Appeal to Visiting Professors to Join Our Institute on an Honorary and Paid Basis
Advancing Knowledge Through Shared Academic Excellence
At the Strategia Research and Training Institute, we are committed to fostering a robust and inclusive research ecosystem that bridges academia, field realities, and policy-making. A critical pillar in this mission is the engagement of Visiting Professors—academics, scholars, and practitioners from around the world—who bring with them a wealth of knowledge, diverse perspectives, and global best practices.
In this context, we extend a heartfelt invitation to Visiting Professors to join our institute in honorary or paid capacities, contributing to our shared vision of socially responsive, interdisciplinary, and high-impact research and training.
Why This Appeal?
India, like many parts of the world, is at a pivotal juncture of transformation. We are facing complex challenges—from climate change and health disparities to education reform and technological transitions. There is an urgent need for transdisciplinary expertise and academic leadership to help navigate this moment.
At the Strategia Research and Training Institute, we believe that Visiting Professors play a transformative role—not just as guest lecturers but as collaborators, mentors, and catalysts of innovation. Your contribution can spark new research agendas, support young scholars, shape curriculum development, and influence real-world change through training and policy engagement.
Who Can Join as a Visiting Professor?
We invite expressions of interest from:
- Senior academicians with 10+ years of experience in universities or research institutions
- Emeritus professors and retired faculty seeking continued engagement
- Professionals and practitioners with extensive field-based expertise and a research orientation
- Diaspora scholars and global faculty interested in contributing to Indian research and development sectors
- Postdoctoral researchers or mid-career academics with teaching, research, or curriculum innovation experience
Disciplines may include but are not limited to:
- Social Sciences and Humanities
- Environmental Science and Climate Change
- Management Studies
- Agriculture and Rural Development
- Public Health and Epidemiology
- Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
- Education and Pedagogy
- Women’s Empowerment and Gender Studies
- Indigenous Studies and Community Development
Why Join Our Institute?
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Collaborative Research Environment
The Strategia Research and Training Institute offers a platform for interdisciplinary and action-oriented research. Visiting Professors have the opportunity to co-develop and lead research projects, collaborate with faculty and fellows, and contribute to publications and conferences.
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Teaching and Capacity Building
Engage in teaching specialized short-term courses, skill-development programs, and masterclasses for students, fellows, and community researchers. Your role may also include faculty development and curriculum review.
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Mentorship of Young Researchers
Provide critical guidance to PhD, and early-career researchers in research design, publication, and career progression. Your mentorship will help create a pipeline of socially engaged scholars.
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Policy and Outreach Engagement
The Strategia Research and Training Institute works closely with government bodies, civil society, and international agencies. Visiting Professors may participate in consultations, policy dialogues, and thematic policy research.
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Recognition and Affiliation
You will be formally affiliated with the Strategia Research and Training Institute and acknowledged in all collaborative outputs. Letters of appointment and honorary/consultancy contracts will be provided depending on your mode of engagement.
Types of Engagement: Honorary and Paid Options
We offer flexibility to suit the needs and preferences of academics and professionals.
1. Honorary Visiting Professors
- Ideal for retired or currently employed scholars who wish to contribute part-time or virtually.
- Appointments may be for 6 months to 2 years.
- No remuneration but full access to institute’s research ecosystem, facilities, and branding.
- Recognition through certificates, conference invitations, and co-authorship opportunities.
2. Paid Visiting Professors
- Suitable for those seeking temporary, part-time, or project-linked paid engagements.
- Time-bound contracts, ranging from a few weeks to one academic year.
- Remuneration as per institute approved honorarium structure or project funding provisions.
- Travel, accommodation, and incidental expenses covered (for field visits and workshops).
Both categories can work remotely, in person, or through hybrid models depending on location and project requirements.
Roles and Responsibilities
Visiting Professors at the Strategia Research and Training Institute may take on some or all of the following roles:
Deliver lectures, guest talks, and webinars
Co-supervise or guide ongoing research projects
Design and teach short-term interdisciplinary courses or modules
Mentor interns, fellows, and early-career faculty
Assist in proposal development and securing research funding
Participate in academic peer review and quality enhancement
Contribute to curriculum innovation and institutional strategy
Represent the Strategia Research and Training Institute in national and international academic forums
You may also contribute to flagship programs on:
Climate Resilience in the Himalayas
Women’s Enterprise and Skill Training
Digital Inclusion and IT for Development
Traditional Knowledge Systems and Sustainable Livelihoods
Inclusive Business Innovation and Rural Enterprise Systems (focusing on sustainable marketing, HR for social impact, MSME development, supply chain resilience, and financial inclusion in underserved regions)
How to Apply
Required Documents:
- Updated CV/Resume with list of publications and teaching experience
- Statement of Interest (Max 1000 words): Indicating area of expertise, preferred mode of engagement (honorary/paid), and proposed contributions
- Two references (academic or professional)
- Sample publication or lecture video (optional)
Application Process
- Send your documents to: strat.institute@gmail.com
- Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.
- Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interaction with institute’s Academic Council.
- Formal offer letters or Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) will be issued upon selection.
Let’s Co-Create a More Inclusive Knowledge Society
At our institute, we view Visiting Professors not as guests, but as knowledge partners in shaping a more inclusive, just, and evidence-driven society. Your involvement—whether for a few weeks or several months—can leave a lasting impact on students, communities, and national discourse.
We welcome your experience, curiosity, and vision.
Join us. Inspire minds. Lead change.
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