Mr. Ranjan Raj is currently working as Assistant Professor, School of Computer Science (SoCSE), RV University. He brings a blend of academic excellence and industry experience to this role. His educational journey began with a B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering, followed by an M.Tech in Information Technology from RV College of Engineering, Bangalore. This strong academic foundation has played a key role in shaping his approach to both teaching and research. After graduation, he gained valuable experience in the corporate world, working as a System Analyst at Capgemini Technology Services India Limited and as a Project Engineer at Wipro Limited. These roles provided deep insights into the practical applications of technology and the evolving needs of the industry.
At RV University, he focuses on nurturing future IT professionals through hands-on learning, critical thinking, and practical application of theoretical concepts. His research interests span various areas of computer science and information technology, aiming to make real-world contributions and inspire students to push boundaries and explore new ideas.
I am an engineer turned lawyer, with a unique blend of technical expertise and legal insight. After completing a degree in engineering, I worked in the field, that later became a solid foundation for transitioning into law. Motivated by an interest in the intersection of technology and legal frameworks, I pursued a law degree, focusing on areas like intellectual property, technology law, and contract law.
Before joining RV University, I practiced law at Kusuma Advocates, where I worked on a range of cases, including land litigation, family matters, and commercial disputes.
I am also passionate about academia. I joined as a Research Associate under Dr. YSR Murthy, the previous Vice Chancellor of RV University. In this role, I contributed to papers on medical ethics, reflections on the 2024 budget, and a critical analysis of political manifestos through the lens of sustainability. This experience provided me with valuable insights into policy analysis, academic writing and understanding of critical contemporary issues.
Further demonstrating engagement in the legal field, I have presented a paper on the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam at a national conference held at MS Ramaiah School of Law, contributing to ongoing discussions on India’s evidentiary laws. This involvement in both professional practice and academic research showcase my commitment to making a meaningful impact in the legal profession.
Mrs. Suma M N is a Senior Statistician and an accomplished Assistant Professor in Statistics with over 14 years of extensive experience in academia, research, and data analytics. She has served as a Senior Statistician, specializing in advanced statistical methods and data-driven decision-making. With a background in working with NGOs as a Research Associate, Suma has expertise in a range of statistical software, including SPSS, Minitab, Jamovi, R programming, and Python. She is committed to academic excellence, fostering research innovation, and applying statistical insights across multiple fields.
Dr. Deep Mukherjee is an applied microeconomist particularly interested in quantitative analysis of socio-economic and public policy issues. He received MS and PhD from the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of Connecticut, with doctoral thesis focusing on the economics of dairy farming in the face of climate change. He has more than 15 years of combined work experience in multiple roles in academia and industry.
Keerthana Vijayakumar is an Assistant Professor at the School of Law, RV University. She has completed her Masters in Forensic Psychology from National Forensic Sciences University, Gujarat.
She has over four years of hands-on industry experience, having worked with the Delhi Police as their Senior Forensic Psychologist. She worked on over hundred plus cases from all over Delhi as it was her jurisdictional duties. Majorly, she was involved in criminal investigation to help understand psychological problems associated with criminal behaviour, forensic research, criminal profiling, and many more. While working with Delhi Police, she was deputed to work with various other law enforcement such as Chandigarh Police, Chennai Police to name a few.
In addition to her law enforcement background, she has two years of clinical experience having worked as a Psychologist (Research Assistant) on a TATA funded longitudinal Alzheimer’s study at the Centre for Neuroscience and Centre for Brain Research at Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru.
She has also worked extensively in social counselling at Parihar(NGO), based in the Bengaluru Commissioner’s office, and has also gained practical insights into forensic psychology at the Directorate of Forensic Science Laboratory at Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
Her expertise extends to training and mentorship, having conducted workshops and lecture programs for police officers at the Delhi Police and led intern training programs.
Dr. Varsha Jaiswal, an esteemed Assistant Professor, at School of Business at RV University has a Ph.D. in Commerce from School of Management Studies, IGNOU, her research thrives at the intersection of entrepreneurship and marketing, with a particular focus on e-business adoption in MSMEs. She holds a Master’s degree in Commerce (M. Com) with a specialization in Marketing from Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University. Additionally, she completed her Bachelor’s in Commerce (B. Com), focusing on Marketing and Economic & Fiscal Administration from the same university. Her academic path is marked by significant achievements, including her tenure as a Junior and Senior Research Fellow under the UGC NET Fellowship.
Dr. Jaiswal has served as guest faculty at esteemed institutions like the University of Delhi and KCC Institute affiliated with GGSIP University, New Delhi. Her commitment to teaching extends to skill development initiatives. She has crafted modules for entrepreneurship training in collaboration with IGNOU and the Ministry of Skill Development and also contributed to self-learning materials on MSMEs, making her knowledge accessible to a wider audience.
At RV University, Dr. Jaiswal motivates students to delve into the synergy of commerce, technology, and marketing, preparing them with the insights and skills needed to thrive in today’s fast-evolving business landscape.
Khushboo Pandey is a dedicated professional currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the School of Computer Science and Engineering at RV University. She has completed her undergraduate degree in Computer Science and Engineering and her postgraduate degree in Computer Science and Engineering from APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University in Lucknow(Uttar Pradesh). She is also pursuing her PhD at Amity University(Noida, UP). She has an overall work experience spanning over 9 years, during which she has dedicated 7 years to teaching. Additionally, she has ventured into entrepreneurship and innovation, which adds a practical dimension to her academic insights. Her pursuit of knowledge and dedication to both teaching and research underscore her role as a promising academician and researcher in her field.
Subject Command: DBMS, Theory of Computation (Automata), Discrete Structures, Data Structure
She is UGC-NET qualified in Management and a Gold Medalist in MBA from Rani Channamma University, Belagavi, Karnataka with Professional experience of 7+ years. She completed her BBA from Karnatak University, Dharwad, Karnataka. She has presented her research papers in international conferences and has also published her research papers in ABS, ABDC and SCOPUS Indexed journals. Her broad areas of research interests include employee engagement, financial markets and behavioral finance. She has experience of handling courses such as Financial Management, Accounting, Economics, Managerial Communication, Indian Business Environment, Business Law, Organization Behavior and Human Resource Management at PG/MBA level
Dr. Balaji Bhovi has done his masters in Commerce with Accounting and Finance specialisation. Ph. D. on Venture Capital Finance at Mangalore University. Post Doctoral Research on Input Tax Credit Practices under GST Scenario at ISEC with ICSSR Fellowship.
Dr. K. Sailaja Kumar holds a Ph.D. in Computer Applications from Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and an M.Phil. from Madurai Kamaraj University. With over 24 years of academic experience and 2 years in industry, she is an Associate Professor at RV University, Bangalore. She specialises in Data Science, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, and Big Data.
Before RV University, Dr. Sailaja was a Senior Subject Matter Expert at UNext Learning Pvt. Ltd., providing corporate training and managing data science projects for clients like HPE, Deloitte, and Oracle. Her research, published in national and international journals, focuses on predictive analytics, recommender systems, and social network analysis.
In addition to teaching and research, she is involved in curriculum development as a Board of Studies member and has contributed to syllabus design, exam preparation, and student evaluations. She has also been actively involved in NBA, NAAC, IQAC, and NPTEL initiatives.
Dr. Sailaja is a life member of the Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE), the Computer Society of India (CSI), and a member of the IEEE Computational Intelligence Society. She is dedicated to integrating technology into education and mentoring future data scientists.
