Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs & Provost

The Company is seeking an Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost to serve as its chief academic officer. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership across the academic enterprise, with a focus on fostering excellence in teaching, research, and service. This role involves guiding academic departments and interdisciplinary programs, stewarding faculty, staff, and financial resources, and supporting the success of students. The Provost will also be instrumental in translating the university's strategic plan into action and promoting a culture of trust, transparency, and shared purpose. Applicants for the Provost position at the company should have a proven track record in academic leadership, with a deep commitment to the values of a land-grant mission. The role requires a visionary leader who can advance academic excellence, strengthen student success, and expand research and graduate education. The ideal candidate will have experience in a research-intensive environment, a strong background in scholarship, and a clear understanding of the needs and opportunities in the service of the academic community. A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders are essential. The Provost will be expected to have a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree and a distinguished record in teaching, research, and service.