Assistant Professor in Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Job Title: Assistant Professor – Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Job Location: Ahalia School of Pharmacy, Palakkad, Kerala

Job Purpose:

To provide high-quality teaching in Pharmaceutical Chemistry, mentor students, and contribute to research and academic development of the Department, while supporting institutional goals in education, research, and community service.

Key Responsibilities:Teaching & Academic Duties

• Deliver lectures, tutorials, and laboratory sessions in Pharmaceutical/Medicinal Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, and related subjects at UG and PG levels.
• Prepare lesson plans, practical manuals, and course content aligned with PCI/UGC norms and outcome-based education (OBE).
• Supervise student projects, seminars, internships, and dissertations.
• Conduct assessments (exams, assignments, viva-voce) and ensure fair evaluation.
• Integrate ICT tools and innovative teaching methods in classroom and laboratory teaching.

Research & Development

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in drug design, synthesis, analytical methods, QSAR, molecular modeling, or related areas.
• Publish high-quality research papers in peer-reviewed journals and present work in conferences.
• Apply for research grants from government bodies and industry.
• Guide postgraduate and doctoral students (if applicable).

Institutional & Administrative Duties

• Contribute to curriculum development, syllabus revision, and accreditation activities (NBA, NAAC, PCI).
• Ensure proper operation, calibration, and safety of laboratory equipment and chemicals.
• Participate in departmental meetings, academic audits, and institutional committees.
• Mentor students for academic growth, higher studies, and career planning.

Professional Development & Community Engagement

• Attend Faculty Development Programs (FDPs), workshops, and training programs.
• Establish collaborations with research institutes and pharmaceutical industries.
• Participate in extension activities, health awareness programs, and community service initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Essential:
• M.Pharm in Pharmaceutical Chemistry / Pharmaceutical Analysis / related specialization with first class.
• Desirable:
• Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry or allied field.
• NET/SET/GPAT qualification (as per UGC/PCI norms).
• Publications in indexed journals.
• Teaching/research/industry experience.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong subject knowledge in drug discovery, synthetic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and pharmaceutical analysis techniques.
• Hands-on expertise in advanced analytical instruments (HPLC, GC, NMR, FTIR, UV-Vis, LC-MS, etc.).
• Effective teaching, mentoring, and communication skills.
• Research aptitude with grant-writing and project execution abilities.
• Team spirit, leadership qualities, and commitment to academic excellence.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From ₹25,600.00 per month

Work Location: In person