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. Anupam Kumar
Dr. Anupam Kumar holds a Ph.D. in Biotechnology and brings with him over 14 years of academic and administrative experience, including roles as Professor and Pro-Vice Chancellor. His research spans toxicology, nanotechnology, and plant-based therapeutics, and he has authored numerous national and international publications. With a strong background in curriculum development, academic planning, and leadership, he is committed to advancing life sciences education and fostering a research-driven culture 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.