Assistant Professor – Food Science

About the role

The Department seeks an Assistant Professor to join its faculty in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high‑quality teaching and advancing research in Food Science and related disciplines.

Key responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses covering Food Science and Technology, Food Microbiology, Nutritional Biochemistry, Food Safety and Quality Management, Food Security, Analytical Instrumentation, Experimental Nutrition, Food Product Development, Research Methodology, Biostatistics, Nutraceuticals, Functional Foods, and Basics of Food Engineering.
• Conduct independent research that results in publications in high‑impact, peer‑reviewed journals.
• Participate in departmental outreach activities to promote the university and its programs.
• Contribute to curriculum development, academic committees, and student mentorship.

Required profile

• PhD in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience in university‑level teaching and research.
• Strong record of scholarly publications in reputable journals.
• Excellent proficiency in English, both spoken and written.

Required skills

• English language proficiency (speaking and writing).