Job Description: Professors, Associate Professors and Assistant Professors at Firebird Institute of Research in Management
Position: Professors, Associate Professors and Assistant Professors
Department: Relevant Department (e.g., Marketing, Finance, HR, Operations, Business Analytics, Fintech, Digital Marketing etc.)
Reporting to: Dean of Academics
Job Summary:
The Faculty members at Firebird Institute of Research in Management will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality education and ensuring students achieve exceptional academic outcomes. The role involves developing and curating course content aligned with NBA accreditation standards, utilizing digital tools and smart boards for teaching, mentoring students, guiding project work, and maintaining academic rigor through lesson planning and outcome-based teaching. The Faculty members will also contribute to the internal quality assurance processes to uphold and enhance the institute’s academic standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Course Content Development:
- Develop and curate course materials that align with NBA accreditation standards.
- Ensure that all course content is updated, relevant, and incorporates the latest industry trends.
- Digital Content Development:
- Create and enhance digital content to support online and hybrid learning models.
- Integrate interactive tools, multimedia, and case studies to facilitate student engagement.
- Smart Board & Traditional Teaching:
- Deliver lectures using smart boards and traditional teaching methods to ensure a comprehensive learning experience.
- Engage students through a mix of instructional strategies, including discussions, group work, and case studies.
- Content Upload on Digii Campus:
- Upload all course materials, assignments, lecture notes, and other relevant resources on the Digii Campus ERP platform.
- Ensure timely availability of materials to students and maintain organized digital records.
- Mentorship & Student Guidance:
- Provide academic and career mentoring to students, guiding them through their educational journey and career planning.
- Supervise and guide students in their project work, ensuring adherence to academic standards and industry relevance.
- Case Study-Based Teaching:
- Incorporate case studies into the curriculum to promote practical learning and application of theoretical concepts.
- Facilitate discussions that help students analyze and solve real-world business problems.
- Outcome-Based Teaching & Lesson Planning:
- Develop lesson plans that focus on achieving specific learning outcomes aligned with Bloom’s Taxonomy.
- Create assessments that accurately measure student learning and comprehension as per the institute’s examination and evaluation patterns.
- Examination & Evaluation:
- Design examination questions that align with the academic pattern and evaluation system of the institute.
- Participate in the examination process, ensuring fairness and transparency in student evaluation.
- ERP Management & Attendance:
- Regularly update student attendance, grades, and academic performance on the Digii Campus ERP system.
- Maintain strict adherence to attendance policies and ensure students meet the required attendance thresholds.
- Internal Quality Assurance:
- Actively participate as a member of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) to ensure compliance with NBA accreditation standards.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of teaching, learning, and assessment.
- Checklist of Regular Tasks:
- Ensure that all courses are delivered as per the planned schedule and curriculum.
- Regularly review and update teaching materials and methods.
- Engage in continuous professional development to stay updated with the latest in education and industry practices.
- Maintain an open line of communication with students and address their academic concerns promptly.
- Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and contribute to a collegial working environment.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Engage in research activities and contribute to the academic community through publications and conferences.
- Participate in academic and administrative committees as required.
- Support the institute’s mission to provide high-quality management education and contribute to its vision of academic excellence.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Student Feedback & Satisfaction:
- Target: Achieve an average student satisfaction score of 4.5/5 or higher in course evaluations.
- Measure: Analysis of student feedback forms and course evaluations.
- Course Content Quality & Relevance:
- Target: Ensure 100% alignment of course content with NBA accreditation standards.
- Measure: Regular internal audits and peer reviews of course materials.
- Digital Content Development:
- Target: Develop and upload 100% of course content on Digii Campus ERP before the commencement of each trimester.
- Measure: Timeliness and completeness of content uploaded to the ERP system.
- Teaching Methodology & Innovation:
- Target: Implement smart board technology in 90% of all classroom sessions.
- Measure: Classroom observation reports and technology usage logs.
- Student Academic Performance:
- Target: Achieve an 85% pass rate in courses taught.
- Measure: Analysis of student grades and performance data.
- Mentorship & Student Engagement:
- Target: Conduct at least one mentorship session per student each trimester.
- Measure: Records of mentorship sessions and student feedback.
- Project Guidance & Research Output:
- Target: Ensure 100% of supervised student projects are completed to a high standard and submitted on time.
- Measure: Project submission records and quality assessments.
- Attendance Compliance:
- Target: Maintain a minimum of 95% attendance compliance among students.
- Measure: Attendance records and compliance reports.
- Contribution to IQAC:
- Target: Active participation in at least 90% of IQAC meetings and initiatives.
- Measure: Attendance records at IQAC meetings and contributions to quality improvement initiatives.
- Professional Development:
- Target: Participate in at least two professional development programs or workshops annually.
- Measure: Certification and participation records.
- Timely Submission of Academic Data:
- Target: Submit all required academic data and reports within the specified deadlines.
- Measure: Timeliness of submissions on the Digii Campus ERP.
Job Location: Coimbatore, Tamilnadu
Pay Scale: Best in the industry
Website URL: www.firebird.ac.in
How to Apply: Interested and eligible candidates are requested to send an application along with their CV to the e-mail address or postal address provided below at the earliest.
Email Address to apply: [email protected]
Last Date to Apply: At the Earliest.
Address of Institution:
The Director,
Firebird Institute of Research in Management,
Golf Club Road, Chettipalayam, Coimbatore – 641201
Tamilnadu, India.
Contact Number: 9944009193