Job Description
Our client Riphah International University is looking for a Assistant Professor of Pharmaceutics in Lahore
The Assistant Professor - Pharmaceutics at Riphah International University plays a critical role in advancing pharmaceutical education through high-quality teaching, dynamic research activities, and student mentorship. This position requires a strong foundation in pharmaceutics, including pharmaceutical formulation development, drug delivery systems, and analytical techniques, with a commitment to regulatory compliance and academic excellence. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses while preparing comprehensive instructional materials, assessing students through diverse evaluations, and maintaining accurate academic records. Additionally, the role involves managing laboratory activities, ensuring adherence to Good Laboratory Practices, and facilitating laboratory maintenance and inventory management. Collaboration within the academic department and engagement with the broader pharmaceutical community is essential to foster an innovative and research-driven learning environment.
The Assistant Professor actively contributes to research by conducting studies, publishing in reputable journals, applying for research grants, and presenting findings at academic forums. The role encompasses participation in curriculum development focused on Outcome-Based Education methodologies and involvement in accreditation processes. Providing student support through academic advising, supervising internships, and guiding research projects is expected. Although this position does not include team management Responsibilities
, it demands strong organizational skills, effective communication, and a proactive approach to administrative duties and professional engagement. Maintaining currency with emerging pharmaceutical technologies and regulatory updates is critical to the roles success.
Responsibilities
- Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate instruction in pharmaceutics, including theory and practical components.
- Prepare and update lesson plans, course outlines, lecture notes, laboratory manuals, and supplementary teaching materials.
- Implement innovative teaching methods utilizing lectures, tutorials, seminars, and hands-on laboratory sessions.
- Assess student learning through assignments, quizzes, presentations, practical exams, and comprehensive examinations.
- Maintain detailed academic records, including attendance and assessment documentation.
- Provide academic mentorship and guidance to students for their professional and academic development.
- Manage laboratory operations by conducting pharmaceutics practical sessions and ensuring maintenance and calibration of equipment.
- Monitor compliance with laboratory safety standards and enforce Good Laboratory Practices.
- Supervise inventory control of chemicals, glassware, and laboratory consumables to ensure smooth laboratory functioning.
- Support the establishment and periodic upgrading of pharmaceutical laboratory facilities.
- Conduct independent and collaborative research projects in pharmaceutics, focusing on pharmaceutical formulation and drug delivery.
- Publish research outcomes in recognized national and international scientific journals.
- Apply for external research funding and grants to support ongoing and future research initiatives.
- Present research results at professional conferences, seminars, and workshops to disseminate knowledge and foster collaborations.
- Supervise the research projects of undergraduate and postgraduate students, ensuring research quality and compliance with institutional standards.
- Engage actively in curriculum review, revision, and development to maintain academic relevance and quality.
- Contribute to the implementation of Outcome-Based Education and quality assurance initiatives at the departmental level.
- Assist with accreditation documentation and participate in regulatory compliance activities.
- Provide academic advising, career counseling, and supervision of student internships, industrial visits, and research activities.
- Promote student participation in research competitions, conferences, and co-curricular activities.
- Address and resolve academic concerns raised by students professionally and promptly.
- Participate in departmental, faculty, and university committees to contribute to institutional governance and academic initiatives.
- Assist in organizing admissions, examinations, accreditation visits, and quality assurance processes.
- Prepare academic reports and documentation related to departmental activities.
- Coordinate and contribute to the organization of seminars, workshops, conferences, and faculty development programs.
- Establish and maintain professional relationships with pharmaceutical industries, hospitals, and research organizations to foster collaborations and enhance student training opportunities.
- Stay informed about emerging pharmaceutical technologies, regulatory changes, and industry trends to ensure academic programs remain current and relevant.
- Demonstrate proficiency in computer applications including MS Office, Learning Management Systems, and statistical software relevant to research and teaching activities.