Info Session on Faculty Roles at Plaksha University
2025-09-19 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | 350 Computing and Information Science Building, 127 Hoy Road, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
Introduction to Plaksha University: Re-imaginging Higher Education in Technology
A seminar about Academic and Research Opportunities

Friday, September 19, 2025 from 3:00-4:00 pm
CIS 350 (Mishra Conference Room)
If interested in attending, please register here.
Plaksha University extends a warm invitation to talented PhD scholars and postdoctoral fellows who are deeply committed to pioneering interdisciplinary research and impactful teaching. Join us for an engaging information session where you can explore opportunities, both as visiting and full-time faculty, to become part of our vibrant academic community. During the event, you will have the chance to connect with Prof. Rudra Pratap (Founding Vice Chancellor), a Cornell Engineering PhD alum.
At Plaksha, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and impact. We are actively seeking researchers across various interdisciplinary domains, including but not limited to computer science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, quantum computing, applied mathematics, statistics, operations research, robotics, cyber-physical systems, bio-engineering, economics, and computational social sciences.
Discover more about Plaksha’s mission, vision, and aspirations at our faculty recruitment presentation and networking session. Whether you’re a seasoned academic or emerging researcher, join us to learn how you can contribute to our dynamic community and shape the future of innovation.
About Plaksha University:
A greenfield technology university representing the bold aspirations of 21st century India, Plaksha has its mission anchored around three pillars: reimagining technology education, research to impact grand challenges, and catalyzing an entrepreneurial ecosystem. Plaksha is supported by 100+ philanthropists, eminent business leaders, tech entrepreneurs and has an eminent international Academic Advisory Board.
Under the leadership of its Founding Chancellor, Prof. Shankar Sastry (Former Dean of Engineering, UC Berkeley) and Founding Vice Chancellor, Prof. Rudra Pratap (Former Deputy Director, IISc Bangalore), Plaksha is developing a transformational model of engineering education and research that integrates technology, design, entrepreneurship, and social sciences. Located in Mohali, India, Plaksha is pioneering cutting-edge interdisciplinary engineering programs in AI, data science, bio-systems, robotics, cyber-physical systems, and other advanced areas.
