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Navigating the Path to Careers in Academic Pharmacy Administration
Brian L Erstad1, Sharon L Youmans2, M Lynn Crismon3
1Department of Pharmacy Practice & Science, University of Arizona R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy, Tucson, Arizona, USA.
American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
|September 15, 2023
Summary
Pharmacy faculty aspiring to leadership roles like dean or department chair require specific qualifications and understanding of responsibilities. Success hinges on administrative experience, strategic oversight, and stakeholder engagement for effective college management.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Administration
- Higher Education Leadership
- Academic Management
Background:
- Pharmacy colleges require skilled leadership for educational and operational success.
- Transitioning from faculty to administrative roles (dean, department chair) necessitates understanding new responsibilities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline essential qualifications, duties, and success factors for pharmacy faculty pursuing administrative positions.
- To provide insights for aspiring department chairs and deans based on extensive administrative experience.
Main Methods:
- Commentary based on the perspectives of experienced pharmacy administrators (department chair, vice dean, past dean).
- Analysis of qualifications, responsibilities, and success factors for academic leadership roles in pharmacy.
Main Results:
- Qualifications for administrative roles vary by institution, with research focus being a key differentiator.
- Deans require prior administrative experience; associate/assistant deans and chairs typically need faculty experience.
- Deans hold fiduciary duties; associate/assistant deans manage specific functions; chairs oversee strategic implementation.
Conclusions:
- Successful pharmacy academic leadership requires a blend of experience, understanding of fiduciary duties, and strategic implementation skills.
- Effective deans, associate/assistant deans, and department chairs are crucial for pharmacy college governance and success.
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