Professor/Associate Professor of Anaesthesia

Job Title: Professor – Anaesthesia Location: Jamshedpur, Jharkhand Reporting To: Dean, Manipal Tata Medical College (MTMC) Department: Anaesthesiology Institution Type: Medical College (MTMC, Jamshedpur) Job Purpose: To lead the Department of Anaesthesiology, deliver high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, conduct cutting-edge research, provide clinical supervision in operation theatres and critical care, and ensure compliance with NMC norms for medical education while advancing patient safety and academic excellence. Key Responsibilities Teaching & Curriculum Delivery - Deliver lectures, seminars, and practical training sessions for MBBS, MD Anaesthesiology, and allied health students as per NMC curriculum guidelines. - Supervise postgraduate residents in clinical rotations, thesis guidance, and skill-based training in anaesthesia techniques and critical care management. - Develop and update anaesthesia curriculum incorporating simulation-based learning and latest evidence-based practices. Clinical & Patient Care Oversight - Provide expert anaesthesia services in operation theatres, ICUs, and emergency settings at affiliated hospitals, ensuring patient safety protocols. - Lead multidisciplinary teams for complex cases including transplant anaesthesiology, neuroanaesthesia, and obstetric anaesthesia. - Implement quality improvement initiatives for perioperative care and adverse event reporting systems. Research & Publications - Lead research projects in anaesthesiology with focus on clinical trials, pain management, and critical care outcomes; secure grants from ICMR/DBT. - Publish minimum 2 PubMed-indexed papers annually as per NMC norms for Professor cadre, mentor residents for publications. - Organize CMEs, workshops, and journal clubs to promote research culture in the department. Departmental Leadership & NMC Compliance - Manage departmental operations including faculty recruitment, equipment procurement, and OT scheduling in coordination with Dean MTMC. - Ensure compliance with NMC teacher-student ratio, logbook maintenance, and accreditation standards for MD Anaesthesiology program. - Mentor junior faculty for promotions and contribute to institutional NAAC/NMC assessments. Student Assessment & Institutional Collaboration - Conduct formative and summative assessments including OSCEs, viva voce, and clinical evaluations for UG/PG students. - Collaborate with Surgery, Orthopaedics, and Obstetrics departments for integrated perioperative training programs. - Participate in hospital infection control committees and disaster management drills. - Must-Have Skills - Advanced clinical proficiency in general, regional, and critical care anaesthesia with hands-on experience in high-volume OT settings. - Proven teaching expertise demonstrated through student feedback, thesis supervision, and curriculum delivery per NMC guidelines. - Research track record with 10+ PubMed-indexed publications and grant management experience. Nice-to-Have Skills - Fellowship/PDCC in subspecialties like cardiac, neuro, or paediatric anaesthesia. - Experience with simulation-based training, ultrasound-guided blocks, and perioperative quality metrics. - Leadership in academic committees, journal editing, or international conference presentations. Qualifications and Skills - MD/DNB Anaesthesiology from MCI/NMC-recognized institution; additional qualifications like PDCC/Fellowship preferred. - Minimum 3 years as Associate Professor in Anaesthesiology with 2+ PubMed-indexed publications as first/corresponding author per NMC norms during tenure as Associate Professor - Strong clinical expertise in advanced anaesthesia techniques, critical care, and regional blocks. - Proficiency in teaching tools, simulation software, and MS Office/PowerPoint for academic presentations. Preferred Attributes - Demonstrated leadership in academic medical institutions, preferably in healthcare education sector. - Excellent communication skills for teaching, patient counselling, and interdisciplinary collaboration. - Commitment to ethical practice, research innovation, and student-centric education. - Willingness to contribute to 24/7 clinical duties and institutional growth at MTMC Jamshedpur. Opportunities for Growth - Progression to HoD Anaesthesiology and Dean's Council membership within 3-5 years based on performance. - Leadership roles in Manipal Education Group research initiatives and international collaborations. - Faculty development programs, PhD supervision opportunities, and sabbaticals for advanced training abroad. -