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Job postings will remain for a total of 90 days unless AURP is otherwise notified. After 90 days, the postings will be removed from the AURP website. If the position is filled prior to the 90 day limit, please contact AURP and request that it be removed. To post a job, please email Haley Bejarano. Need examples of job descriptions? Some sample job descriptions are here.
June 7, 2023
Vice President and Director of Research for The W.E. Upjohn Institute in Kalamazoo, Michigan
The W.E. Upjohn Institute (“Institute”) invites nominations and applications for the position of Vice President and Director of Research (“VPDR”).The Institute is a private, not-for-profit, nonpartisan, independent research organization devoted to finding and promoting solutions to unemployment and related challenges. Since its founding in 1932, the Institute has developed into one of the world’s leading independent labor research organizations, seeking to understand the causes of unemployment and develop strategies and solutions to alleviate its effects. With approximately 120 staff members, the Institute is headquartered in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Reporting to President Michael Horrigan, the VPDR is responsible for creating and implementing a strategic vision by working closely with staff to determine the direction of the Institute’s research. The VPDR provides direct supervision and support to the staff of the Research Department, which currently consists of 14 researchers and support staff, and will also have the opportunity to maintain a personal research agenda. The incumbent works collaboratively with both external stakeholders and all Institute staff. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in and passion for the Institute’s areas of focus and will demonstrate a deep understanding of the national dialogue around issues of labor and unemployment. While embodying intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm, the successful candidate will have a distinguished record of scholarship and a Ph.D. in economics, public policy, or a related field along with at least eight years of relevant work experience. They will also possess excellent organizational skills, experience with change management, and the capacity to provide intellectual leadership and empowering support to their fellow researchers. Serving as a strategic member of the Institute’s leadership team, the next VPDR will help shape the future of research at the Institute; increase external funding; champion diversity, equity, and inclusion; and expand the Institute’s visibility. Download the full position specification here: https://diversifiedsearchgroup.com/search/19831-upjohn-vpdr/ . For best consideration, please send all nominations and applications to: [email protected]
June 6, 2023
Associate Vice President for Research at The University of Tennessee
The University of Tennessee System invites applications and nominations for the position of Associate Vice President for Research (AVPR). The AVPR plays a visionary role in advancing the University of Tennessee System's research ambitions and fosters excellence in research and scholarship across all campuses and disciplines. The University of Tennessee System is the state’s oldest higher education institution and preeminent public university and is comprised of campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pulaski and Martin; the Health Science Center at Memphis; and the statewide Institute of Agriculture and Institute for Public Service. Reporting to the https://aass.tennessee.edu/bernie-savarese-bio/, the AVPR facilitates systemwide efforts to develop and strengthen research capacity and productivity, and in partnership with the AVP for Research, Outreach, and Economic Development, promotes partnerships that enhance research-related economic development statewide. The AVPR works with research leadership at all UT System institutions to support and promote strategic partnerships and research programs, leverage resources, and identify ways to increase capacity, efficiency, effectiveness, and outcomes. The AVPR works closely with executives at UT System institutions to support, promote, and enhance their efforts to develop enduring research partnerships with external parties, including business and private industry, economic development groups, foundations, state and federal government, laboratories and agencies, the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, other public and private institutions of higher education, and the community. Needs and opportunities at UT System institutions will vary. The ideal candidate should have demonstrated success as a principal investigator of substantial competitive federal research grants (or equivalent) and in attracting support for research from private partnerships, government agencies, industry and other funding entities. The AVPR will have the ability to lead and collaborate with a diverse group of UT System institutions to facilitate research initiatives system-wide.
The VPR will work at the UT System offices in Knoxville, Tennessee. All applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the leadership profile. WittKieffer is assisting the University of Tennessee System in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by July 7, 2023. Application materials should be submitted using WittKieffer's https://apptrkr.com/4248799. Nominations and inquiries can be directed to John K. Thornburgh and Lauren Bruce-Stets at https://tinyurl.com/nhbv94yj.
May 25, 2023
Director for New Venture Development at University of California Santa Cruz
Managed under the UC Santa Cruz Office of Research, the Innovation & Business Engagement (IBE) Hub is the point of entry for industry partners, investors, and entrepreneurs to connect with UC Santa Cruz discoveries, innovations, resources, and talent. Within the IBE Hub, the new ventures development team focuses on advancing the implementation and adoption potential of early-stage UCSC innovations by providing targeted funding and resources, facilitating the formation and growth of new ventures, and supporting entrepreneurial skills development. The new ventures development team also collaborates with partners in the IBE Hub focused on innovation transfer, industry alliances, and corporate relations. Reporting to the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Innovation & Business Engagement, the Director, New Venture Development is a leadership role with responsibility and accountability for new venture development activities at UC Santa Cruz. The role directly contributes to facilitating the formation and growth of new startup companies formed around innovations developed at the university and oversees a suite of innovation and entrepreneurship programs, activities, and initiatives administered through the Innovation & Business Engagement Hub and in close collaboration with campus and community partners. The Director, New Venture Development helps innovators define the implementation, adoption, commercialization pathways for early-stage innovations and provides entrepreneurs with the connections, tools, resources, and expertise necessary to develop a startup company with the potential to drive transformative change and societal impact. The role acts as a subject matter expert on new venture development, innovation and entrepreneurship, and technology commercialization and works in close coordination with campus leadership and University California Office of the President (UCOP) to address complex issues with organization-wide impact touching on aspects such as access to university intellectual property, facilities, and services as well as founder and management roles and equity holdings. View full job description and access on-line application: https://apptrkr.com/4210523 .To ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site; https://jobs.ucsc.edu.
May 19, 2023
Vice Chancellor for Research at The University of Tennessee Health Science Center
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC), the public’s statewide academic health system, invites applications and nominations for the appointment of vice chancellor for research (VCR). The position is based in Memphis, Tennessee, with responsibilities for UTHSC campuses in Memphis, Nashville, Chattanooga, Knoxville and many affiliated partners. This position reports directly to UTHSC Chancellor Peter Buckley. Founded in 1911, UTHSC strives to be the preeminent public research and teaching university linking the people of Tennessee to the nation and the world. UTHSC improves human health by fostering integrated, collaborative and inclusive education, research, scientific discovery, clinical care and public service. Offering a broad range of postgraduate and selected baccalaureate training opportunities, the main campus is located in the heart of the Memphis Medical District. UTHSC educates and trains cohorts of medicine, nursing, pharmacy and health professions students – in addition to medical residents and fellows - at its campuses in Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga and Nashville. Clinical care, professional education and research are carried out at more than 100 clinical and educational sites across Tennessee.The new VCR will set the strategy to further enhance a thriving enterprise-wide research endeavor.
The VCR will play an essential role in promoting collaborative-based science and advancing UTHSC's vital basic, clinical, translational and population health research programs. The incoming VCR will work collaboratively with UTHSC administrators, deans, faculty, staff and students. The new VCR will provide vision and direction for UTHSC's growing research and discovery programs, advance the institution's standing as an innovation leader and implement effective research strategies to support the academic, clinical and service missions of UTHSC. In addition, the VCR forges strong relationships and interactions among other leading universities and with industry partners. The successful candidate will be presented with the opportunity to achieve the following professional and personal accomplishments: Serve as a senior leader of a highly respected academic health sciences institution, with an outstanding reputation for the delivery of high quality, affordable healthcare education and innovative research aimed at improving the health of Tennesseans; Be part of a "new generation" of UTHSC leadership, where the chancellor, deans and other senior leaders are deeply committed to the growth and success of the research mission; Work regularly with a diverse and outstanding mix of health sciences colleges, all of which are aligned in support of improving the health and well-being of Tennessee citizens; Partner with senior leadership and faculty to design and implement plans and priorities for the research enterprise to both leverage current strengths and to define new possibilites; Live and work in Memphis, a region known for its economic vitality, quality of life and diversity of regions and communities.
May 15, 2023
The Executive Director of STAR Research Park at Texas State University
Texas State University (TXST) seeks a visionary, experienced, entrepreneurial, collaborative and strategic leader to serve as the Executive Director of the Science, Technology and Advanced Research Park (ED STAR Park). The ED STAR Park will report directly to the vice president for research – Dr. Shreek Mandayam – and serve as a trusted advisor and member of the vice president for research senior leadership team. TXST continues to grow in national prominence and the next executive director of STAR Park will be expected to help shape and execute strategies that further elevate its reputation. In research, the university is currently Carnegie classified as a Doctoral University: High Research Activity and is laser-focused on raising its national research profile and becoming an R1 university. Given its location in the heart of the Texas Innovation Corridor https://greatersanmarcostx.com/texas-innovation-corridor Texas Innovation Corridor between San Antonio and Austin and its burgeoning research and development park, TXST is well-positioned for developing strong, robust partnerships that will elevate the research enterprise to even greater heights and spur entrepreneurial activity in the region.The next Executive Director will help to establish STAR Park as a leading center for innovation, commercialization and entrepreneurship through opportunistic program development, delivery, enhancement of physical space and outreach efforts. The next ED must have strong organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across disciplines, organizations and a variety of constituent groups. A bachelor's degree as well as experience within a research setting is required. Experience within a research park, innovation hub or technology business incubator or related setting will be highly advantageous.
WittKieffer is assisting Texas State University in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by July 6th, 2023. All applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the leadership profile which can be found at https://www.wittkieffer.com/position/24684-executive-director-of-star-research-park/. Applications materials, nominations and inquiries can be directed to Jessica Herrington and Luis Bertot at: [email protected]
April 28, 2023
The Economic Development Manager for the City of Corvallis, Oregon
Manages the division responsible for growing/retaining the business tax base within both the City of Corvallis and Benton County. Specific areas of focus include support of local businesses; innovation and startups; the City-owned Airport Industrial Park, Enterprise Zone(s) and Urban Renewal District(s). Corvallis is home of Oregon State University – a Land, Sea, Sun, and Space Grant university. Full-time, non-represented, FLSA-Exempt position, 12-month probationary period Must meet all qualifications and requirements as listed in the position description. First Review of Applications: May 31, 2023 www.corvallisoregon.gov/jobs An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer in Compliance with ADA
April 20, 2023
SMU Director of DSI
Southern Methodist University (SMU), the premier private university in North Texas, seeks a visionary and highly collaborative leader to serve as the Peter O’Donnell, Jr. Director of the Data Science Institute (Director). This is an extraordinary opportunity to lead a distinguished institute and help chart the course of its future. SMU is entering the second year of a $1.5 billion capital campaign to attract and support outstanding students and faculty, to explore new fields with cutting-edge research empowered by future- facing technologies, and to positively impact Dallas and the world beyond. With appointment beginning as early as the fall 2023 semester, the Director will have the opportunity to reimagine and implement a strategic vision for future excellence. With the support of the Provost and the Vice Provost for Research and Chief Innovation Officer, the Director will help position SMU as a respected leader in data science and high-performance computing by creating an ecosystem of data-related research, computational power, education, and engagement. As the commensurate leader of the Data Science Institute (DSI) and Center for Research Computing (CRC), the Director will develop, implement, and effectively communicate a vision that encourages productive collaborations across the university. In doing so, the Director will oversee initiatives and operations dedicated to catalyzing interdisciplinary data science research, scholarship, and innovation while establishing critical partnerships with other academic institutions, government agencies, and major corporations and local industry. As an advocate for the DSI and computing power at SMU, the Director will, firstly, broadcast SMU’s compelling story to further generate wide-ranging philanthropic support for the institute’s growth and expansion; and, secondly, make significant contributions to SMU’s efforts towards Carnegie Research I (R1) classification.The Director will bring a demonstrated record of multidisciplinary team-building experience and a collaborative, inspirational, and entrepreneurial leadership style. Experience in launching and sustaining multidisciplinary programs or initiatives, building sustainable infrastructure in the research space, exercising sound fiscal management and growth, and fostering positive and trusting organizational culture will contribute to the Director’s success. SMU has retained Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, to assist with this important search. For more information, to make a nomination, or to apply for this role, please visit: https://www.imsearch.com/open-searches/southern-methodist-university/peter-odonnell-jr-director-data-science
April 19, 2023
Associate Vice President for Research and Faculty Development
North Dakota State University (NDSU) is searching for a dynamic Associate Vice President (AVP) for Research and Faculty Development to join our Research and Creative Activity team. The AVP will serve in the inner leadership circle of the Vice President for Research and Creative Activity.The new AVP will build momentum in key strategic research priorities through the design and implementation of programmatic approaches to building faculty success in all disciplines across campus, as well as in interdisciplinary and convergent efforts. We are looking for a can-do accomplishment-oriented team member to operationalize effective research development programs to support early career faculty success and to grow research leadership among mid-career and even senior faculty. NDSU is a Carnegie R1 “very high research activity” land-grant university located in Fargo, ND, a vibrant growing community with a thriving entrepreneurship scene. NDSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes single or family health coverage with premiums paid for by the university. This position in not a remote or hybrid position. To apply, access the NDSU Careers site. Sign in to access your account, or if you are not an existing user, select the New User link to create one. Review the job description and select the Apply button to begin your application. Why not consider joining us in Fargo? It’s a great place to live and work!!
April 14, 2023
Research Finance Program Director – Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC – Relocation Available
The Program Director of Research Finance reports directly to the Director, Wake Forest University School of Medicine (WFUSM) Finance and is responsible for acting as the top financial officer for the entire Clinical & Translational Science Institute and Research Administration, which includes the Human Research Protection Program; Office of Sponsored Programs; Animal Welfare Program; Monitoring and Oversight; Central Administration; Education & Training; Clinical Research Unit; Office of Clinical Research; Interdisciplinary Research Programs; Research Center and Core Administration; Biomedical Informatics; and Research Faculty Compensation Programs. The Program Director, Research Finance will have broad, complex financial responsibilities involved with planning, developing, managing, analyzing, and reporting of financial data. The individual will lead a team of finance professionals responsible for a variety of accounts, including those that are institution-funded, industry-funded, federally-funded, endowments, research centers, and service cores, etc. We invite you to learn more by reviewing the job posting WFUSM Research Finance Program Director and contacting Talent Consultant Brandi Walton at [email protected].
April 14, 2023
Associate Vice President (AVP) for Research and Faculty Development - North Dakota State University (NDSU)
North Dakota State University (NDSU), is searching for a dynamic Associate Vice President (AVP) for Research and Faculty Development to join our Research and Creative Activity team. The AVP will serve in the inner leadership circle of the Vice President for Research and Creative Activity.The new AVP will build momentum in key strategic research priorities through the design and implementation of programmatic approaches to building faculty success in al disciplines across campus, as well as I interdisciplinary and convergent efforts. We are looking for a can-do accomplishment-oriented team member to operationalize effective research development programs to support early career faculty success and to grow research leadership among mid-career and even senior faculty. Learn More.
March 23, 2023
Executive Director Innovation HUB Network (9580) - University of Texas at San Antonio, Economic Development Unit
The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Hispanic Serving University specializing in cyber, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic development. With more than 34,000 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio metropolitan region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service. The university embraces multicultural traditions and serves as a center for intellectual and creative resources as well as a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property—for Texas, the nation and the world. The ideal candidate will provide specialized skill, management, administration, and development of processes. Also will develop and implement program goals and objectives, and activities. Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 04/13/2023. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Learn More.
March 7, 2023
Director of Innovation and Economic Development (IED) - North Dakota State University (NDSU)
North Dakota State University (NDSU) is seeking a creative and entrepreneurial leader for the role of Director of Innovation and Economic Development in NDSU's Office of Research and Creative Activity (RCA). The Director will design, lead, and manage economic development, leverage opportunities for industry partnerships, and nurture and advance the entrepreneurial (pre-)startup ecosystem. The successful candidate will be involved at a hands-on level in these efforts as well as design, lead and manage a vision to enhance NDSU's activity and contributions in these efforts. The new Director will play a vital role in RCA to strategically leverage and align campus and regional resources, opportunities, and assets in order to foster and support economic development, startups and entrepreneurship, and innovative efforts campus- and state-wide. We are especially interested in candidates whose background includes employment in both industry and academia; private sector or nonprofit experience with entrepreneurship and/or entrepreneurship education; and a demonstrated record of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in program development and implementation. Learn More.
March 7, 2023
Vice President for Research - Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw State University (KSU) invites inquiries, nominations, and applications in their search for a strategic executive leader to serve as the next Vice President for Research. Located on suburban campuses in northwest metro Atlanta, KSU is a member of the University System of Georgia and the third largest university in the state. A comprehensive university with 12 colleges and a leader in innovative teaching, scholarship, and learning, KSU enrolls over 43,000 students in undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. The Vice President for Research is expected to assume office on July 1, 2023. Maya Ranchod Kirkhope of Academic Search is assisting with this national search. Applications, nominations, and inquiries may be sent in confidence to https://tinyurl.com/2p8zjsx8. Although application materials will be accepted until the time that a new Vice President for Research is selected, candidates should submit materials by April 3, 2023, for the most favorable consideration. Learn More.
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