Deputy Dean of Academic Affairs
Faculty Administration
In partnership with the Dean's Office and the Deputy Dean of Academic Affairs, the Faculty Administration team supports the academic mission of Rice Business by managing faculty personnel and administrative processes throughout the faculty lifecycle. As the Human Capital Management Initiators (HCMi) for Rice Business faculty, we coordinate a wide range of faculty-related actions and provide guidance on University policies and procedures.
Meet the team
Director of Faculty Administration
Assistant Director, Faculty & Auxiliary Administration
Assistant Director, Faculty Administration and Ph.D. Program
Areas of Responsibilities
Owen Amadin, Director
Areas of Support
- Faculty onboarding and offboarding
- Faculty recruiting
- Promotion and tenure
- Faculty leaves and retirement
- Immigration processing
Thomas Doser, Assistant Director, Faculty & Auxiliary Administration
Areas of Support
- Faculty auxiliary events, including:
- Faculty-sponsored conferences
- Job talks
- Research seminars
- Faculty website profile updates
- Visiting Scholars
Melinda Peña, Assistant Director, Faculty Administration & Ph.D. Program
Areas of Support
- Ph.D. Program administration, including:
- Student appointments
- Student Funding
- Academic milestones
- Part-time faculty appointments and reappointments
Through close collaboration with faculty, academic leadership, and University partners, we provide responsive and efficient administrative support that enables faculty to focus on their teaching, research, and service missions.