum and topological systems
• Active matter
• Soft matter
• Cosmology
• Theoretical astrophysics
• Statistical physics
• Multiscale and multiphysics modelling

Chemistry

Research areas include:

• Theoretical Chemistry
• Computational Chemistry
• Materials Chemistry
• Polymer Chemistry
• Biophysical Chemistry
• Electron Microscopy
• Synthetic Organic Chemistry
• Environmental Chemistry
• Analytical Chemistry

Plant Sciences

• Structural Biology related to plants
• Plant Molecular Genetics

Animal Biology

• Modern Animal Biology
• RNA Biology
• Single-cell genomics
• Experimental pre-clinical animal models
• Disease modelling
• Regenerative medicine

Medical Sciences

Priority areas include:

• Optometry
• Biostatistics/Public Health
• Cognitive Science
• Vision Science
• Brain Sciences
• Epidemiology
• Demography
• Population Studies

Neural Cognitive Sciences

• Psychology
• Cognitive Science
• Linguistics
• Philosophy

Humanities & Languages

• Translation Studies
• Philosophy of Mind
• Philosophy of Language
• Western Epistemology
• Western Metaphysics
• Western Aesthetics
• Linguistics
• Indian and Western Poetics
• Sanskrit Language & Literature
• Functional Hindi & Translation
• Ancient and Medieval Poetry
• Hindi Criticism
• Sanskrit Studies
• English Language Studies

Social Sciences

• Economics
• Indian History
• Political Theory
• Political Thought
• Political Philosophy
• Social Anthropology

Communication

• Video & Radio Production
• Print & Digital Media Production
• Communication & Media Studies
• Cultural Studies

Arts

• Painting
• Theatre Studies
• Contemporary experimental performance practices

Management Studies

Broad specialization in Management Studies, with desirable expertise in:

• HR/OB
• Healthcare
• Business Analytics

Location- University of Hyderabad, India

Eligibility/Qualification–

Professor

For the general disciplines covered under the UGC Regulations 2018, candidates must generally satisfy one of the prescribed eligibility routes.

Route A

• Ph.D. in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline.
• High-quality published research.
• Minimum 10 research publications in the specified recognized journal categories.
• Minimum research score of 120 under the applicable UGC criteria.
• Minimum 10 years of teaching experience as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor and/or equivalent research experience.
• Evidence of successfully guiding doctoral candidates.

Route B

Outstanding professionals with:

• Ph.D. in the relevant/allied/applied discipline.
• Significant contribution to knowledge in the relevant field.
• Documentary evidence of contribution.
• At least 10 years of experience.

Additional discipline-specific qualifications apply to areas such as Medical Sciences, Education, Fine Arts, Theatre Arts and others.

Associate Professor

For applicable disciplines, the notification specifies:

• Good academic record.
• Ph.D. in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline.
• Master’s degree with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade.
• Minimum 8 years of teaching/research experience in the prescribed academic/research/industry positions.
• At least 7 research publications in the specified recognized journal categories.
• Minimum research score of 75 according to the applicable UGC criteria.

For certain disciplines, separate regulatory requirements apply.

Assistant Professor

For the general disciplines:

• Master’s degree with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade in the concerned/relevant/allied subject.
• NET conducted by UGC/CSIR or an equivalent accredited test such as SLET/SET, or applicable Ph.D.-based exemption under the prescribed UGC regulations.

The notification also specifies exemptions and conditions relating to Ph.D. candidates registered before 11 July 2009.

For specialized disciplines such as Computer & Information Sciences, Medical Sciences, Education, Arts and Management Studies, the discipline-specific qualifications in the notification apply.

Selected Discipline-Specific Requirements

Computer & Information Sciences

Associate Professor

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence or Information Technology.
• First Class/equivalent at Bachelor’s or Master’s level in the relevant discipline.
• At least 6 research publications in the specified recognized journal categories.
• Minimum 8 years’ teaching/research/industry experience, including at least 2 years post-Ph.D. experience.

Assistant Professor
Relevant qualifications may include:

• B.E./B.Tech./B.S. + M.E./M.Tech./M.S. or Integrated M.Tech. in Computer Science/AI/IT, with First Class/equivalent in one degree; or
• B.E./B.Tech. + MCA with First Class/equivalent in two degrees; or
• B.Sc. with Mathematics + MCA with First Class/equivalent and prescribed relevant experience.

Management Studies

Associate Professor

• Ph.D. in relevant field.
• First Class/equivalent at Bachelor’s or Master’s level.
• At least 6 high-quality research publications in the specified journal categories.
• Minimum 8 years’ teaching/research/industry experience, including at least 2 years post-Ph.D. experience.

Assistant Professor

• First Class Master’s degree in Business Management/Administration or relevant management discipline; or qualifying PGDM recognized/equivalent as prescribed.
• Alternatively, First Class graduate with professional qualification as Chartered Accountant, Cost and Works Accountant or Company Secretary from the concerned statutory body.
• Teaching/research/industrial/professional experience and conference papers/refereed publications are desirable.

Job/Position Description- 

The University of Hyderabad (UoH), an Institution of Eminence and a Central University established in 1974 by an Act of Parliament, has invited applications from eligible Indian Citizens and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) for appointment to various faculty positions through direct recruitment.

A total of 37 faculty vacancies are available across disciplines including Mathematics & Statistics, Computer & Information Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, Plant Sciences, Animal Biology, Medical Sciences, Neural Cognitive Sciences, Humanities, Social Sciences, Communication, Fine Arts, Theatre Arts and Management Studies.

Applications must be submitted online through the designated recruitment portal, followed by submission of the mandatory hard copy with supporting documents.

Advertisement No.: UH/Rectt./Teaching/2026-02
Notification Date: 07 September 2026
Total Vacancies: 37
Application Mode: Online + mandatory hard-copy submission

Designation

• Professor – Academic Level 14
• Associate Professor – Academic Level 13A
• Assistant Professor – Academic Level 10

Pay Scale

Age of superannuation: 65 years.

Vacancy Table

Total Faculty Positions: 37

Selected faculty members will be expected to undertake academic, teaching and research responsibilities appropriate to their appointed position and discipline.

Key responsibilities include:

• Teaching undergraduate, postgraduate and/or doctoral-level courses.
• Developing and delivering courses in the candidate’s area of specialization.
• Conducting high-quality research.
• Publishing research in recognized journals and scholarly outlets.
• Supervising and guiding research scholars, where applicable.
• Participating in academic seminars, conferences and institutional activities.
• Contributing to curriculum development and academic administration.
• Undertaking other responsibilities assigned by the University.
• For relevant disciplines, contributing to practical, laboratory, clinical, artistic or performance-based teaching and research.

The University may use interviews, seminars, colloquia, demonstration classes and/or other selection methods, as applicable.

Important Research & Publication Requirements

Applicants must provide documentary evidence supporting claims made in the application.

The notification states that:

• Research publications must satisfy the applicable publication-quality requirements.
• Commentary articles, book reviews and editorials are not considered research publications.
• Conference proceedings are not considered publications for the stated purpose.
• Publications in predatory/dubious journals or presentations at predatory/dubious conferences will not be considered.
• Research quality is assessed rather than simply counting the number of publications.
• Applicants must submit the prescribed publication list and supporting publication documents with the hard copy.

Application Fee

The registration fee is non-refundable.

How to Apply-

Step 1 – Online Application

Candidates should register and submit their application through the University’s designated online recruitment portal:

Online Application Portal: curec.samarth.ac.in

Applicants must enter their:

• Educational qualifications
• Teaching/research experience
• Academic details
• Research details
• Publications
• Other required information

Step 2 – Supporting Documents

Candidates must attach the required supporting documents and ensure that claims made in the online application are supported by appropriate evidence.

Step 3 – Print the Application

After completing the online application, candidates must take a printout of the filled application.

Step 4 – Hard Copy Submission

The signed hard copy, checklist and all required self-attested supporting documents must be sent by post/courier to:

The Assistant Registrar
Recruitment Cell, Room No. 221, First Floor
Administration Building
University of Hyderabad
Prof. C.R. Rao Road
Central University P.O., Gachibowli
Hyderabad – 500 046
Telangana, India

Important: Submission of the hard copy is mandatory. Online applications may be rejected if the required hard copy and supporting documents are not received.

Last Date for Apply– 12 October 2026 at 5:30 PM

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