Associate Professor- Computer Architecture

About the Institution Rishihood University, in collaboration with Newton School of Technology, is building a future-focused model for engineering and technology education that blends academic excellence with strong industry relevance. The institution is committed to creating experiential, outcome-driven learning environments that prepare students for cutting-edge careers in technology and innovation. About the Role We are seeking accomplished academicians and industry professionals for the role of Professor / Associate Professor – Modern Computer Architecture & VLSI Systems . This role is ideal for candidates with deep expertise in VLSI design, digital systems, processor architecture, and hardware engineering who are passionate about teaching, mentoring, research, and curriculum leadership. The selected candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality instruction, guiding student innovation, leading academic initiatives, and strengthening interdisciplinary learning in Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, and VLSI Design. Key Responsibilities Teaching & Academic Leadership Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses in: Computer Architecture Digital Systems Design Microprocessors & Microcontrollers Embedded Systems VLSI & Hardware Systems Teach architectural concepts through real-world VLSI and processor design applications. Lead classroom instruction, laboratory sessions, design-based learning, and capstone projects. Curriculum Development & Innovation Design and continuously enhance curriculum, labs, assignments, and assessments aligned with industry and research advancements. Develop hands-on RTL, FPGA, ASIC, and processor architecture projects for experiential learning. Introduce modern topics such as: RISC-V Architectures, SoC Design, Low-Power Systems, Hardware Acceleration, Verification Methodologies Research & Scholarly Contribution Contribute to research publications, conferences, patents, and funded projects. Encourage interdisciplinary and applied research initiatives. Guide student research, innovation challenges, and technical competitions. Mentorship & Student Development Mentor students in academics, research, placements, and higher studies. Support students in hardware design projects, internships, and technical career pathways. Foster a strong culture of innovation, experimentation, and engineering rigor. Academic Administration & Collaboration Collaborate with faculty, industry experts, and curriculum teams to improve learning outcomes. Participate in accreditation, departmental planning, and institutional initiatives. Conduct workshops, technical bootcamps, guest lectures, and industry interaction sessions. Required Qualifications Educational Qualifications Ph.D. in VLSI Design / Computer Engineering / Electronics & Communication Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science or related discipline is Mandatory Strong academic background with demonstrated teaching and/or research excellence Eligibility as per UGC/AICTE norms preferred Experience 5+ years of combined experience in Academia and/or Industry Prior experience as: Assistant Professor/ Associate Professor/ Professor/ Research Faculty/ Technical Trainer are preferred Experience mentoring students, handling laboratories, and leading academic initiatives is highly desirable. Technical Expertise Required: Computer Architecture Strong command over: Instruction Set Architectures Microprocessors & Microcontrollers Memory Hierarchy & Cache Systems Pipelining & Parallelism Datapath & Control Unit Design Processor Performance Optimization VLSI & Hardware Systems Hands-on expertise in: RTL Design CMOS Circuits ASIC / FPGA Design Flow Timing Analysis Verification & Validation Physical Design & Layout Concepts Tools & Technologies: Proficiency with tools such as: Cadence Synopsys ModelSim Xilinx Mentor Graphics Vivado or equivalent EDA platforms Programming & HDL Skills Verilog / VHDL Tcl / Shell Scripting Python or equivalent scripting languages Preferred Skills Research publications in reputed journals/conferences Familiarity with: RISC-V, ARM Architectures, SoC Integration, DFT & Verification Methodologies Experience with academic program design or accreditation processes Exposure to LMS platforms and modern teaching methodologies Contributions to open-source hardware or technical communities What Makes You a Strong Fit Passion for teaching and mentoring future engineers Strong academic and technical leadership capabilities Ability to bridge theory with real-world engineering applications Commitment to innovation, quality, and student outcomes Interest in building scalable and future-ready engineering education programs Why Join Us? Opportunity to shape next-generation engineering education Work in a modern, innovation-led academic ecosystem Collaborate with industry leaders, researchers, and educators Access to advanced labs, infrastructure, and interdisciplinary initiatives Contribute to a high-impact institution redefining technology education in India Learn More: Newton School of Technology (NST) at Rishihood University We are looking for visionary educators, researchers, and academic leaders who are passionate about advancing Computer Architecture and VLSI education while mentoring the next generation of technology innovators.