Senior Academic Affairs & Accreditation Leader

Oakland University; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakland University seeks a Vice Provost for Academic Affairs to lead accreditation, program review, and undergraduate education initiatives. You will coordinate university-wide strategies, serve as liaison to accrediting bodies, and work with deans, faculty, and administrators to uphold academic excellence.

The role requires a distinguished record of scholarly achievement and strong leadership, with a focus on collaborative governance and educational innovation.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or terminal degree in an academic discipline.
• Minimum of three years administrative leadership experience.
• Tenured faculty appointment at associate professor level.
• Experience coordinating accreditation and program review.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate accreditation activities and university-wide program reviews.
• Lead Undergraduate Education, general education, and curriculum oversight.
• Collaborate with deans, faculty, and staff to implement strategic initiatives.
• Liaise with accrediting bodies (HLC, MASU) and ensure quality assurance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

Data interpretation

Collaboration

Education

Earned doctorate or terminal degree

Job description

Oakland University seeks a Vice Provost for Academic Affairs to lead accreditation, program review, and undergraduate education initiatives. You will coordinate university-wide strategies, serve as liaison to accrediting bodies, and work with deans, faculty, and administrators to uphold academic excellence.

The role requires a distinguished record of scholarly achievement and strong leadership, with a focus on collaborative governance and educational innovation.