Head of the Department – Nutrition and Dietetics

Parul University; Vadodara; On-site; INR 4,50,000 - 6,75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Vadodara is seeking a Head of the Department (HoD) for Nutrition and Dietetics. The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D. and have over 10 years of academic leadership experience. Responsibilities include academic leadership, curriculum development, and fostering a culture of academic excellence. Competitive compensation and a stimulating environment await the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Proven research record with publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience in supervising doctoral/PG research scholars.
• Strong knowledge of emerging trends in dietetics and public health nutrition.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and strategic leadership for the Department.
• Design and implement curriculum in line with standards.
• Supervise and mentor faculty and students.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Communication

Organizational Management

Education

Ph.D. in Nutrition and Dietetics / Food & Nutrition / Clinical Nutrition / Allied fields

Job description

Position: Head of the Department (HoD)

Department: Nutrition and Dietetics

Location: Faculty of Applied Sciences, Parul University Waghodia Vadodara Gujarat India

Type: Full-Time

Overview

Parul University invites applications from distinguished academicians and professionals for the position of Head of the Department – Nutrition and Dietetics. The HoD will provide visionary leadership to the department, ensuring excellence in teaching, research, innovation, and administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide academic and strategic leadership for the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Design, develop, and implement curriculum in line with national/international standards.
• Supervise and mentor faculty members, researchers, and students.
• Initiate and coordinate funded research projects, industry collaborations, and consultancy services.
• Promote quality teaching, innovative pedagogy, and student-centered learning.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation, regulatory, and institutional standards.
• Lead departmental administration, including budgeting, faculty recruitment, timetabling, and performance reviews.
• Foster a culture of academic excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional development.
• Represent the department in academic councils, university committees, and external forums.
• Strengthen community outreach programs, extension activities, and public health initiatives.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in Nutrition and Dietetics / Food & Nutrition / Clinical Nutrition / Allied fields from a recognized university.

• Proven research record with publications in peer-reviewed journals (Scopus/UGC Care/Web of Science indexed).
• Experience in supervising doctoral/PG research scholars.
• Strong knowledge of emerging trends in dietetics, clinical nutrition, public health nutrition, and food science.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of administrative and academic experience in higher education, including leadership roles such as HoD, Dean, Program Director, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability in curriculum development, accreditation processes, and faculty management.
• Experience in developing research grants, consultancy projects, and international collaborations preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and organizational management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Capacity to foster an inclusive, innovative, and research-driven environment.
• Strategic planning, policy implementation, and problem-solving mindset.

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