Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs - Confidential : Job Details

Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs

About the Company

Top-ranked private college for engineering, math & science education

IndustryHigher Education

TypeEducational

Founded1874

Employees501-1000

Categories

• Education

Specialties

• engineering
• science
• mathematics
• technology
• stem
• mechanical engineering
• chemical engineering
• civil engineering
• electrical engineering
• biomedical engineering
• computer engineering
• computer science
• physics
• biochemistry
• biology
• chemistry
• and software engineering

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs to lead its academic enterprise. The successful candidate will be responsible for fostering intellectual growth, student learning, and scholarly activities, and will provide academic strategic planning, administrative leadership, and evaluation for all academic and faculty affairs. This role involves being the external face of the academic enterprise, engaging in institutional advancement, and representing the institution in professional and industry networks. The Provost will also work with the President and Cabinet to ensure the institution's financial stability, elevate academic programming, and promote its visibility and reputation. A key aspect of the position is to lead global education efforts, advance multidisciplinary scholarship, and support diversity initiatives for faculty, staff, and students.Applicants for the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs position at the company should have a doctoral degree and a strong academic record, with a preference for those who can demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate STEM education. The ideal candidate will have significant academic leadership experience, the ability to provide vision and leadership to the academic enterprise, and a proven track record in strategic planning and implementation. Experience in fundraising, establishing partnerships, and leading academic innovation in STEM education is highly valued. The role requires a collaborative leader who can work with internal and external partners to enhance the educational experience and meet the evolving needs of students. The Provost will be expected to champion shared governance, promote a diverse and inclusive environment, and ensure that the institution's academic programs are of the highest quality and relevance.

Hiring Manager TitlePresident

Travel PercentLess than 10%

Functions

• Education/Academic Administration