
Current Academic Role & Responsibilities
Encourages active learning, class participation, and group discussions among undergraduate and postgraduate pharmacy students. Adopts case-based learning approaches during tutorial sessions for B.Pharm, M.Pharm (Regulatory Affairs), and Pharm.D students, particularly in subjects related to Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence and Regulatory Affairs. Conducts lectures, prepares and evaluates question papers, and conducts practical and viva examinations. Guides students in their academic learning, project work, seminars, presentations, and manuscript preparation.
Mentors postgraduate and PhD scholars in their research activities and dissertation work. Actively involved in research in the fields of Regulatory Affairs, Pharmaceutical Management, and related interdisciplinary areas. Continuously updates professional knowledge by attending and presenting research papers and abstracts at national and international conferences, CMEs, workshops, seminars, and faculty development programs. Delivers guest lectures and participates in various academic and professional forums.
Serves as a mentor and guide to students both within and outside the classroom environment, supporting their academic and professional development. Encourages undergraduate students to participate in short-term research projects, case presentations, and scientific writing activities. Actively contributes to departmental and institutional academic and administrative responsibilities, including student admissions guidance, academic coordination, and placement support activities.
Subjects Currently Teaching
| Subject | Semester / Year |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | I Semester |
| Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence | III Semester |
| Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence | 3rd PharmD |
| Regulatory Aspects of Drugs and Cosmetics | II Semester (Regulatory Affairs) |
| Entrepreneurship Management | II Semester (Industrial Pharmacy) |
Academic Qualifications
| Degree | Specialisation | Institute | yearOfPassing |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhD | Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Scineces, MAHE, Manipal | 2001 | |
| MPharm | Pharmaceutical Marketing and Administration | Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Scineces, MAHE, Manipal | 2008 |
| BPharm | Roland Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Berhempur, Odisha | 2002 |
Experience
| Institution / Organisation | Designation | Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, MAHE | Professor | 08/2025 to till date |
| Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, MAHE | Professor and Head | 03/2023 to 07/2027 |
| Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, MAHE | Associate Professor Senior Scale | 08/2018 to 02/2023 |
| Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, MAHE | Associate Professor and Head | 07/2013 to 07/2018 |
| Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, MAHE | Assistant Professor | 02/2010 to 06/2013 |
| Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, MAHE | Lecturer | 03/2003 to 01/2010 |