Provost & Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs

Provost & Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs

About the Company

Prestigious public research university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1872

Employees
5001-10,000

Specialties

• Higher Education
• Healthcare
• and Degree Programs

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs to provide executive-level leadership and strategic vision for the entire academic and student life mission. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining and pursuing institutional, educational, research, clinical, and funding priorities, with a strong focus on student success and the delivery of relevant and innovative academic programs. This role also involves overseeing the student lifecycle, including student affairs, success, and support services, and leading the University's community engagement and diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. The Provost will be a key leader in fostering collaboration between the academic units and the medical center and must be adept at managing multiple priorities, aligning academic goals with the institution's mission, and working with a diverse range of stakeholders. Candidates for the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs position at the company should have a distinguished academic and administrative background, with experience in change management, leadership development, and a proven commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The role requires a visionary leader with a strong record in research, scholarship, and teaching, and the ability to support faculty and students in their academic and creative pursuits. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the challenges facing higher education, particularly in a complex, public, regional, comprehensive institution. They should be skilled in fostering collaboration, managing complex budgets, and integrating strategic planning with fiscal decisions. A doctoral degree is required, and the candidate should be prepared to work in a culture of shared governance, engaging with faculty, staff, and students to achieve the University's goals.

Hiring Manager Title
President

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Education/Academic Administration