Leadership
Dr. Lalit Lata Jha
Dr. Lalit Lata Jha is a distinguished academician and accomplished pharmacy professional with extensive experience across academia, research, and the pharmaceutical industry. She currently serves as the Provost of Parul University, while also holding the positions of Dean, Principal, and Professor at the Faculty of Pharmacy.
Her academic expertise lies in Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Formulation Development, and Regulatory Affairs, through which she has significantly contributed to curriculum innovation, research excellence, and institutional growth. Dr. Jha is widely respected for her leadership, strategic planning, and commitment to fostering a student-centric learning environment.
With a dynamic blend of academic depth and practical insight, she is playing a pivotal role in establishing Parul University, Goa as a Center of Excellence in health sciences and allied domains.
Dr. Harshal Shah
Prof. (Dr.) Harshal Shah has over 2 decades of experience and over 10 years of experience in leading the Computer Science and Engineering Department. In his tenure, he has trained 1000+ industry professionals from renowned organizations such as General Motors, Essar Group, GIPL, GACL, etc. on Project Management. He has also trained 6000+ students on .NET Technologies in association with Microsoft and Gov. of Gujarat. He has 48+ national and international research publications in reputed journals, 1 design patent, 2 copyright, and 5 patents (to be assessed) under his belt of achievements.
Dr. Dhaval Nimavat
Dr. Dhaval Nimavat brings over 17 years of academic and administrative experience, including serving as Head of Department in various reputed institutions. He holds a Ph.D. and has published 29+ research papers in the areas of Internet of Things, cloud security, and mobile application development for iOS and Android platforms.
With strong expertise in academic planning, leadership, and curriculum development, Dr. Dhaval Nimavat is committed to fostering a tech-driven and transparent examination system at Parul University Goa.
Dr. Ganesh S. Chavan
With a strong foundation in both corporate finance and academic leadership, Dr. Chavan has served in key positions including Director, HOD, and Associate Professor across reputed institutions. His professional experience spans roles in the education, agritech, and financial services sectors, giving him a holistic understanding of business operations.