Dean, Taneja College of Pharmacy and Senior Associate Vice President, USF Health

The University of South Florida (USF) Taneja College of Pharmacy presents an exciting leadership opportunity for a visionary and collaborative Dean. As a high-impact research university in a dynamic metropolitan region, USF seeks a leader who will advance academic excellence, community engagement, and clinical innovation. The ideal candidate will be an accomplished academic administrator and strategic thinker dedicated to fostering faculty research, supporting student achievement, and building upon USF's ascent as a nationally recognized institution. The next Dean will shape the future of pharmacy education and research at one of the fastest-growing health programs in the country.

The University of South Florida (USF), a metropolitan, research-intensive institution recently inducted into the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), is seeking an accomplished leader to serve as the next CEO Dean of the Taneja College of Pharmacy and Senior Associate Vice President, USF Health. 

The Dean/SAVP serves as the chief academic officer for the College, acting as a steward to promote the best interests of student pharmacists and patients while continuing to achieve the College’s strategic and developmental goals. The Dean/SAVP articulates a vision for the College to enhance its reputation and generate support from donors, lawmakers, and University leaders.

Located in Tampa, Florida, one of the fastest growing cities in America, with campuses in St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF has been deemed the fastest rising university in the United States by the U.S. News & World Report. With over 50,000 students, the University has a bold vision grounded in the strategic imperatives of integrity, inquiry, and innovation to continue to achieve excellence in instruction, discovery, scholarship, and authentic community engagement.

In 2011, the USF Taneja College of Pharmacy (USF TCOP) admitted its first class of students. From the innovative curriculum, research and educational advances, USF TCOP is committed to excellence and growth. The Dean/SAVP provides strategic vision and operational leadership to all aspects of the TCOP academic and scholarly programs.

Specific responsibilities of the Dean/SAVP include: 

Academic Leadership

• Serve as the chief academic officer of the Taneja College of Pharmacy, providing leadership to advance its academic mission. 
• Drive the educational vision for the College, ensuring students are equipped with cutting-edge knowledge and skills to thrive in a dynamic, technology-driven healthcare marketplace. 
• Foster a culture of academic excellence, promoting innovative teaching methodologies and interprofessional education to prepare student pharmacists for pharmacy practice today and tomorrow in the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.

Strategic Vision

• Advance the practice of pharmacy locally in Tampa Bay, throughout Florida, and nationally, positioning the College as a leader in transforming healthcare. 
• Build and strengthen strategic partnerships with university units, healthcare systems, industry leaders, and community organizations to enhance the College’s impact and resources. 
• Represent the College to external stakeholders, including donors, lawmakers, and professional organizations, to elevate its reputation and secure support for its initiatives.
• Promote the integration of advanced technologies into pharmacy education and practice to meet evolving healthcare demands.

Operational Oversight

• Recruit, develop, and retain exceptional students, faculty, and staff to foster excellence, growth, and innovation. 
• Oversee and implement sound fiscal policies and procedures to ensure the College’s financial sustainability and long-term success. 
• Maintain the College’s accreditation status with the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), ensuring compliance with all standards. 

 Research and Innovation Leadership

• Develop and implement a strategic research plan to advance grant funding, interdisciplinary collaboration, and measurable innovation outcomes at the College
• Secure external funding through grants, industry partnerships, and philanthropy to support cutting-edge research at the College. 
• Foster a culture of research excellence, encouraging faculty and