Pharmacognosy - Associate Professor Vacancy in Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Tulas Institute
Job Description
Job Overview
Tulas Institute invites applications for the position of ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR - Pharmacognosy in Dehradun. This full-time role focuses on undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in pharmacognosy, research guidance, and curriculum development. The position aligns with UGC norms for academic excellence and research output in Uttarakhand. Candidates with a Ph.D. in Pharmacognosy and relevant teaching experience will be preferred.
Day-to-Day Duties
Teach pharmacognosy courses to B.Pharm and M.Pharm students at Tulas Institute. Prepare and deliver lectures, conduct practical sessions, and assess student performance through exams and assignments. Guide students in project work, seminars, and research activities related to medicinal plants and natural products.
Supervise laboratory work involving extraction, identification, and standardization of herbal drugs. Organize field visits to medicinal plant gardens and collaborate with industry partners for hands-on training. Maintain accurate records of experiments, student progress, and academic documentation.
PG Class Profile
The postgraduate class includes M.Pharm students specializing in Pharmacognosy and Pharmaceutical Chemistry. They engage in advanced topics such as phytochemistry, herbal drug technology, and standardization of herbal formulations. Students work on dissertation projects under faculty guidance, often aligned with regional medicinal plants of Uttarakhand.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in Pharmacognosy with at least 55% marks from a recognized university. A valid NET/SLET qualification is mandatory if the Ph.D. is not completed. Minimum 4 years of teaching experience in pharmacognosy at a pharmacy college or university is required.
Publications in peer-reviewed journals indexed in Scopus or Web of Science are essential. Experience in guiding M.Pharm dissertations and handling funded research projects will be an added advantage. Familiarity with UGC and PCI regulations is necessary for compliance.
Learning and Development
Tulas Institute encourages continuous professional development through workshops and faculty exchange programs. API scores must be maintained as per UGC norms for career advancement to higher academic positions. Faculty members are supported in attending national and international conferences.
Research funding opportunities are available through UGC, DST, and state government schemes. Regular review of teaching methodologies ensures alignment with industry and regulatory standards in pharmacognosy.
Perks and Pay
The salary for the ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR - Pharmacognosy position ranges from Rs.55,000 to Rs.80,000 per month based on experience and qualifications. Additional allowances include house rent, medical, and travel as per UGC and state government norms.
Faculty benefits include subsidized accommodation, provident fund, gratuity, and access to institutional research grants. Professional development funds are available for attending conferences and training programs.