Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the following Positions. Interested Eligible candidates fulfilling the criteria may submit their applications in the prescribed format along with the detailed CV / As per the Norms.

🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION

COCHIN UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) is a premier institution located in Kerala, India, known for its commitment to excellence in education and research. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across various disciplines, fostering an environment of innovation and learning.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Assistant Professor (On Contract)

🎯 DEPARTMENT / DISCIPLINE / SPECIALIZATION

• School of Management Studies
• Marketing 
• Finance
• Operations
• HR
• Quantitative Techniques

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

A. Minimum Qualification

i. MBA with Specialisation in Marketing / Finance / Operations / HR/Quantitative Techniques / Systems with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever the grading system is followed) from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University.

ii. Besides fulfilling the above qualifications, the candidate must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC, CSIR or similar test accredited by the UGC like SLET/SET or who are or have been awarded a Ph.D Degree in accordance with the University Grants Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of M.Phil./Ph.D. Degree)

Regulations, 2009 or 2016 and their amendments from time to time as the case may be exempted from NET/SLET/SET:

a. The Ph.D degree of the candidate has been awarded in a regular mode

b. The Ph.D thesis has been evaluated by at least two external examiners

c. An open Ph.D viva voce of the candidate has been conducted

d. The candidate has published two research papers from his/her Ph.D work, out of which at least one is in a refereed journal

e. The candidate has presented at least two papers based on his/her Ph.D work in conference/seminars sponsored/funded/supported by the UGC/ICSSR/CSIR or any similar agency.

The fulfillment of these conditions is to be certified by the

Registrar or Dean (Academic Affairs) of the University concerned.

OR

B. The Ph.D degree has been obtained from a foreign University/Institution with a ranking among top 500 in the world University Ranking (at any time) by any one of the following:

i. Quacquarelli Symonds (QS)

ii. The times Higher Education (THE) or

The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) of the Shanghai Jiao Tong University (Shanghai)

Desirable qualification – Ph.D

The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website.

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

For Ph.D holder – Rs. 42,000/-

For rest of the contract teachers – Rs.40,000/-

💺 JOB LOCATION

Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kerala, India

📝 HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates shall apply online through the website recruit.cusat.ac.in before the last date. The hard copy of the online application as downloaded from the website, strictly adhering to the terms/regulations mentioned in the Notification should reach the Office of the Registrar, Cochin University of Science & Technology, Kochi – 682 022 before the last date prescribed along with the self attested copies of necessary documents in proof of all claims made in the application such as Qualification, Date of Birth, Reservation etc.

Applications received after the last date prescribed will be summarily rejected. Claims made in the application without supporting documents will not be considered. Claims which are not mentioned in the original application submitted will not be considered at any later stage of application processing. Application fee is not refundable.

Appointments, conditions of service, emoluments and other service benefits shall be governed by the provisions of KSR, KS&SSR, Act/Statutes/Ordinances and Syndicate Decisions of Cochin University of Science and Technology as amended from time to time. Communal Reservation Policy will be followed at the time of appointment treating University Departments/Centres as a single unit.

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

Last date submitting application :15.06.2026

Last date for receiving hard copy of application :22.06.2026

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

Cochin University of Science and Technology, Thrikkakara, South Kalamassery, Kochi, Kerala, India – 682022

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

Cochin University of Science and Technology invites applications from eligible candidates for the Teaching Faculty positions

Teaching Faculty positions Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://recruit.cusat.ac.in/files/NOTIFICATION_434.pdf

In conclusion, this recruitment drive by Cochin University of Science and Technology offers a significant opportunity for aspiring educators to join a prestigious institution. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply promptly to be considered for the Assistant Professor position in the School of Management Studies.