Executive AVP, Health Sciences Strategy & Partnerships

Michigan State University; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in East Lansing is looking for an Associate Vice President for Health Sciences. This role involves connecting various academic units and external partners to enhance health research strategy. Responsibilities include aligning health sciences research initiatives, engaging with federal agencies, and fostering collaborations to elevate the institution’s research reputation. The ideal candidate must hold a terminal degree and have a proven record in research funding and administration.

Qualifications

• Tenured full professor or equivalent senior academic standing.
• Sustained record of NIH or equivalent federal research funding.
• Prior service in central research administration.
• Experience in complex academic environments.

Responsibilities

• Align university-wide strategy for Health Sciences research.
• Collaborate to address cross-unit research challenges.
• Serve as a connector across academic units.
• Lead research networks integrating multiple health aspects.

Skills

Exceptional relationship-development skills

Ability to lead through influence

Cross-institutional collaboration

Education

Ph.D., M.D., D.O., D.V.M., or equivalent terminal degree

Job description

A leading educational institution in East Lansing is looking for an Associate Vice President for Health Sciences. This role involves connecting various academic units and external partners to enhance health research strategy. Responsibilities include aligning health sciences research initiatives, engaging with federal agencies, and fostering collaborations to elevate the institution’s research reputation. The ideal candidate must hold a terminal degree and have a proven record in research funding and administration.