Assistant Professor, Physiology Department

Job Description

Title: Assistant Professor, Physiology Department

Company Name: Divine Mercy Medical College

Vacancy: 01

Age: 28 to 40 years

Job Location: Gazipur (Kaliganj)

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• 3 to 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Medical College

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery(MBBS)
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) in Physiology
• Master of Philosophy (M.Phil) in Physiology

• Must have a valid BMDC registration number.

• At least 1-2 peer-reviewed publications.

• Typically 2-3 years of teaching experience as a Lecturer in Physiology in a recognized medical college.

• 3 to 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Medical College

• Age 28 to 40 years

• Strong communication

• Teaching skills

• Basic research methodology

• Computer literacy (MS Office, statistical software is a plus).

1. Teaching & Learning

• Theory Classes: Deliver formal lectures to MBBS and BDS students on all major systems of medical physiology, including General Physiology, Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Neurophysiology, Renal, Endocrine, Gastrointestinal, Reproductive, Exercise & Environmental Physiology, and Applied/Clinical Physiology.

• Small Group Teaching: Conduct tutorials, seminars, problem-based learning (PBL), case-based discussions, and integrated teaching sessions (vertical/horizontal integration with clinical departments).

• Practical Classes: Supervise and actively participate in practical sessions including:

  • Hematology (Hb estimation, TC/DC, ESR, PCV, bleeding/clotting time, blood grouping).

  • Clinical physiology (recording of blood pressure, ECG, body temperature, pulmonary function tests).

  • Interpretation of physiological data and graphs.

• Postgraduate Education (if applicable): Assist in teaching MD (Physiology) students and guide their research work/dissertation under supervision of senior faculty.

2. Student Assessment & Examination

• Prepare question papers for internal assessments (tutorial exams, term finals, card finals).

• Invigilate examinations and maintain academic integrity.

• Evaluate answer scripts, practical notebooks, and OSCE/OSPE stations.

• Conduct viva voce (oral examinations) and provide constructive feedback to students.

• Serve as an internal or external examiner for university MBSTU/BSMMU professional examinations (as per eligibility).

• Identify struggling students and provide remedial teaching and academic counseling.

3. Research & Scholarly Activities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in specialized areas of Physiology.

• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed national and international journals (e.g., Bangladesh Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology).

• Present papers/poster at conferences (e.g., Bangladesh Physiological Society, national CMEs).

• Organize and participate in departmental journal clubs, research methodology workshops, and continuing medical education (CME) programs.

• Assist senior faculty in preparing research proposals and obtaining ethical clearance.

4. Administrative & Mentorship Duties

• Faculty Development: Mentor and supervise Lecturers and Demonstrators in teaching techniques, lesson planning, and practical demonstration skills.

• Department Management: Assist HOD and Associate Professor in maintaining laboratory equipment, preparing reagents, managing stock registers, and ensuring safety protocols.

• Committee Service: Serve on institutional committees (e.g., examination committee, curriculum committee, research cell) as assigned.

• Accreditation Support: Prepare documents, reports, and teaching materials for BMDC inspection and accreditation processes.

• Hospital Activities: Participate in hospital management activities and coordinate with clinical departments for integrated teaching.

• Salary Review: Yearly
• Lunch Facilities: Partially Subsidize
• Festival Bonus: 2