Dean Pharmacy

Job Category: Faculty
Job Type: Full Time
Required Experience: 15-20 Years
Job Location: Gurugram
Position: Dean Pharmacy
Location: K.R. Mangalam University
Reports to: Vice Chancellor
Type: Full-Time

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and visionary academic leader to serve as Dean of Pharmacy. The Dean will be responsible for academic excellence, industry integration, research growth, faculty development, student outcomes, and institutional reputation. The ideal candidate will bring strong academic credentials, leadership experience, and deep understanding of modern education aligned with industry expectations.

Key Responsibilities
Academic Leadership

• Lead the design and implementation of innovative academic programs (D.Pharm, B.Pharm, M.Pharm, and Ph.D.).
• Ensure alignment with Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), UGC, NAAC, and other regulatory frameworks.
• Promote interdisciplinary collaboration across departments.
• Drive curriculum innovation, integrating experiential learning, live projects, case studies, and simulations.

Faculty Leadership

• Lead faculty recruitment, mentoring, appraisal, and development.
• Build a high-quality, research-active, and industry-engaged faculty team.
• Encourage faculty participation in research, consultancy, publications, and funded projects.

Industry Engagement & Placement

• Forge partnerships with industry, corporates, and professional bodies for internships, live projects, and placements.
• Actively collaborate with corporate leaders to align curriculum with current and future industry needs.
• Build advisory boards comprising leading industry practitioners.

Research, Consulting & Grants

• Promote applied research, publications, conferences, and knowledge dissemination.
• Encourage faculty to engage in consulting assignments and executive education.
• Facilitate collaborations with international universities, research organizations, and government agencies.

Student Development

• Ensure strong academic advising, mentoring, and career support for students.
• Oversee development of student-run clubs, incubation centers, and entrepreneurial activities.
• Implement systems to track student outcomes, alumni engagement, and employer feedback.

Institutional Development

• Contribute to rankings, accreditations (NAAC, NBA, NIRF, AACSB), and brand building.
• Support university-level strategic initiatives, internationalization, and inter-disciplinary programs.

Candidate Profile
Qualifications & Experience:
Educational Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Pharmacy or Pharmaceutical Sciences from a recognized institution.
• First Class in B.Pharm and M.Pharm.

Experience:

• Minimum 15 years of teaching/research/industry experience, including at least 5 years in an administrative/leadership role (HoD, Principal, or Dean).
• Proven track record in academic leadership, research output, accreditations, and industry collaboration.

Preferred:

• PCI-recognized academic and administrative experience.
• Exposure to international academic practices and collaborations.

Skills & Attributes

• Visionary leadership with strong execution capability.
• Industry network and corporate connects.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to scale programs and brand.
• Strong understanding of NEP 2020, global trends in education.

Why Join K.R. Mangalam University?

• Dynamic and progressive academic environment
• Interdisciplinary focus and research-driven ecosystem
• Excellent infrastructure and lab facilities
• Strong emphasis on industry partnerships and innovation