Jennifer Paul has joined the UC Irvine School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences as the new Senior Assistant Dean of Business and Operations.
A higher education executive with over 20 years of experience leading financial operations, human resources, academic administration, and strategic planning, Paul was previously the Chief Financial Officer for the UCLA Department of Neurology. Prior to her role at UCLA, she served as Chief Financial Officer for the City of Redondo Beach and Director of Finance at the University of Washington School of Medicine. Paul holds a Juris Doctorate (JD) and Master of Professional Accounting (MPAC) from Seattle University and a Bachelor’s in Business & Organizational Management from Vanguard University.
As Senior Assistant Dean of Business and Operations, Paul will manage the administrative operations of the UC Irvine School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, including planning and resource management and serving as a strategic advisor to Dean Jan Hirsch and school leadership.
“I’m thrilled to join the UC Irvine School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences at such an exciting time of growth and innovation,” she said. “My vision is to strengthen our operational and financial foundations so faculty, staff, and students have the resources and support they need to excel in research, education, and clinical practice. Together, we can build sustainable strategies that advance the school’s mission and make a meaningful impact on healthcare and our community.”
