Associate Professor / Professor - Physiotherapy

Department: Physiotherapy

Institution: Chandigarh University

Location: Mohali, Punjab (Gharuan Campus)

About The University

Chandigarh University is a multidisciplinary institution recognized for academic excellence, research output, innovation, and global collaborations. The Faculty of Allied Health Sciences is committed to developing skilled healthcare professionals through evidence-based education, advanced clinical training, and interdisciplinary research.

Position Available

• Associate Professor – Physiotherapy
• Professor – Physiotherapy

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Gharuan, Mohali (Punjab)

Role & Responsibilities

Academic Responsibilities

• Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate lectures in areas including:
• Musculoskeletal & Orthopedic Physiotherapy
• Neurological Rehabilitation
• Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy
• Sports Physiotherapy
• Community-Based Rehabilitation
• Research Methodology & Biostatistics
• Conduct and supervise practical and clinical training sessions.
• Develop and update curriculum as per regulatory and university norms.
• Prepare lesson plans, academic documentation, and assessment tools.
• Implement innovative teaching methodologies and simulation-based learning.

Clinical & Research Responsibilities

Associate Professor

• Publish research papers in UGC-CARE / Scopus indexed journals.
• Guide postgraduate dissertations and student research projects.
• Participate in funded research proposals (ICMR, DST, etc.).
• Supervise clinical case studies and rehabilitation protocols.
• Present research at conferences and professional forums.

Professor

• Lead research initiatives and clinical research units.
• Secure major research grants and consultancy projects.
• Supervise Ph.D. scholars and research fellows.
• Publish extensively in high-impact journals.
• Establish collaborations with hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and sports institutions.
• Promote evidence-based practice and innovation in physiotherapy care.

Academic Leadership & Administration

Associate Professor

• Contribute to curriculum development and Board of Studies.
• Assist in NAAC/NIRF documentation and accreditation processes.
• Organize workshops, CME programs, and FDPs.
• Coordinate clinical postings and internship programs.

Professor

• Provide strategic leadership to the department.
• Mentor junior faculty members.
• Participate in Academic Council and institutional policy decisions.
• Ensure compliance with UGC and professional council guidelines.
• Strengthen departmental research output and institutional rankings.

Eligibility Criteria

Associate Professor

• Master’s Degree (MPT) in relevant specialization.
• Ph.D. in Physiotherapy or related discipline (as per norms).
• Minimum 8 years of teaching/clinical/research experience.
• Required research publications as per UGC guidelines.
• Experience guiding PG students preferred.

Professor

• Ph.D. in Physiotherapy or related discipline.
• Minimum 12–15 years of academic/clinical/research experience.
• Significant publication record in indexed journals.
• Experience supervising doctoral research.
• Demonstrated academic and administrative leadership.

Desirable Competencies

• Strong clinical expertise and patient management skills.
• Experience in evidence-based rehabilitation protocols.
• Grant writing and funded project exposure.
• Knowledge of accreditation and quality assurance standards.
• Excellent communication, mentoring, and leadership skills.

Performance Expectations

• Achievement of annual research and publication targets.
• High-quality clinical training and student outcomes.
• Contribution to accreditation, rankings, and institutional development.
• Active involvement in university committees and professional bodies.

Application process

Interested candidates are requested to submit the following documents at Chandan.hrd@cumail.in

• Updated CV (including publication list)
• Copies of academic and professional credentials
• Experience certificates
• Research statement