Nadya Mason
Dean of the Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering
Nadya Mason specializes in experimental studies of quantum materials, with a research focus on the electronic properties of nanoscale and correlated systems, such as nano-scale wires, atomically thin membranes, and nanostructured superconductors.
David Awschalom
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.
Joshua Berg
Senior Associate Dean and Chief Operating Officer
Joshua Berg is PME’s chief financial and administrative officer. He leads PME’s HR, Academic & Faculty Affairs, Budget & Finance, MarComm, Facilities, IT, Lab Safety, and AdminOps teams to support PME’s missions and strategic growth.
Andrew Ferguson
Vice Dean for Education
Andrew Ferguson, professor of molecular engineering, manages both undergraduate and graduate educational matters at PME.
Juan Mendoza
Senior Advisor to the Dean for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Juan Mendoza, assistant professor of molecular engineering, helps lead the development and implementation of equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives at PME.
Rovana Popoff
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.
Melody Swartz
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.
David Taylor
Dean of Students
David Taylor is the administrative lead on graduate student enrollment, funding, and well-being.