The Division of Biological Sciences encompasses a breadth of disciplines spanning all levels of organization and encompassing diverse organisms. With about 112 full-time faculty in three departments, the division offers a variety of programs that allow students to prepare for future careers in professional fields such as health sciences, veterinary medicine, biotechnology, environmental science, and academia. Undergraduate majors are encouraged to gain experience through independent research studies(link is external) by working closely with faculty in cutting-edge research using advanced technology.
Interim Dean Richard Harland
Contact Information
Biological Sciences Division
College of Letters and Science
101 Durant Hall
Berkeley, CA 94720-2920
(510) 642-3331
Dean & Staff
Dean: Richard M. Harland
Associate Dean for Strategic Planning: Edward E. Penhoet
Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: tyrone B. Hayes
Associate Dean of Academic Affairs: George Bentley
Associate Dean of Academic Affairs: Iswar Hariharan
Assistant Dean for Academic Personnel: Hanna Knight
Assistant Dean for Finance and Administration: Heidi Wagner
Assistant Dean of Development, Development and College Relations: Kirsten Swan
Biological Sciences Diversity Director: Audrey Knowlton
Executive Assistant: Melanie Ling