Role Summary:
The Professor of Surgical Oncology is the senior-most academic and clinical expert responsible for leading the department, delivering high-quality education to undergraduate and postgraduate students, conducting advanced cancer surgeries, engaging in research, and overseeing the administrative, academic, and clinical activities of the department.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Academic Responsibilities
- Deliver structured teaching (lectures, clinical postings, seminars) to MBBS and postgraduate students (MCh/DNB).
- Guide postgraduate thesis, dissertations, and journal publications.
- Organize academic events, CMEs, workshops, tumor boards, and multidisciplinary case discussions.
- Participate in curriculum development, assessments, and student mentorship.
2. Clinical Duties
- Lead complex surgical oncology procedures for solid tumors (head & neck, GI, breast, urologic, gynecologic, thoracic, etc.).
- Supervise preoperative and postoperative patient care.
- Coordinate with radiation oncology, medical oncology, pathology, and palliative care teams.
- Ensure implementation of evidence-based treatment protocols and cancer staging systems (e.g., AJCC).
3. Administrative Responsibilities
- Head the Department of Surgical Oncology and coordinate with medical college/hospital administration.
- Supervise faculty, residents, and staff, ensuring efficient departmental functioning.
- Oversee documentation, duty rosters, OR scheduling, and compliance with NMC norms.
- Ensure maintenance of infrastructure and procurement of equipment as per departmental needs.
4. Research
- Conduct and publish original research in peer-reviewed national and international journals.
- Promote departmental and institutional research projects, clinical trials, and registries.
- Apply for grants and ethical approvals as required.
5. Patient Services and Outreach
- Participate in cancer screening, awareness, and outreach programs.
- Coordinate tumor board discussions and multi-disciplinary patient planning.
- Serve as senior consultant for high-risk oncology patients and surgical decision-making.
Qualifications:
- Essential: M.S. in General Surgery with M.Ch./DNB in Surgical Oncology from a recognized institute.
- Experience: Minimum 3–5 years as Associate Professor in a recognized teaching institution with evidence of publications, surgeries, and academic activities as per NMC guidelines.
- Registration: Valid registration with Medical Council of India or State Medical Council.
Skills and Attributes:
- Advanced surgical oncology skills across subspecialties.
- Leadership in academics, clinical research, and department development.
- Strong communication skills and multidisciplinary collaboration.
- Commitment to teaching, ethical practice, and cancer care excellence.
Remuneration:
As per institutional norms and NMC guidelines (can include teaching allowance, research incentives, and performance-linked benefits).
