The School of Medical Sciences, University of Hyderabad (UoH) has 2 Guest Faculty posts (both UR) to teach the B. Optometry course under the NCAHP new syllabus and curriculum, with an honorarium as per UGC Guidelines (2019) and a purely temporary appointment of at most one semester. Candidates must email their CV and documents to [email protected] and [email protected] on or before 14 November 2026, and then send a hard copy of the application by post.
UoH Guest Faculty Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | University of Hyderabad |
| Department(s) | School of Medical Sciences |
| Reference No. | UH/SoMS/2026/ |
| Posts | Guest Faculty (B. Optometry course – Optometry/Anatomy and Communication course) |
| Total Vacancies | 2 (UR) |
| Pay | Honorarium as per UGC Guidelines (2019) |
| Contract Term | Purely temporary, maximum one semester (Monsoon semester) |
| Application Mode | Email, followed by a hard copy |
| Notification Date | 10-11-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14/11/2026 (on or before) |
The official notification does not specify the age limit, the application fee or the amount of the honorarium.
About UoH Guest Faculty
The notice is issued by the Dean, School of Medical Sciences, University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad-500 046, Telangana. The guest faculty will teach the B. Optometry course under the NCAHP new syllabus and curriculum, in the specializations listed in the notice.
Department-wise Vacancies
The School of Medical Sciences has 2 Guest Faculty vacancies, both in the UR category.
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| UR | 02 |
| Total (Guest Faculty) | 02 |
The notice prints the 2 posts as one total for Guest Faculty and does not split them between the Optometry/Anatomy specialization and the Communication course.
Qualification and Experience
The notice lists two specializations, separated by "OR". Each has its own essential qualification and desirable criteria.
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Guest Faculty (Optometry / Anatomy) | M.Sc. Optometry with PhD (Optometry) OR B. Optometry with M.Sc. Optometry and PhD. OR M.Sc. (Anatomy) or PhD (Anatomy)/ MD(Anatomy) | Desirable: 1-year experience in teaching/research with a minimum of 2 publications (WoS or Scopus indexed) |
| Guest Faculty (Communication course) | M.A (Linguistics), M.A(English), M.A(Communication) | Desirable: experience in teaching communication to Optometry or allied areas, with PhD |
Desirable criteria as printed
- Optometry / Anatomy: 1-year experience in teaching/research with a minimum of 2 publications (WoS or Scopus indexed).
- Optometry / Anatomy: ability to teach the following courses: General Anatomy.
- Communication course: PhD (English, Linguistics, Communication) with experience in teaching communication to Optometry or allied areas.
Candidates should check the official notification for the exact specialization-wise eligibility before applying.
Pay and Terms
- The honorarium for guest faculty is as per UGC Guidelines (2019). The notice does not print an amount.
- The appointment is purely temporary in nature.
- The appointment will be for a maximum period of one semester (Monsoon semester), which the notice prints as "during Nov-Dec-2025".
- Selected candidates are expected to join the university within a week from the date of receipt of the offer.
How to Apply for UoH Guest Faculty
- Prepare a softcopy of your CV along with your academic qualifications, research publications and work experience documents.
- Email the softcopy to both [email protected] and [email protected] on or before 14 November 2026.
- After emailing, send a hard copy of the application to: Dean, School of Medical Sciences, Old Science Complex building, University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad-500046, Telangana.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview; only shortlisted candidates will be called.
The notice does not give a separate last date for receipt of the hard copy or the date of the interview.
Documents Required
- CV
- Academic qualification documents
- Research publications
- Work experience documents
Important Instructions
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Sending the email alone is not enough: candidates must also send a hard copy of the application after emailing.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| UoH Guest Faculty Notification PDF | Official notice of the School of Medical Sciences |
| University of Hyderabad Official Website | Official website of the university |
