Minimum Educational Qualification * Ph.D. in the relevant discipline (Mandatory). * Master’s Degree in the relevant specialization with consistently strong academic record. *Compliance with respective council norms (UGC/AICTE/ICAR/BCI/NCAHP) Experience Requirements *Minimum 10 years of teaching / research / industry experience post-master’s degree. *At least 5 years as Associate Professor or equivalent. *Strong research portfolio with minimum 10 quality publications in peer-reviewed / indexed journals. *Experience in guiding Ph.D. scholars. *Funded research / consultancy projects preferred. *Industry / clinical / professional practice exposure desirable (where applicable).