Pharmacology - Associate Professor Vacancy in Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Tulas Institute
Job Description
Tulas Institute fosters an academic culture that blends rigorous research with practical application, especially in the dynamic field of Pharmacology. The university’s labs in Dehradun are equipped with modern instrumentation like HPLC, GC-MS, and cell culture facilities, reflecting its commitment to hands-on learning. Faculty here are encouraged to integrate traditional Ayurvedic principles with contemporary drug discovery methods, creating a unique teaching environment.
Role Summary
The ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR - Pharmacology position at Tulas Institute is designed for scholars who can lead advanced teaching and research in drug development, clinical pharmacology, and molecular pharmacology. This role involves guiding postgraduate and doctoral students while contributing to the university’s growing reputation in pharmaceutical sciences. Responsibilities include curriculum design, lab supervision, and collaborative projects with industry partners in the Himalayan region.
Institution Environment
Tulas Institute provides state-of-the-art digital classrooms, virtual dissection tools for pharmacology labs, and access to national research databases like PubMed and Scopus. The university’s central library houses over 20,000 titles in medical and pharmaceutical sciences, including rare Ayurvedic manuscripts. Research centers like the Centre for Drug Discovery and Development offer faculty opportunities to work on funded projects in collaboration with government agencies.
What You Will Do
Lecture and mentor students in Pharmacology, covering core subjects such as pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and toxicology. Design and deliver lab sessions that combine wet-lab experiments with computational modeling using software like AutoDock and ChemDraw.
Guide postgraduate and PhD scholars in their thesis work, ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulatory guidelines. Conduct periodic reviews of lab protocols to maintain compliance with NMC and ICMR norms.
Participate in academic administration, including board of studies meetings, syllabus revisions, and accreditation processes for NAAC and NBA. Collaborate with the industry relations team to organize guest lectures by leading pharmacologists from Ranbaxy, Cipla, and Himalaya Drug Company.
Develop and submit research proposals to funding agencies like DBT, DST, and ICMR for grants in drug development and Ayurvedic pharmacology. Supervise students in publishing findings in peer-reviewed journals indexed in Scopus and Web of Science.
Engage in outreach programs to sensitize local communities in Uttarakhand about rational drug use and antibiotic stewardship. Mentor junior faculty and coordinate faculty development programs in emerging areas like pharmacogenomics and nanomedicine.
Required Qualifications
PhD in Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline from a recognized Indian university with a minimum of 4 years of teaching/research experience. NET/SLET qualified candidates with PhD eligibility will also be considered if the PhD is in progress and expected to be completed within two years.
Industry experience in drug development, clinical research, or regulatory affairs is highly desirable, especially in companies operating in the pharmaceutical hubs of Baddi or Haridwar. Proficiency in statistical analysis tools like SPSS, Prism, or R is expected for data interpretation in research projects.
Learning and Development
Tulas Institute offers funding for international conferences, workshops, and short-term research stays at institutions abroad to support continuous learning. Faculty members can apply for sabbaticals to collaborate with universities in the UK, USA, or Australia on joint research in pharmacology.
The university encourages interdisciplinary projects, such as integrating Ayurvedic formulations with modern drug delivery systems, with seed grants available for pilot studies. Participation in faculty exchange programs with institutions in South India or North-East India is facilitated for knowledge sharing.
Perks and Pay
The ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR position at Tulas Institute offers a monthly salary between Rs.55,000 and Rs.80,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance for the faculty member and dependents, along with a provident fund matching the government norms.
Additional perks include subsidized on-campus housing, access to gym and sports facilities, and reimbursement for approved academic travel within India. Faculty are also entitled to book allowances and support for patent filings related to their research.