Sue Bertram

Associate Dean, Faculty Affairs (Faculty of Science)

Sue Bertram serves as Associate Dean, Faculty Affairs in the Faculty of Science at Carleton University. In this role, she assumes broad, faculty-wide responsibilities delegated by the Dean and provides leadership on processes, policies, planning and strategic initiatives across the Faculty of Science. 

Bertram’s work includes supporting the management of the faculty’s human and financial resources, providing guidance and oversight to academic departments and ancillary units, and representing the faculty on committees. She also leads special projects aligned with the faculty’s strategic priorities and works closely with academic and administrative units on the development and implementation of strategic plans and university-wide initiatives. 

Bertram’s areas of expertise include faculty governance, academic leadership, strategic planning, mentoring and faculty development. She supports tenure, confirmation and promotion processes, develops mentoring programs for faculty and academic leaders, and provides leadership on academic hiring processes and related policies. 

Working closely with the Dean and other members of the leadership team, Bertram contributes to the strategic direction of the Faculty of Science and helps advance major university initiatives, including Kinámágawin, the EDI Action Plan, sustainability and accessibility.