Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T), one of the world’s leading technological research universities, seeks a dynamic and experienced leader for the role of Associate Vice Chancellor for Research & Innovation.

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About the Role

Missouri S&T is experiencing significant growth in research and innovation, with research awards increasing by over 80% in the past two years. We are seeking a visionary and dynamic individual to serve as the Associate Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation (AVCRI). The AVCRI will play a key role in shaping the future of the Research and Innovation Division at Missouri S&T and fulfill a crucial role within the Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation’s (VCRI) leadership team.

The possibility thinker AVCRI will collaboratively develop and support strategic research priorities and implement initiatives to elevate the research and academic stature of Missouri S&T, stimulate economic growth, and cultivate a culture of innovation and discovery.

The Associate Vice Chancellor for Research & Innovation will be instrumental in advancing the institution's research and innovation initiatives. The successful applicant will be an accomplished researcher with a proven track record of fostering growth and development within the research enterprise. This is a full-time administrative position. Subject to departmental recommendation, the appointment includes a tenured faculty position at the appropriate rank within a relevant academic department.

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To apply please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae and list of five professional references.

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Professional references will be contacted later in the process prior to any hiring decision and the university will not contact references without prior candidate authorization. 

All applications received by October 30, 2024, will receive full consideration.

Nominations & Inquiries

Nominations and inquiries for this search may be directed to Patrick Arens, executive recruitment consultant with the University of Missouri System, at umhrexecutivesearch@umsystem.edu.

Committee Members

Chair

  • Shelley Minteer, Director of The Kummer Institute for Resource Sustainability

Members

  • Richard Billo, Director, Kummer Institute Center for Advanced Manufacturing
  • Kristen Donnell, Woodard Associate Professor of Excellence and Interim Director of the Center for Infrastructure Engineering Studies
  • David Enke, Curators Distinguished Teaching Professor and Interim Associate Dean of the Kummer College
  • Timothy Faley, Associate Vice Chancellor for Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Commercialization
  • Mehdi Ferdowsi, Associate Dean for Research, College of Engineering and Computing
  • Xiaoming He, Professor of Mathematics and Faculty Fellow
  • Yue-Wern Huang, Associate Dean for Research and External Relations CASE, S&T Center for Biomedical Research
  • Donald Wunsch II, Director, Kummer Institute Center for Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous System