David Wick
Associate Vice President for Research and Assessment
David Wick
Associate Vice President for Research and Assessment
Bio
Dr. David Wick completed his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering and master’s and doctorate in Physics from Clarkson University. He conducted his PhD research at the Center for Nonlinear Studies at Los Alamos National Laboratory before returning to Clarkson University where he served as an Associate Professor, Director of First Year Physics, and Research Director for several programs that promote the access and success of underrepresented students in STEM.
He joined RIT in 2012 where he currently promotes assessment and research efforts on behalf of the Division of Access, Engagement, and Success as Associate Vice President for Research and Assessment and is a Research Professor in the School of Individualized Studies.
Dr. Wick’s scholarship spans a variety of topics including experimental and theoretical turbulence research, air sampling assessment and methodology, STEM education, applied psychology, and diversity research. He has received funding from agencies such as the National Science Foundation, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, NYS Department of Education, and Procter & Gamble. His research collaborations have included mentorship of over 40 undergraduate and graduate students (MS and PhD).