Leadership

Dean of the Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering

Matthew Tirrell, a pioneering researcher in the fields of biomolecular engineering and nanotechnology, has served as Dean of PME since its founding in 2011.

Vice Dean for Research and Infrastructure

David Awschalom, Liew Family Professor of Molecular Engineering, advances PME’s interests in space allocation and coordinates research task forces to help guide future faculty hiring. In addition, he is responsible for PME’s computing and other research facilities, including the Pritzker Nanofabrication Facility.

Senior Associate Dean for Administration and Operations

Joshua Berg manages PME’s administrative staff and oversees organizational changes, coordinating with other members of the leadership team to support the school’s academic, educational, and outreach missions.

Vice Dean of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Andrew Ferguson, associate professor of molecular engineering, helps lead the development and implementation of equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives at PME.

Vice Dean and Executive Officer

Jeffrey Hubbell, Eugene Bell Professor in Tissue Engineering, helps lead efforts to improve PME’s administrative structure and functions. In addition, he is responsible for corporate engagement and industrial partnerships, and for driving the translation of discoveries into commerce and society.

Vice Dean for Education and Outreach

Paul Nealey, the Brady W. Dougan Professor of Molecular Engineering, manages both undergraduate and graduate educational matters at PME.

Senior Associate Dean for Education and Strategy

Rovana Popoff supports graduate students in their academic engagement and progress, as well as oversees PME’s community outreach efforts. She also coordinates PME’s advisory council and works closely with Dean Tirrell on strategic planning.

Vice Dean for Faculty Affairs

Melody Swartz, William B. Ogden Professor of Molecular Engineering, is responsible for overseeing faculty searches, appointments, mentoring, tenure and promotions, and for facilitating faculty award nominations.

Dean of Students

David Taylor is the administrative lead on graduate student enrollment, funding, and well-being.