
Current Academic Role & Responsibilities
Actively contributing to both undergraduate and postgraduate education. He teaches core chemistry courses for B.Tech (UG) students and specialized subjects in Physical Chemistry and Quantum Sciences at the M.Sc. (PG) level. His academic responsibilities include preparing and setting question papers, conducting theory examinations, and ensuring rigorous evaluation standards. He also takes part in examination duties such as invigilation, maintaining discipline and integrity in the assessment process.
In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Dr. Sudhakar plays an important role as a Teacher Guardian, mentoring students in both academic and personal development. He actively guides Ph.D., postgraduate, and undergraduate students in research activities, fostering interdisciplinary learning and innovation. His mentorship has enabled students to undertake research projects in emerging areas, contributing to their academic growth and research competence. Beyond classroom teaching and research supervision, Dr. Sudhakar is actively involved in academic administration and outreach.
He organizes and conducts workshops, seminars, and conferences to promote scientific learning and collaboration. He is also invited to deliver guest lectures at various institutions, sharing his expertise with a wider academic audience. Furthermore, he serves as a Section Coordinator and Time Table Coordinator, ensuring efficient scheduling and smooth academic operations within the department.
Academic Qualifications
| Degree | Specialisation | Institute | yearOfPassing |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Chemistry | Mangalore University | 2009 |
| PhD | Electrochemistry | Manipal Academy of Higher Education | 2015 |
Subjects Currently Teaching
| Subject | Semester / Year |
|---|---|
| Applied Chemistry for Engineers | I & II Semester |
| Physical Chemistry 1 | I Semester |
| Physical Chemistry 2 | II semester |
| Principles and Practices of Analytical Chemistry | II semester |
Experience
| Institution / Organisation | Designation | Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| Manipal Institute of Technology, MAHE (Deemed to be University) | Associate Professor | Dec 2024 to present |
| Manipal Institute of Technology, MAHE (Deemed to be University) | Assistant Professor | Sept 2021 to Nov 2024 |
| Christ (Deemed to be University), | Assistant Professor | Nov 2019 to Sept 2021 |
| Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College (Autonomous), | Assistant Professor | Oct 2017 to Oct 2019 |
| Christ (Deemed to be University), | Assistant Professor | July 2016 to Sept 2017 |
| Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College (Autonomous), | Assistant Professor | Sept 2014 to June 2016 |
| Vivekananda College of Engineering and Technology- Puttur, Karnataka | Lecturer | Sept 2009 to April-2011 |