Overview

The Office of the Dean of Faculty Affairs (DoFA) at IISER Berhampur is responsible for guiding and supporting all matters related to the Institute’s faculty community. As a key academic and administrative office, DoFA oversees faculty recruitment, appointments, promotions, professional development, and welfare, ensuring that institutional policies and processes uphold the highest standards of academic excellence and integrity.

The office works closely with departments, research centres, administrative divisions, and statutory committees to facilitate a transparent and efficient framework for faculty-related activities. This includes supporting new faculty onboarding, coordinating appraisal and evaluation mechanisms, promoting faculty achievements, and enabling opportunities for academic growth, interdisciplinary engagement, and research advancement.

Through its commitment to fostering a dynamic, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating academic environment, the Office of the Dean of Faculty Affairs plays a vital role in strengthening IISER Berhampur’s academic foundation. By ensuring robust governance, fair administrative practices, and continuous engagement with the faculty body, the office contributes significantly to the Institute’s mission of advancing science education and research at national and global levels.