NIT Rourkela Recruitment 2025: Ad Hoc Faculty Roles in Industrial Design

The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela, one of the premier Institutes of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, invites applications from highly qualified and motivated Indian nationals for the position of Ad hoc Faculty in the Department of Industrial Design. This recruitment drive is aimed at selecting candidates with outstanding academic credentials, a passion for high-quality teaching, and a dedication to impactful research.

The Department of Industrial Design is passionately committed to cultivating future leaders in the field of design. It seeks individuals with a vision to contribute to the dynamic fields of design education, research, and innovation. This is an excellent opportunity for Ph.D. holders or candidates who have submitted their thesis and are waiting for their defense, to join a leading academic institution and further their career in teaching and research.

Important Dates

• Deadline for Online Application Submission: 18 June 2025
• Date of Personal Interview: 20th June 2025
• Time: 09:30 AM
• Venue: Board Room, NIT Rourkela

Application Fees

• Application Fee: There is no mention of any application fee for this recruitment. Therefore, it is assumed that no fee is required to apply for this position.

Vacancy Details

• Department: Industrial Design
• Total Number of Vacancies: 04
• Position Type: Ad hoc Faculty (Temporary basis)
• Nature of Employment: The engagement is for the Autumn 2025-26 academic session and may be extended based on performance and departmental needs.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

• Candidates must possess First Class in B.Tech. / B.E. / B.Des. in a relevant discipline along with a Ph.D. in a related branch.
• Candidates who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis are also eligible to apply. They must clearly mention the tentative schedule of their Ph.D. defense as confirmed by their supervisor.

Desirable Specializations:

Applicants specializing in the areas listed below are welcome to submit their applications.

• Animation Design
• Applied Ergonomics / Human Factors in Design
• Art & Design
• Communication Design
• Conceptual Design
• Design Policy / Design Strategy / Design Management
• Design Optimization
• Digital Media & Design
• Graphic Design
• Industrial Design
• User Experience Design / Interface & Interaction Design / Human-Centered Computing (HCC)
• Product Aesthetics
• Product Design
• Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology
• Social and Cultural Aspects of Design
• Sustainable Design
• Universal and Inclusive Design
• Visual Design
• Application of Artificial Intelligence in Industrial Design

Salary Details

The remuneration offered for the Ad hoc Faculty position will be as follows:

• Candidates with Ph.D. Degree: ₹70,900 per month (Consolidated)
• Ph.D. Thesis Submitted Candidates: ₹57,700 per month
  • Note: This amount is subject to final approval from the competent authority.
  • After successful defense of the thesis, the candidate may be considered for an increased salary of ₹70,900 per month.

Selection Process

• The selection will be made solely based on a Personal Interview.
• Candidates will be assessed on the basis of their academic background, research experience, domain knowledge, teaching ability, and overall suitability for the role.
• It is important to attend the personal interview in person at the mentioned venue and time.

Application Process

1. Submission of Online Application:
   • Interested and eligible candidates must complete the online application form before the deadline of 18th June 2025.
   • All personal, academic, and professional details should be filled in correctly and accurately in the application form.
2. Documents Required on the Day of Interview:
   • Printout of the online submitted application form
   • One set of self-attested photocopies of all academic qualifications, experience certificates, and other relevant documents
   • Original certificates for verification
   • Two recent passport-size photographs
3. Important Note:
   • This is a temporary position purely on an ad hoc basis.
   • It is not connected to any regular or permanent teaching or faculty appointment at NIT Rourkela.
   • Engagement will be for the Autumn Semester 2025-26 and may be extended depending on the departmental requirements and individual performance.

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