Assistant Professor Forensic Medicine

Position Summary:

The Assistant Professor in Forensic Medicine is an academic and clinical faculty position responsible for teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students, conducting medico-legal work, and contributing to academic research in forensic medicine and toxicology. The role involves theoretical instruction, practical training (including autopsy and medico-legal procedures), and administrative duties, aligned with institutional and regulatory standards.


Key Responsibilities:

Teaching and Academic Duties:

  • Deliver lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions in Forensic Medicine and Toxicology for MBBS and allied health science students.
  • Supervise and train students in autopsy demonstrations, medico-legal report writing, and court evidence procedures.
  • Prepare question papers, evaluate answer scripts, and conduct internal and university examinations.
  • Participate in academic activities such as seminars, workshops, CME programs, and interdisciplinary teaching.

Clinical and Medico-Legal Responsibilities:

  • Conduct and supervise medico-legal autopsies in coordination with law enforcement authorities.
  • Handle medico-legal cases such as age estimation, injury assessment, sexual assault examination, and toxicology cases.
  • Provide expert opinions for courts and testify as a medical expert when summoned.
  • Ensure maintenance of autopsy records, evidence, and medico-legal documentation.

Research and Scholarly Activities:

  • Undertake research in forensic pathology, toxicology, medical ethics, or related fields.
  • Publish findings in indexed medical journals and present at scientific forums.
  • Guide undergraduate student research and assist in collaborative institutional studies.

Administrative Responsibilities:

  • Maintain departmental records, teaching schedules, and cadaver preservation protocols.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines (e.g., NMC, institutional SOPs).
  • Participate in departmental and institutional committees and quality assurance programs.

Qualifications:

  • Educational:
    • MBBS with MD (Forensic Medicine) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • Experience:
    • As per regulatory body norms (e.g., NMC: typically 1 year of senior residency in Forensic Medicine).
  • Registration:
    • Valid registration with State or National Medical Council.

Key Skills and Competencies:

  • Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of forensic pathology, toxicology, and medical jurisprudence
  • Competence in conducting autopsies and preparing medico-legal reports
  • Excellent teaching and mentoring abilities
  • Good communication and court deposition skills
  • Knowledge of ethical and legal responsibilities in forensic practice

Desirable Attributes:

  • Research publications in peer-reviewed journals
  • Participation in medico-legal training workshops and conferences
  • Experience in digital documentation and forensic imaging
  • Familiarity with competency-based medical education (CBME) framework

Qualification – MBBS, MS/MD
Eligibility – As per NMC Norms
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Job Category: Forensic Medicine
Job Position: Assistant Professor Forensic Medicine
Job Location: Bangalore

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