Meghan is responsible for proposal preparation, account reconciliation and monitoring research expenses, and general support to faculty.  Meghan supports the research administration needs for the following faculty: Timothy Chambers, Robert Hovden, Jinsang Kim, Yiyang Li, Claudia Loebel, Emmanuelle Marquis, and Wenhao Sun

Chris assists in all of the computing needs for the faculty and staff of the department, particularly in the use of Windows and Macintosh operating systems. He also assists in any computing needs for the Van Vlack laboratory and is available to answer any computer related questions or problems. He also administers the departmental backup server, and helps keep departmental machines updated.

Jack is responsible for repair, maintenance and training users, including undergraduate and graduate students, on proper use of laboratory equipment.

Sahar is responsible for managing the Van Vlack Undergraduate Laboratory.  She is co-instructor of the MSE577, Principles of Failure Analysis.  Her other duties include maintaining equipment, conducting training, and running outreach events and demonstrations.  She is available to assist faculty, staff and students with instructional and facilities needs. 

Cassandra provides support to Department in areas of Human Resources. Responsibilities include processing staffing and personnel records, as well as handling compensation, benefits and training.  She provides assistance with visa, I-9 and other employment documentation processing.

Kristen is responsible for Marketing and Communications for the Department.  She is a liaison with our faculty research groups to communicate the developments in research to various audiences.  She handles the newsletter and content published via website and social media channels.  She handles marketing of activities and events through engaging alumni, faculty, students and others. 

Xiang is in charge of maintenance, service and repair of testing instruments and research equipment including electronics, vacuum systems, computer-based systems, mechanical testing equipment, etc. She can assist you to design test instruments to meet your specific research needs. She is also responsible for the operation of the X-Ray diffraction facilities in room 2219. Anyone wishing to use these facilities must be trained and approved by her before using the equipment.

Renee handles all aspects of the Graduate Program for the MSE Dept. (academic advising, graduate student fellowships and GSRA funding oversight, benefits, GSI assignments and recruiting and admissions.) Renee works with the Graduate PhD and Master's Committees, and assists with other departmental administrative work as needed. 

Lourdes processes purchase orders for MSE, processes reimbursements for faculty, students and guests, processes P-Card’s for Faculty, and administrative support to the Department.

Kathy is responsible for providing expert management and coordination of all aspects of research administration for the department.
Kathy supports the research administration needs for the following faculty: John Allison, John Heron, Elizabeth Holm, Geeta Mehta, Amit Misra, Ferdinand Poudeu-Poudeu, Max Shtein, Kai Sun, and Steve Yalisove.

Provides administrative assistance to the department chair.  Serves as primary liaison between the chair's office and all internal/external constituents, manages the process for faculty promotions, reviews, faculty searches and faculty leaves.

Maya assists in planning, scheduling, and execution of meetings, events, programs, and workshops. Assists with travel and expense reimbursement; provides support for individual faculty members as needed.

Huimin is responsible for providing expert management and coordination of all aspects of research administration for the department.

Huimin supports the research administration needs for the following faculty: Rachel Goldman, John Halloran, Wayne Jones, Amit Misra (MMRI), Katsuyo Thornton, and Anish Tuteja. She is also the point of contact for all MRSEC, MMRI, and DARPA projects.

Todd has responsibility for all facets of business administrative operations for the department.  Works directly with the Chair to carry out the vision for the department in alignment with the mission, vision and values of the College of Engineering and the university.  This includes oversight of personnel, policies and procedures related to financial, human resources, immigration, outreach/marketing, procurement, and space/facility resources.

Patti handles all aspects of the Undergraduate Program. She also works with the Undergraduate Committee on program and Van Vlack Lab issues. Patti also provides secretarial support for faculty, and assists with other departmental administrative work as needed.

Kevin takes care of the network in the MSE department, and maintains all department-owned computers. He runs the MSE web, database, and backup servers. He can also recommend software for research use and specify and purchase new computers and software.

Wanlei provides support for the post award and financial analysis functions within the department. She assists with transactional processing and implementation of financial controls.