An Assistant Professor is an entry-level academic position at universities and colleges. They are responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, conducting research, publishing scholarly articles, and mentoring students. Strong communication skills, subject matter expertise, and a passion for teaching are essential. Many assistant professors in India also focus on securing research grants to fund their projects.

• Key Responsibilities: Teaching, research, student mentorship, curriculum development.
• Skills Required: Teaching skills, research methodology, communication, subject matter expertise.