Job Description

Job Title:

Assistant/Associate Professor - Occupational Therapy

Department:

Allied Health Sciences (Occupational Therapy)

Location:

NIILM University, Kaithal, Haryana

Job Type:

Full-time | Regular

Joining Date:

Immediate

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

Master's degree (MOT) in Occupational Therapy from a recognized university. Ph.D. in Occupational Therapy or related field preferred. Minimum 2 years of teaching/clinical/research experience in Occupational Therapy. Strong academic record and practical exposure in clinical/rehabilitation settings. Candidates should meet UGC/RCI norms as applicable.

Key Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and postgraduate students in Occupational Therapy. Develop, update, and deliver curriculum in alignment with clinical and industry practices. Guide students in clinical training, dissertations, and research projects. Supervise hands-on practice in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and labs. Conduct independent and collaborative research; publish in reputed journals. Mentor students for professional and academic growth. Organize departmental workshops, community outreach, and rehabilitation programs. Participate in departmental and university academic committees.

Desirable Qualifications & Skills

Specialization in areas such as

Neurology, Pediatrics, Mental Health, Orthopedics, or Community-based Rehabilitation.

Clinical expertise with experience in patient assessment, intervention, and rehabilitation. Familiarity with modern therapy tools, assistive devices, and digital health technologies. Excellent communication, mentoring, and interpersonal skills. Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in healthcare and research.

Pay Scale

?30,000 - ?70,000 per month (commensurate with qualifications and experience).

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit the following to

hr@niilmuniversity.ac.in

with the subject line:

Application - Assistant/Associate Professor (Occupational Therapy)

Updated CV Cover Letter mentioning the position applied for Scanned copies of academic and experience certificates
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?30,217.61 - ?70,127.48 per month

Benefits:

Paid time off Provident Fund
Work Location: In person