<p data-start="295" data-end="947">At Manipal School of Architecture and Planning (MSAP), I have been working as an Assistant Professor, contributing actively to teaching, research, academic mentoring, and consultancy. My responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses, guiding dissertations and theses, serving as a member of doctoral advisory committees, supporting Ph.D. scholars, and participating in institutional academic development and consultancy projects. The work culture at MSAP is highly professional, supportive, and conducive to academic growth, and I have greatly valued the collaborative environment and opportunities for teaching and research.</p>
<p data-start="949" data-end="1572">However, at this stage of my academic career, I am seeking greater professional advancement and academic responsibility. While MSAP offers a positive working environment and a competitive pay scale, the current institutional structure does not provide a clear pathway for progression beyond the position of Assistant Professor in the near future. Having completed my Ph.D. and accumulated over eight years of teaching, research, and professional experience, I am now eligible and well-prepared for the role of Associate Professor, which aligns better with my qualifications, expertise, and long-term academic goals.</p>
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<p data-start="1574" data-end="2185">My decision to seek new opportunities is therefore driven primarily by career growth, academic progression, and the desire to contribute at a higher level of responsibility, rather than any dissatisfaction with my current role. I am keen to take on expanded roles in curriculum development, research leadership, doctoral supervision, and institutional academic planning, which are integral to senior academic positions. I believe that moving to a role that offers such opportunities will enable me to contribute more meaningfully to teaching excellence, research productivity, and institutional development.</p>