Leadership team
Dean
Dean and Professor, Faculty of Science
Louis Barriault is renowned for his contributions to the field of chemistry, particularly in organic synthesis and homogeneous catalysis. With a strong academic background and a commitment to research and education, Professor Barriault emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, entrepreneurship and innovation within the scientific community. Under his leadership, the Faculty of Science continues to advance its mission of fostering research and academic excellence and preparing students for diverse scientific careers.
Vice-deans
Paul-Eugène Parent
Vice-Dean, Undergraduate Studies and Student Experience
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The Vice-Dean, Undergraduate Studies and Student Experience plays a key leadership role in improving academic quality and student engagement. Responsibilities include overseeing curriculum development, student recruitment and retention, and maintaining academic integrity. The Vice-Dean collaborates with various committees to align strategic goals and prioritize the student experience in institutional decisions.
Deryn Fogg
Vice-Dean, Graduate Studies
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The Vice-Dean of Graduate Studies is pivotal in advancing academic and research excellence by managing graduate program development, ensuring academic integrity, and overseeing the Office of Graduate Studies. The vice-dean lead the Graduate Studies Committee, serve on the Research Committee, and represent the Faculty in councils focused on graduate education and postdoctoral studies.
Alexandre Poulain
Vice-Dean, Research and Infrastructure
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The Vice-Dean, Research and Infrastructure serves as a key advisor to the Dean, focusing on advancing research within the Faculty to foster excellence and innovation. This role involves advising on research-related matters, liaising with relevant offices, overseeing the Research Office for funding support, chairing the Faculty Research Committee, and collaborating on the development of Research Centres and Institutes alongside the Vice-Dean for Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
Kathleen Gilmour
Vice-Dean, Governance and International Relations
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The Vice-Dean, Governance and International Relations supports the Dean by managing faculty governance, which includes overseeing Faculty Council elections and revising by-laws. Additionally, the Vice-Dean promotes the Faculty internationally, shares global opportunities with faculty members, and coordinates the development of international collaboration agreements with relevant university offices.
Jaclyn Brusso
Vice-Dean, Faculty Affairs and Inclusive Excellence
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The Vice-Dean, Faculty Affairs and Inclusive Excellence plays a crucial role in promoting professional development and ensuring a supportive environment for faculty regarding human rights and professorial affairs. By advising the Dean on equity, diversity, and inclusion matters, the Vice-Dean develops and coordinates initiatives that foster these values within the Faculty.
Vincent Tabard-Cossa
Vice-Dean, Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Strategic Partnerships
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The Vice-Dean, Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Strategic Partnerships plays a key role in promoting and supporting the Faculty's research-based corporate ventures and entrepreneurial activities, fostering partnerships and technology transfer, and accessing resources to drive innovation and commercialization.
