Microbiology Associate Professor Jobs in Coimbatore

Job Overview

A medical college in Coimbatore is seeking Microbiology faculty to teach infection sciences, supervise the clinical microbiology lab, and undertake research in antimicrobial resistance and epidemiology.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach microbiology to MBBS, BDS, nursing, and allied health students.
• Supervise the diagnostic microbiology laboratory and its quality systems.
• Monitor antimicrobial resistance patterns and guide antibiotic stewardship.
• Conduct and publish research in infection control and microbiology.
• Participate in hospital infection control committee activities.
• Maintain laboratory safety and biohazard protocols.
• Guide PG students in research and thesis work.
• Contribute to NAAC/NMC departmental accreditation processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• MBBS with MD Microbiology.
• Valid NMC registration.
• Experience in NABH-accredited lab preferred.

Key Skills Required

• Clinical microbiology
• Antibiotic stewardship
• Infection control
• Research and publication
• Laboratory quality management

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: ₹ 150,000 to ₹ 200,000 per month
• Accommodation or HRA as per hospital policy
• Annual leave, medical insurance, and statutory benefits
• Continuous Medical Education (CME) and professional development support
• Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment