Job Description

The Assistant Professor in Pharmacognosy will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses, guiding student research, conducting independent and collaborative research in pharmacognosy and phytochemistry, and contributing to the academic and administrative development of the department.

Key Responsibilities:Teaching:

Deliver lectures and practical sessions on pharmacognosy, phytochemistry, herbal drug technology, and related subjects. Develop and update curriculum, course materials, and laboratory manuals. Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects and dissertations. Mentor students academically and professionally.

Research:

Conduct original research in areas such as plant-based drug discovery, ethnopharmacology, phytochemical analysis, and herbal drug standardization. Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals. Apply for research grants and contribute to funded projects. Collaborate with industry, research institutions, and other departments.

Academic Administration:

Participate in departmental meetings, committees, and academic events. Assist in organizing seminars, workshops, and guest lectures. Contribute to accreditation and regulatory compliance efforts (e.g., NAAC, NBA, PCI). Assist in student admission processes and academic counseling.

Community & Institutional Service:

Engage in outreach and extension activities related to herbal medicine and traditional knowledge. Contribute to institutional development initiatives and policy formulation.

Qualifications:Essential:

M.Pharm. in Pharmacognosy / Phytochemistry / Natural Products with first class. Ph.D. (preferred or in progress, depending on institutional criteria). Qualification in NET / GPAT / other relevant competitive exams (desirable). Demonstrated research aptitude and teaching ability.
Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person