Dr. Ajay Kumar

To contribute to a dynamic academic and research environment by leveraging teaching experience, research capabilities, and administrative acumen to promote innovation, knowledge creation, and global academic standards. More than 21 years of experience in academia, research, and administration with expertise in Recombinant DNA Technology / Genetic Engineering, Proteomics, Fermentation Technology, and Bioinformatics.

Professor in Biotechnology, Dean (R&D) Dean (Academics) - Rama University - Kanpur

(2025-11-04)

Presently holding additional charge as Dean (R&D) Dean (Academics) with responsibility for research coordination and academic excellence.

• Led curriculum development and revision in alignment with NEP 2020 and regulatory frameworks of UGC and AICTE
• Designed and implemented innovative academic policies to enhance quality assurance, student learning outcomes, and faculty performance metrics
• Conceptualized, planned, and oversaw the establishment of advanced Biotechnology laboratories, including Genetic Engineering laboratories
• Promoted interdisciplinary academic and research initiatives to improve employability, innovation, and scholarly output
• Initiated, executed, and monitored MoUs with industry and academic institutions for collaborative research projects, internships, and skill development
• Coordinated and contributed significantly to NAAC, NBA accreditation processes at the departmental and institutional levels
• Facilitated research and innovation by connecting faculty members with industry-driven projects, consultancy opportunities, and external funding agencies
• Developed and implemented data-driven dashboards to monitor research productivity and academic performance indicators

Dean Faculty of Engineering & Technology - Rama University - Kanpur

(2025-11-04)

Presently working as Dean of the Faculty of Engineering & Technology.

Dean (Research & Development) - Rama University - Kanpur

(2025-08-19)

Presently working as Dean (Research & Development).

Research Coordinator, Faculty of Engineering & Technology - Rama University - Kanpur

(2025-04-22)

Worked as Research Coordinator for the Faculty of Engineering & Technology.

Professor in Biotechnology - Rama University - Kanpur

(2020-01-19)

Presently working as Professor, Department of Biotechnology.

Associate Professor, Department of Biotechnology - Rama University - Kanpur

(2014-07-28 - 2020-01-18)

Worked as Associate Professor in the Department of Biotechnology.

Research Scientist - Dr. Rawat Institute of Life Sciences - Lucknow

(2013-08-01 - 2014-07-31)

Worked as Research Scientist.

Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology - Institute of Biomedical Education and Research, Mangalayatan University - Aligarh, U.P.

(2008-08-25 - 2013-07-31)

Worked as Assistant Professor in the Department of Biotechnology.

Senior Lecturer, Department of Biotechnology - College of Engineering & Technology (UPTU), IFTM Campus - Moradabad, U.P.

(2007-08-03 - 2008-07-31)

Worked as Senior Lecturer in the Department of Biotechnology.

Senior Lecturer, Department of Biotechnology - Saroj Institute of Engineering & Technology and Management (UPTU) - Lucknow, U.P.

(2006-07-03 - 2007-07-30)

Worked as Senior Lecturer in the Department of Biotechnology.

Guest Lecturer, Department of Biotechnology - Institute of Engineering & Technology (UPTU) - Sitapur Road, Lucknow, U.P.

(2006-01-03 - 2006-06-30)

Worked as Guest Lecturer in the Department of Biotechnology.

Lecturer, Department of Biotechnology - S.D. College of Engineering & Technology (UPTU) - Muzaffarnagar, U.P.

(2005-06-01 - 2005-12-30)

Worked as Lecturer in the Department of Biotechnology.

Head, Department of Biotechnology - Rama University - Kanpur

(2014-07-28 - 2025-04-22)

Worked as Head of the Department of Biotechnology with oversight of departmental planning, infrastructure development, regulatory compliance, and research initiatives.

• Led curriculum development and revision in alignment with NEP 2020 and regulatory frameworks of UGC and AICTE
• Designed and implemented innovative academic policies to enhance quality assurance, student learning outcomes, and faculty performance metrics
• Conceptualized, planned, and oversaw the establishment of advanced Biotechnology laboratories, including Genetic Engineering laboratories
• Promoted interdisciplinary academic and research initiatives to improve employability, innovation, and scholarly output
• Initiated, executed, and monitored MoUs with industry and academic institutions for collaborative research projects, internships, and skill development
• Coordinated and contributed significantly to NAAC, NBA accreditation processes at the departmental and institutional levels
• Facilitated research and innovation by connecting faculty members with industry-driven projects, consultancy opportunities, and external funding agencies
• Developed and implemented data-driven dashboards to monitor research productivity and academic performance indicators
• Organized and conducted Faculty Development Programs (FDPs), academic audits, and capacity-building workshops for continuous academic improvement
• Led student-centric initiatives focusing on academic support, mentoring, career guidance, and industry readiness
• Planned, introduced, and monitored the execution of new academic programs across the university
• Prepared, planned, and coordinated compliance and documentation for NAAC, DSIR, and other regulatory bodies for multiple programs
• Developed and successfully implemented the Institutional Development Plan (IDP)
• Demonstrated expertise in curriculum design and development in line with national and international academic standards
• Evaluated degree candidates' academic eligibility and coordinated convocation / graduation ceremonies
• Ensured effective conduct of Academic and Administrative Audits (AAA)
• Designed and implemented efficient organizational structures to achieve institutional objectives
• Formulated and executed short-term and long-term strategic goals of the institution
• Prepared and presented the Annual Report of the Institution
• Conceptualized and developed the CAPSULE Program for engineering students to bridge the industry–academia gap

Research Coordinator - Rama University - Kanpur

(2019-02-06 - 2021-07-31)

Worked as Research Coordinator with responsibility for facilitating research initiatives and connecting faculty with funding agencies.

Dean, Faculty of Engineering & Technology - Rama University - Kanpur

(2017-11-27 - 2019-02-05)

Worked as Dean of the Faculty of Engineering & Technology.

Ph.D. - Biotechnology - Central Institute Research on Goats (ICAR), Farah, Mathura, India (2006)

M.Tech - Biotechnology - Institute of Engineering & Technology, Lucknow, India (2001)