Job Title: Head of Department (HOD) – Forensic Science

Department: Forensic Science
Location: Harsha Institute of Management Studies
Reporting To: Principal
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

The HOD – Forensic Science will lead the department in academic, administrative, and research activities. The ideal candidate will provide strong leadership, foster academic excellence, mentor faculty, and develop cutting-edge programs in forensic science education and research.

Key Responsibilities: Academic Leadership:
- Oversee curriculum development, syllabus planning, and implementation in line with university and regulatory standards.
- Promote student-centered learning and ensure high-quality teaching standards.
- Ensure continuous improvement in academic programs through feedback and reviews.
- Supervise practical lab sessions, case study analysis, and field work planning.

Department Administration:
- Manage day-to-day operations of the department, including faculty workload distribution.
- Conduct regular departmental meetings and maintain academic records.




- Prepare departmental budgets, lab equipment procurement, and resource planning.
- Ensure regulatory compliance with UGC/NAAC/AICTE guidelines, as applicable.

Faculty Management:
- Recruit, train, and evaluate faculty members.
- Provide mentorship, support faculty research, and promote professional development.
- Facilitate collaboration across departments and interdisciplinary teaching.

Student Support & Engagement:
- Monitor student progress, guide academic projects, and organize workshops/seminars.
- Encourage participation in research, internships, and field investigations.
- Address student grievances related to academics or departmental issues.

Research & Industry Collaboration:
- Promote a research culture in forensic sciences and secure research funding.
- Build industry linkages with forensic labs, police departments, legal institutions, etc.
- Organize guest lectures, conferences, and collabora

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