Preparing for a faculty technical seminar
Most Indian institutions include a research seminar in faculty selection. Here's how to prepare.
Updated 14 Oct 2026
Know the audience
The room will include people outside your sub-field. Spend the first ten minutes on motivation and contribution.
Research, then teaching, then plans
Committees typically expect your background, your research so far, and your plans to teach and research at their institution.
Rehearse the Q&A
Prepare for questions on identification, data access, and how your work translates to the classroom.