Hassan, Karnataka, India
Seasoned Civil Engineering academic and researcher with 15+ years of comprehensive experience across industry, teaching, and research, currently serving as Associate Professor and Head of Department at Navkis College of Engineering (NCE), Hassan, an initiative from Sri M. S. Ramaiah. Demonstrated expertise in academic leadership, curriculum development, research advancement, and institutional growth, with a strong commitment to excellence in engineering education and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to mentor students, guide faculty, and contribute to accreditation, research initiatives, and industry partnerships. Specialization includes sustainable and green construction, smart concrete, recycled materials, and energy-efficient building technologies, aligned with global priorities in sustainable infrastructure development. Actively engaged in research with multiple publications, books, and patents, and recognized with prestigious honors including the Best Teacher Award and Best Research Paper Award. Experienced in supervising undergraduate and postgraduate research, fostering innovation, and promoting outcome-based education. Keen interest in contributing at a strategic level in roles such as Associate Professor, Head of Department (HoD), or Dean, driving academic excellence, research culture, and industry-academia collaboration. Core Competencies • Academic Leadership & Administration • Curriculum Design & Outcome-Based Education (OBE) • Research & Innovation Management • Faculty Mentoring & Development • Accreditation & Quality Assurance (NBA/ NAAC) • Industry Collaboration & Consultancy • Sustainable Construction & Smart Materials Key Achievements • 15+ years of teaching, research, and industry experience • Multiple research publications, books, and patents • Recipient of Best Teacher Award & Best Research Paper Award • Guided numerous UG/PG projects and research work • Active contributor to sustainable engineering practices