Vice President for Research

Vice President for Research

About the Company

Premier medical health care center associated with a leading state university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1956

Employees
10,001+

Categories

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South Florida
Tampa
USF
University of South Florida
Manatee
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Sarasota
St. Petersburg
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Universities

Specialties

education and research

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President for Research (VPR) to lead its dynamic and rapidly growing research enterprise. The VPR will be a key member of the senior leadership team, working in close collaboration with the President, Provost, and a dedicated group of Deans and Associate Deans for Research. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining and driving the strategic vision for research, fostering innovation, and expanding the company's influence in the national and global research landscape. This role demands a decisive and innovative leader who can harness the creativity of the faculty, connect academic units in new and impactful ways, and ensure the company's research goals are met with the highest standards of excellence.

Applicants for the VPR position at the company should be prepared to take on the role of Chief Research Officer, with a focus on establishing the company as a national figure in research. The ideal candidate will have a strong record of research excellence in their own field and a deep curiosity for the breadth of research and scholarship across all disciplines. Responsibilities include actively networking with federal agencies, industry partners, and nonprofit funders to stay at the forefront of emerging research areas and to enhance the company's impact and innovation. The VPR will also be instrumental in the company's goal to significantly increase its research funding, with a target of over $1 billion in the next five years. This is a pivotal time for the company, and the VPR will play a critical role in shaping its future and ensuring its continued success in a changing and competitive research environment.

Hiring Manager Title
President

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

Education/Academic Administration