Senior Vice Chancellor, Graduate Studies

CU Denver; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

The Associate Vice Chancellor of Graduate Studies at University of Colorado Denver is a university-wide leader responsible for shaping and advancing graduate education, reporting to the Provost. The role oversees the Office of Graduate Studies and works with deans, faculty, and leaders to align policies and resources with institutional priorities.

The position emphasizes strategy for enrollment, program development, student success, funding, and external partnerships, with a focus on equitably

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead graduate education strategy and enrollment metrics.
• Oversee portfolio of graduate programs and innovation.
• Advance graduate enrollment, recruitment, and student success.
• Coordinate graduate funding and external partnerships.
• Align policy with HR and finance for graduate employment practices.

Skills

Leadership by influence

Faculty governance

Collaboration

Policy translation

Education

Doctorate degree

Job description

The Associate Vice Chancellor of Graduate Studies at University of Colorado Denver is a university-wide leader responsible for shaping and advancing graduate education, reporting to the Provost. The role oversees the Office of Graduate Studies and works with deans, faculty, and leaders to align policies and resources with institutional priorities.

The position emphasizes strategy for enrollment, program development, student success, funding, and external partnerships, with a focus on equitably