Dean, Faculty of Pharmacy

SEGi University & Colleges; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

SEGi University & Colleges in Malaysia is seeking a senior academic leader to head the Faculty of Pharmacy, overseeing academic and operational efficiency, accreditation compliance, and industry engagement.

The role emphasizes staff development, teaching excellence, research leadership, and strategic relations with regulatory bodies and industry partners to strengthen student outcomes and employability.

Qualifications

• PhD in Pharmacy or related field is required.
• 8-10 years of academic/clinical experience, with 5+ years in leadership/managerial roles.
• Registered pharmacist with the Pharmacy Board Malaysia.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership and communication skills.
• Proven track record in teaching and academic programme management.
• Knowledge of QA frameworks and accreditation in private higher education.
• Strong research record with peer-reviewed publications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Faculty's academic and operational functions.
• Oversee continuous improvement of academic programmes to meet accreditation standards, industry expectations, and student needs.
• Lead academic staff development and promote professional growth and teaching excellence.
• Drive initiatives to enhance teaching effectiveness and student learning outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with MQA, Pharmacy Board Malaysia, and other regulatory bodies.
• Represent the Faculty in university committees and external forums.
• Facilitate research initiatives, funding applications and scholarly collaborations.
• Build relationships with industry partners and external stakeholders to enhance impact.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Research leadership

Education

PhD in Pharmacy or related field

Job description

• Lead and manage the Faculty's academic and operational functions, fostering a high-performing and collaborative environment.
• Oversee and ensuring continuous improvement of academic programmes that meet regulatory /accreditation standards, industry expectations, and student needs.
• Lead academic staff development, promoting professional growth, research engagement, and excellence in teaching and learning.
• Drive initiatives that enhance teaching effectiveness, and student learning outcomes.
• Ensure full compliance with the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), Pharmacy Board Malaysia, and other relevant regulatory bodies.
• Represent the Faculty in University-level committees, industry engagements, and external regulatory forums.
• Facilitate research initiatives, funding applications, and scholarly collaborations.
• Build strong relationships with industry partners, professional bodies, and external stakeholders to strengthen the Faculty's impact and visibility.
• Enhance student engagement, academic support, employability, and professional development.

Requirements:

• A PhD in Pharmacy or a related field.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of academic and/or clinical experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Registered pharmacist with the Pharmacy Board Malaysia.
• Solid interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.
• Proven track record in teaching and academic programme management.
• Knowledge of quality assurance frameworks and accreditation processes in private higher education.
• Strong research record with peer-reviewed publications.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.