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Kerala PSC Dental Debate: Teaching Post Eligibility Questioned
8 Dec
Summary
- IMA opposes Kerala PSC's move to allow non-medical candidates for teaching posts.
- PSC postponed exams, then broadened eligibility to non-medical MSc holders.
- IMA argues for MBBS degree holders with clinical experience in faculty appointments.
The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has voiced strong opposition to the Kerala Public Service Commission's (PSC) recent decision regarding entry cadre teaching posts for Assistant Professors in Microbiology and Biochemistry. The commission initially sought applications from candidates with MBBS degrees, but subsequently expanded eligibility to include non-medical candidates holding postgraduate degrees in these subjects.
The PSC's decision followed a directive from the National Medical Commission allowing non-medical teachers up to 30% of posts, provided medical teachers are unavailable. However, the IMA argues that Kerala has a surplus of qualified medical graduates with relevant postgraduate specializations, pointing to numerous MD holders in Biochemistry and Microbiology who applied for limited vacancies. They allege the exam postponement was a maneuver to accommodate non-medical applicants.
The IMA asserts that faculty appointments must prioritize individuals with a basic medical degree and clinical experience, emphasizing the importance of correlating scientific knowledge with patient symptoms for accurate diagnosis. They are demanding that only candidates with an MBBS degree and MD/MS qualification be considered for Assistant Professor positions in pre-clinical and para-clinical departments.
