Assistant Professor in Business Management

Location: India, University of Liverpool – India Campus, Bengaluru

Reports to: Associate Dean (Head of Department), -  India Campus, Bengaluru
Role overview and University context: 

We are seeking a forward-thinking Assistant Professor to join the founding academic team at the University of Liverpool’s India Campus. In this exciting role, you will not only contribute to world class teaching and academic delivery but also play a vital part in shaping a cutting edge, learner centric environment that mirrors the academic excellence of the Liverpool campus.

As an Assistant Professor, you will be expected to bring academic rigor, a student first mindset, and a bold, future ready approach to teaching and learning excellence at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate teaching excellence in the public or private sector.

Why Join Us?

This is the chance to be part of a once in a generation opportunity to build a globally recognised university in India, backed by the heritage and academic strength of the University of Liverpool. Shape minds, influence futures, and reimagine higher education for tomorrow.  

To apply: Please email the following to jobs@liverpool.ac.uk:

• CV
• cover letter showing how you meet the criteria
• a research and teaching statement detailing your accomplishments over the last three years (This R&T Statement should not exceed 2 pages of A4). 
• Copies of your certificates/qualifications  
• Please include the role title you are applying for in the subject box of the email.

Commitment to Diversity 

We are committed to enhancing workforce diversity and seek to attract, develop and retain colleagues with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

Salary will be commensurate with the appointee’s accomplishments, potential, and the academic rank of the appointment.

Assistant Professor in Business Management

This role is suited for an early to mid-career academic with a strong foundation in teaching. The Assistant Professor will play an active role in designing and delivering modules across Business Management programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The appointee will also be encouraged to engage in scholarly activities aligned with the University's academic goals.

Key responsibilities and duties: 

• Deliver, teach and manage specialised modules such as Strategic Management, International Business, Marketing, Leadership, and related areas, using contemporary, student-centred approaches.
• Contribute to curriculum design and enhancement to ensure alignment with international standards, Industry trends, and employability outcomes.
• Develop and assess course materials Including syllabi, assignments, and examinations, ensuring academic rigour and clarity.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research or applied projects, providing academic guidance and constructive feedback.
• Advise and mentor students, supporting their academic progress and professional development.
• Engage In scholarly or applied research, including case study development or contributions to teaching innovation.
• Support accreditation and quality assurance activities contributing to continuous programme Improvement.
• Collaborate with faculty across disciplines and participate in university-wide initiatives, events, and committees.
• Maintain active engagement with Industry and academic networks to enhance teaching and programme relevance.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance teaching, scholarship, and academic leadership capabilities.

In addition to the above, all University of Liverpool, India – Bengaluru staff are required to: 

• Adhere to all University policies and procedures, completing all obligatory training and induction modules, including Equality & Diversity and Health & Safety.
• Respect confidentiality: all confidential information should be kept in confidence and not released to unauthorised persons.
• Participate in the University’s Professional Development Review scheme and take a proactive approach to own professional development.
• Demonstrate customer service excellence in dealing with all stakeholders.
• Embody and uphold the University’s Vision and Values.

About you

Experience

Essential

1. Demonstrated ability to design and deliver high-quality, research-Informed teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
2. Experience In contributing to curriculum development and programme enhancement, ensuring relevance to academic standards and industry expectations. 

Desirable

Education, qualifications and training

Essential

1. Ph.D. in Business Management, Management Studies, or a closely related field,
2. Significant academic experience, Including meaningful contributions to teaching, curriculum support, and academic service.

Desirable

1. Teaching qualification or Fellowship of HEA or commitment to complete qualification.

Skills, general and specialist Knowledge

Essential

1. Emerging leadership capabilities, Including experience in academic coordination, student mentoring, and participation in departmental planning or committees.

Desirable

Personal attributes

Essential

1. Active engagement in pedagogical enhancement through research, professional development, or participation in academic networks, with a clear commitment to continuous improvement In teaching and learning practices.

Desirable

About us

Established in 1881, we are an internationally renowned Russell Group university recognised for our high quality teaching and research. We are consistently ranked as one of the best universities both nationally and globally, and the majority of our research is rated world leading or internationally excellent. Find out more about us.

Right to work 

We have a legal responsibility to ensure that you have the right to work in India before you can start working for us.  If you do not have the right to work in India already, any offer of employment we make to you will be conditional upon you gaining it. 

Disabilities and alternative formats   

If you have any other requirements which will help you access the application or interview process or employment opportunities at the University, or if you require copies documentation in alternative formats, please email: jobs@liverpool.ac.uk or telephone 0151 794 6771.