Nephrologist

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Academic Duties

- Deliver lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions on:
- Renal anatomy and physiology
- Acute and chronic kidney diseases
- Electrolyte and acid-base imbalances
- Dialysis (hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis)
- Kidney transplantation (immunosuppressive pharmacology)
- Pharmacotherapy in nephrology (e.g., diuretics, antihypertensives, phosphate binders)
- Guide students through clinical case studies and nephrology-related topics.
- Prepare course materials, conduct assessments, and mentor students.
- Supervise student research, dissertations, or clinical projects.

Clinical Collaboration (for MBBS/MD faculty or clinically active institutions)

- Participate in hospital-based teaching (ward rounds, OPD, case presentations).
- Demonstrate diagnostic techniques (e.g., urinalysis, renal imaging, biopsy interpretation).
- Provide guidance on management protocols for dialysis and transplantation patients.

Research & Publications

- Conduct and supervise research in nephrology-related fields such as:
- CKD epidemiology and prevention
- Drug dosing in renal impairment
- Innovations in dialysis and transplant care
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and attend academic conferences.
- Apply for grants and promote interdisciplinary research.

Administrative & Institutional Roles

- Participate in departmental meetings, curriculum reviews, and academic planning.
- Serve on committees such as research, ethics, or student welfare.
- Help organize nephrology workshops, CMEs, or public health awareness events.

Qualifications

Essential:

- MBBS with MD in Internal Medicine and DM in Nephrology (or equivalent)
- OR for pharmacy institutions: M.Pharm / Pharm.D with specialization in Clinical/Pharmacology, with a focus on renal pharmacotherapy

Desirable:

- Ph.D. in Nephrology, Renal Pharmacology, or a related field
- Teaching experience in a medical or pharmacy college
- Publications in nephrology or renal pharmacotherapy journals

Skills & Competencies

- In-depth understanding of renal pathophysiology and nephrology pharmacotherapy
- Ability to integrate clinical knowledge into classroom teaching
- Strong communication, mentoring, and presentation skills
- Research and data analysis proficiency
- Familiarity with e-learning tools and digital medical education platforms

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