Sujata Persad

Dr. Sujata Persad holds dual key appointments at the University of Alberta:

• Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry
• Associate Dean for the Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies Administration (GPS)

Her academic focus centers on Pediatrics and Child Health, with specialized expertise in Medical Education and Graduate Studies administration. She actively shapes curriculum development and academic standards for pediatric training programs while driving strategic initiatives for graduate education across the institution.

In her leadership role as Associate Dean, Dr. Persad oversees comprehensive administration of graduate and postdoctoral programs, implementing policies that enhance research training quality and foster interdisciplinary collaboration. Her work directly impacts academic governance, student supervision frameworks, and professional development pathways for advanced-degree candidates university-wide.