Chief Graduate Studies Officer (Hybrid/Remote)

University of Colorado; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Colorado Denver seeks an Associate Vice Chancellor of Graduate Studies to provide university-wide leadership for graduate education, shaping strategy to strengthen quality, competitiveness, growth, and student success. Reporting to the Provost, this senior academic leader will run the Office of Graduate Studies and collaborate with faculty, deans, and administrative leaders.

In CU Denver’s decentralized model, the AVC will coordinate policies, program quality, enrollment,

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate degree from an accredited institution.
• Eight (8) or more years of experience in graduate education leadership.
• Demonstrated understanding of graduate education policy and governance.
• Experience navigating complex, decentralized university environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the university-wide strategy for graduate education and enrollments.
• Oversee the Office of Graduate Studies and coordinate with deans and administrators.
• Develop policies ensuring consistency while allowing program flexibility.
• Advance funding, fellowships, and tuition remission for graduate students.

Skills

Leadership through influence

Faculty governance

Strategic thinking

Policy translation

Education

Doctorate degree

Job description

The University of Colorado Denver seeks an Associate Vice Chancellor of Graduate Studies to provide university-wide leadership for graduate education, shaping strategy to strengthen quality, competitiveness, growth, and student success. Reporting to the Provost, this senior academic leader will run the Office of Graduate Studies and collaborate with faculty, deans, and administrative leaders.

In CU Denver’s decentralized model, the AVC will coordinate policies, program quality, enrollment,