Cardiologists

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Instruction

- Deliver lectures, seminars, and case-based sessions on topics such as:
- Cardiovascular anatomy and physiology
- Pathophysiology of heart diseases (e.g., coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias)
- Cardiovascular pharmacotherapy (e.g., antihypertensives, antiplatelets, anticoagulants, statins)
- Diagnostic tools (ECG interpretation, echocardiography, biomarkers)
- Supervise clinical case discussions, ward rounds (if applicable), and student projects.
- Prepare and evaluate course materials, assessments, and examination papers.
- Mentor students in academic and career development.

Research

- Conduct and publish research in areas such as:
- Cardiovascular pharmacology and therapeutics
- Epidemiology of heart diseases
- Clinical trials of cardiovascular drugs or interventions
- Guide undergraduate/postgraduate thesis and promote student research.
- Apply for research grants and attend professional conferences.

Clinical/Pharma Collaboration (Optional/Role-Dependent)

- Collaborate with cardiology departments in teaching hospitals for practical training.
- Liaise with pharmaceutical companies on cardiovascular drug development and clinical trials.
- Participate in CME (Continuing Medical Education) activities.

Administrative Duties

- Participate in departmental activities, curriculum design, and quality assurance.
- Serve on institutional committees (academic, ethics, research, etc.).
- Assist in organizing academic events such as symposia, workshops, and guest lectures.

Qualifications

Essential:

- MBBS with MD/DNB in Cardiology or Internal Medicine
- OR M.Pharm/Pharm.D with specialization in Cardiovascular Pharmacology (for pharmacy colleges)

Desirable:

- PhD in Cardiovascular Sciences or related fields
- Experience in teaching and clinical supervision
- Publications in peer-reviewed journals

Skills & Competencies

- Deep knowledge of cardiovascular medicine and pharmacotherapy
- Strong teaching, communication, and mentoring skills
- Ability to engage in interdisciplinary research
- Competence with diagnostic software, simulation tools, and digital learning platforms
- Ethical and professional conduct in clinical/academic settings

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