Position: Associate Professor – Physiotherapy
Department: Physiotherapy
Institution: Saraswati College of Physiotherapy / Saraswati Group of Colleges
Location: Gharuan, Mohali, Punjab
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and academically accomplished Associate Professor in Physiotherapy to join our academic . The selected candidate will be responsible for teaching, , student mentoring, research, academic administration, and curriculum-related activities. The candidate should demonstrate strong subject knowledge, clinical expertise, leadership abilities, and a commitment to quality education.

Key Responsibilities

1. Teaching & Academic Responsibilities

- Deliver lectures, tutorials, practical sessions, and demonstrations for undergraduate and postgraduate physiotherapy students.
- Prepare lesson plans, course materials, presentations, and practical teaching resources.
- Conduct internal assessments, practical examinations, viva-voce, and other academic evaluations.
- Ensure effective implementation of the prescribed curriculum and academic schedule.
- Mentor and guide students in academic and professional development.
- Participate in curriculum development, academic planning, and departmental meetings.

2. Research & Development

- Initiate and participate in research projects in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
- Guide students in research projects, dissertations, seminars, and academic presentations.
- Publish research papers in reputed peer-reviewed journals.
- Participate in conferences, workshops, seminars, FDPs, and continuing professional development programmes.
- Contribute to departmental research and institutional academic initiatives.

3. Student Development & Mentoring

- Provide academic counselling and career guidance to students.
- Monitor student performance and provide constructive feedback.




- Encourage participation in conferences, workshops, sports activities, health camps, and community-based rehabilitation programmes.
- Support students in developing clinical, communication, research, and professional skills.

4. Administrative Responsibilities

- Assist the Head of Department in academic and administrative activities.
- Prepare departmental reports, academic records, lesson plans, workload statements, and other documentation.
- Participate in institutional committees, accreditation activities, inspections, and quality-assurance initiatives.
- Coordinate departmental seminars, workshops, guest lectures, CME programmes, and academic events.
- Maintain proper records related to teaching, clinical training, research, and student activities.

Educational Qualification

- Master’s Degree (MPT) in the relevant specialization from a recognized university/institution.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy (BPT) from a recognized institution.
- Ph.D. in Physiotherapy/Rehabilitation or a relevant allied discipline will be an added advantage.
- Valid professional registration with the applicable competent authority/council, wherever required.

Experience:

- More than 5 years of Relevant teaching in Physiotherapy.
- Experience in teaching undergraduate/postgraduate physiotherapy students will be preferred.
- Demonstrated research experience and publications will be an added advantage.




- Candidates with experience in academic administration and clinical coordination will be preferred.

Desired Specializations

Candidates with expertise in areas such as:

- Orthopaedic & Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
- Neurological Physiotherapy
- Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy
- Sports Physiotherapy
- Paediatric Physiotherapy
- Community-Based Rehabilitation
- Geriatric Physiotherapy
- Rehabilitation Sciences

Required Skills:

- Excellent teaching and presentation skills.
- Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills.
- Good research and academic writing abilities.
- Effective student mentoring and counselling skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and healthcare professionals.
- Good knowledge of modern teaching methodologies and physiotherapy practices.
- Proficiency in MS Office and academic documentation.

Key Competencies:

- Academic Leadership
- Clinical Expertise
- Research Orientation
- Student Mentoring
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Communication Skills
- Problem Solving
- Qualified Ethics
- Curriculum Planning
- Continuous Professional Development

Salary : As per qualification, experience, institutional norms.

The selected candidate will have opportunities for:

- Professional growth and career advancement.
- Research and publication activities.
- Participation in conferences, workshops, and FDPs.
- Academic and clinical development.
- A supportive teaching and clinical environment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates may submit their updated CV/resume along with relevant qualification and experience details to:

Email: [email protected]

Saraswati College of Physiotherapy
Gharuan, District Mohali, Punjab

Benefits:

- Provident Fund

Application Question(s):

- What is your current CTC?

Work Location: In person

📌 Associate Professor – Physiotherapy (India)
🏢 Saraswati Group of Colleges
📍 India