The Company is seeking an Assistant Vice President for Research Infrastructure to serve as a senior advisor on the strategic development and stewardship of the research enterprise. The successful candidate will be responsible for executive oversight of university research infrastructure, including the development of strategic plans for the growth, modernization, and sustainability of research facilities. This role involves promoting shared-resource models, collaborating with facility directors and university leadership on investment priorities, and overseeing the financial management of core facilities. The Assistant Vice President will also serve as the primary liaison for national laboratory and industry user facilities, fostering strategic partnerships, and coordinating the utilization of research facilities to maximize effectiveness and sustainability. Applicants must have an earned doctorate in a research-intensive field, with a minimum of 10 years of active research experience. Preferred qualifications include significant experience in research administration, leading research facilities, and a proven track record of successful collaboration with national laboratories and industry partners. The role requires a commitment to fostering a culture of discovery, innovation, and entrepreneurship, as well as excellent administrative, managerial, and interpersonal skills. The Assistant Vice President will also be involved in faculty, postdoctoral scholar, and graduate student success programs, and will be expected to champion a culture of innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence across research support programs.

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The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center