Position Available Joanne Nicholson 05 Jan 2006 14:52 EST
Vice Provost for Research Oakland University (www.oakland.edu), located in southeastern Michigan, the home of Automation Alley, a Michigan SmartZone, and the Michigan Life Sciences Corridor, seeks applications and nominations for the position of Vice Provost for Research. Classified as "Doctoral/Research University-Intensive" by the Carnegie Foundation, Oakland University is strongly committed to graduate education through its doctoral programs as well as its extensive undergraduate programs that are offered to nearly 17,000 students. The Vice Provost for Research reports to the Provost and directs the Office of Grants, Contracts and Sponsored Research, which oversees pre- and post-award processes, as well as regulatory compliance activities to ensure the ethical and responsible conduct of research. As the University's chief advocate for research, the selected individual will lead the development of a clear vision for research at Oakland, inclusive of all disciplines, including incentive programs to facilitate activities to enhance the research infrastructure of the institution, resulting in a significant increase in the level of external funding. The successful candidate will be expected to work closely with the Provost and Deans to develop financial strategies that promote the research mission of the University. He or she will also be responsible for the further development and management of policies related to the stewardship of intellectual property and technology transfer. This individual will be expected to cultivate relationships both within and outside the University in order to expand collaborations with industry and government, as well as educational and research institutions. Required Qualifications A strong record in the application for and management of externally funded grants and/or contracts; university teaching experience and a record of scholarly activity suitable for a tenured senior faculty appointment; demonstrated leadership abilities; broad knowledge of research funding sources; administrative experience with the ability to interact effectively in a culturally and ethnically diverse community; knowledge of matters related to research compliance such as protection of human participants, conflict of interest, and the care and use of experimental animals. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated success in developing and managing multidisciplinary research; knowledge of trends in mission-related research; familiarity with intellectual property and technology transfer issues. Application and Nomination. This appointment will be effective on or about August 15, 2006. Review of applications will begin February 15, 2006 and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants must submit a letter of application addressing the above qualifications, curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of five references. References will not be contacted until advanced stages in the screening process. Applications and nominations should be sent electronically as pdf files to xxxxxx@Oakland.edu. Located 25 miles north of Detroit in Rochester, Michigan, Oakland University offers extensive cultural and social programs. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and encourages applications from women and minorities. ====================================================================== Instructions on how to use the RESADM-L Mailing List, including subscription information and a web-searchable archive, are available via our web site at http://www.hrinet.org (click on "Listserv Lists") ======================================================================