Professor of Practice

Professor of Practice (PoP) Opportunities at Brainware University

Brainware University, Kolkata is a UGC-recognized multidisciplinary institution with more than 18,000 students and a faculty strength of over 700. We focus on research, innovation, and outcome-driven education that prepares students for a global future.

We are inviting seasoned industry professionals to join us as Professors of Practice (PoP) and bring real-world insight straight into the classroom. Your expertise will help us build stronger bridges between industry and academia.

Openings are available in:

• Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)

• Management

• Media

• Law

• CST

• Related interdisciplinary fields

Key contribution areas:

• Entrepreneurship and start-up mentoring

• Branding and outreach activities

• International collaborations and global academic exchange

• Pre-placement training, internships, and corporate connect programmes

Duties and responsibilities (in line with UGC guidelines):

• Design and development of courses and curriculum to make programmes more industry- and practice-oriented

• Introducing practice-based courses and delivering lectures, masterclasses, and workshops

• Mentoring students on innovation, entrepreneurship, start-ups, live industry projects, and consultancy-style assignments

• Strengthening industry–academia collaboration with companies, firms, start-ups, media houses, law chambers, and other organisations

• Conducting workshops, seminars, training programmes, special lectures, and outreach activities jointly with regular faculty

• Participating in joint research projects or consultancy assignments with faculty and relevant centres

Additional expectations:

• Active involvement in departmental branding campaigns, outreach events, conclaves, and industry interactions

• Supporting international linkages, visiting delegations, cross-border projects, and joint events

• Contributing to structured pre-placement training, placement bootcamps, and industry networking for students

Eligibility:

Minimum 15 years of professional experience, preferably at a senior level. (For detailed norms, applicants may refer to the UGC guidelines.)

How to Apply:-

Interested candidates may reach out at:

Call at / and Send your resume to, Putting your educational domain in the subject area.