Assistant Professor- Pharmacognosy

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Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver lectures, seminars, and practical sessions for undergraduate (B.Pharm) and postgraduate (M.Pharm in Pharmacognosy) programs, covering topics such as crude drug classification, phytochemistry, herbal formulations, natural product isolation, standardization, and evaluation of herbal drugs.
• Develop and update course curricula in alignment with Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) guidelines, incorporating contemporary advancements in pharmacognostic research.
• Supervise and mentor graduate students in research projects, theses, and laboratory work, promoting hands-on experience in natural product research, extraction techniques, microscopy, and standardization methodologies.
• Conduct independent and collaborative research in areas such as medicinal plants, herbal drug discovery, phytochemical analysis, and natural product therapeutics, aiming to publish in peer-reviewed journals and secure external funding.
• Participate in departmental activities, including curriculum committees, accreditation processes, and outreach programs to enhance industry academia partnerships.
• Assess student performance through examinations, assignments, and evaluations, providing constructive feedback to support academic progress.
• Contribute to the universitys broader goals by engaging in community service, continuing education programs, and faculty development initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience Essential Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in Pharmacognosy or a closely related field from a recognized university (as per UGC/AICTE/PCI norms).
• Masters degree in Pharmacy (M.Pharm) with specialization in Pharmacognosy, securing at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade; relaxations applicable for reserved categories as per government rules).
• Qualification in UGC-NET/SET or equivalent, or fulfillment through Ph.D. as per the latest UGC regulations.

Desirable Experience:

• 0–3 years of post-Ph.D. teaching or research experience in a PCI-approved institution; fresh Ph.D. holders with strong academic records are encouraged to apply.
• Demonstrated research output, such as publications in indexed journals (e.g., Scopus/Web of Science) or presentations at national/international conferences.