Associate Professor Microbiology

Position Summary:

The Associate Professor of Microbiology is a senior academic faculty member responsible for leading teaching, research, and academic development in the field of microbiology. This position plays a key role in curriculum delivery, guiding research, and mentoring junior faculty and students in both undergraduate and postgraduate medical education.

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Key Responsibilities:

1. Teaching & Academic Duties

• Conduct lectures, tutorials, and practical/laboratory sessions in microbiology for undergraduate (MBBS, BDS, BSc) and postgraduate (MD, MSc, PhD) students.
• Supervise postgraduate dissertations, student projects, and internal assessments.
• Participate in the planning and revision of curriculum and course materials.
• Ensure quality and innovation in microbiology education, including the use of digital tools and interactive methods.

2. Research & Scholarly Activity

• Initiate and lead independent or collaborative research projects in medical microbiology or related fields (e.g., immunology, virology, antimicrobial resistance).
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at national and international conferences.
• Apply for research grants and manage funded research projects.
• Mentor junior faculty and postgraduate students in research methodology and publication.

3. Laboratory and Clinical Microbiology Oversight

• Supervise diagnostic microbiology services (bacteriology, mycology, virology, parasitology, etc.), if affiliated with a teaching hospital.
• Ensure quality assurance and safety protocols in microbiology labs.
• Collaborate with clinicians and hospital infection control teams to guide infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship programs.

4. Administrative Responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Department in academic planning and departmental coordination.
• Participate in faculty committees, accreditation reviews, and internal quality assurance processes.
• Contribute to institutional governance and academic leadership initiatives.

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Qualifications:

• Essential:
  • MBBS with MD (Microbiology) or M.Sc. with PhD in Microbiology (as per local regulations for medical/non-medical faculty).
  • Minimum 5–7 years of teaching and research experience, including at least 3 years as Assistant Professor in a recognized institution.
  • Recognized registration with relevant Medical or Professional Council (if applicable).
• Desirable:
  • Strong publication record in indexed journals.
  • Experience in guiding postgraduate students and managing funded research.
  • Participation in curriculum development, quality assurance, or academic committees.

Qualification – MBBS, MS/MD, DNB
Eligibility – As per NMC Norms
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