Associate Dean - Physiotherapy

Parul University is seeking experienced individuals for the position of Associate Dean for Faculty of Physiotherapy at Vadodara Campus, Gujarat; to support the Dean in managing academic, research, and extension programs, assisting in curriculum development, guiding Board of Studies, and ensuring efficient operations in alignment with the Dean's strategic vision.

Eligibility : Higher qualification like Ph. D. in any discipline of Physiotherapy recognized by the UGC and published work of high standard in peer reviewed / UGC listed journals.

Masters in Physiotherapy (M.P.T. / M.Th.P. / M.Pth. / M.Sc . P.T.) with fifteen years total experience, including five years experience as Professor (Physiotherapy).

Roles and Responsibilities of the Associate Dean

• Assist the Dean and Principal in the management and enhancement of academic and administrative functions within the faculty or institute
• Ensure smooth implementation of academic programs within the faculty, coordinating with departments to ensure curricula are up to date
• Supervise the regularity of all academic sessions (lectures, practicals, demonstrations, internships, etc.) across constituent colleges within the faculty.
• Ensure the maintenance of proper decorum and the quality of teaching in all classes and labs within constituent colleges under the faculty.
• Implement protocols prescribed by Statutory Bodies for all examinations (internal exams and class tests) conducted by the university in constituent colleges under the faculty.
• Assist the Principals and Vice Principals of Constituent Colleges in analysing the department-wise teaching load for each semester / term, comparing it with the availability of existing teachers, and determining the need for additional teachers, submitting the requirements to the university as necessary
• Assist the Dean in promoting research activities within the faculty, ensuring faculty and students are encouraged to engage in research projects and publish their work.
• Serve as a member of academic committees, such as the Board of Studies (BOS), Faculty and Academic Council (AC), providing input and guidance on agenda items related to faculty for discussion in BOS, Faculty and Academic Council Meetings
• Ensure that all the Board of Studies and Faculty Meetings within the Faculty are conducted well in time by inviting agenda items from departments and their proceedings are prepared and circulated in timely manner
• Assist the Dean in establishing connections with industry professionals, alumni, and academic partners for collaborative projects, internships, and research opportunities
• Work closely with the Dean and IQAC to ensure that academic programs are continuously evaluated and improved in line with institutional goals and accreditation standards
• Maintain a repository of data on faculty members, including their academic credentials, professional experience, research activities, publications, participation in seminars / conferences, contributions to academic committees, and any other information required by ranking, accreditation, or government agencies, ensuring its timely and accurate submission whenever needed
• Hold regular meetings with Principals and Vice Principals of Constituent Colleges to identify challenges related to the teaching and learning process and examinations, and collaborate with the Dean to explore potential solutions.
• Conduct periodic meetings with students from constituent colleges under the faculty to gather feedback on the teaching-learning process and the conduct of examinations.
• Ensure that faculty-related data, including information on teaching and learning, staff, examinations, academic programs, research, co-curricular and extra-curricular achievements, research and extension activities, and awards and distinctions, is regularly updated on the university website.
• Assist the Principals of Constituent Colleges and Dean of the respective faculty in preparing for the scheduled visit of the expert committee for the institute's / faculty’s inspection
• To attend to any other duties as directed by Dean.

Interested candidates can send their updated CVs to hrap8@paruluniversity.ac.in