Faculty Positions in Social Science (Interdisciplinary)

About the role

Azim Premji University is seeking scholars to join its undergraduate Social Science programme. The positions are interdisciplinary, welcoming expertise in Contemporary History, Economics, Political Science, or Human Geography, and expect faculty to teach across traditional boundaries while contributing to curriculum development.

Key responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses across Social Science disciplines and develop interdisciplinary curricula.
• Participate in programme design, institutional process development, and culture building within the new university.
• Maintain an active research agenda, produce scholarly work, and support the university’s research mission.
• Mentor and advise students, and collaborate with colleagues across departments.

Required profile

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in History, Economics, Political Science, or Human Geography.
• Demonstrated research record and ability to teach a diverse classroom.
• Commitment to the university’s mission of fostering a just, equitable, humane and sustainable society.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape an emerging interdisciplinary undergraduate programme.
• Involvement in institution‑building activities and governance.
• Support for research and professional development.