University President - Louisiana Tech University

University of Louisiana System; Ruston (LA); On-site; USD 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, LA, seeks a President to lead a nationally recognized public research university. The President will assume office January 1, 2027, and will advance excellence in teaching, research, and service while strengthening industry partnerships and workforce development.

The ideal candidate will hold an earned doctorate and have a proven record in senior academic administration, fundraising, and community relations, with a commitment to shared governance and

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate; background in higher education administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising and strategic planning to advance the university's mission.
• Foster industry partnerships and workforce development through external engagement.

Skills

Visionary leadership

Fundraising

Community relations

Education

Earned doctorate

Job description

The Board of Supervisors for the University of Louisiana System invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for the position of President of Louisiana Tech University. The new President will assume office January 1, 2027.

Founded in 1894, Louisiana Tech is a selective-admissions, comprehensive public university committed to excellence in teaching, research, creative activity, public service, and workforce and economic development. Located in Ruston, Louisiana, the University offers the resources and opportunities of a nationally recognized public research university within a close-knit and vibrant community. With approximately 11,900 students, Louisiana Tech offers a distinctive educational experience grounded in rigorous academics, experiential learning, innovation, and strong connections to industry and the communities it serves.

Louisiana Tech University is Carnegie classified as a Research 2: High Research Spending and Doctorate Production institution, with established strengths in engineering, science, technology, cybersecurity, advanced materials, business, health and wellness, and other areas of emerging research and innovation. The University is home to more than 135 degree and certificate programs and has a longstanding reputation for preparing graduates to contribute to Louisiana, the nation, and the world.

The Board and University seek a President who will honor Louisiana Tech University's distinctive heritage while boldly positioning the institution for the future. This leader should be visionary and entrepreneurial, with demonstrated academic achievement and senior administrative success. The ideal candidate will be student-centered and committed to fundraising, economic development, and strong community relations. The President should also empower others through transparent communication, collaborative management, and shared governance. Candidates holding an earned doctorate and a background in higher education administration are preferred, though management experience in other fields will also be considered.

The University of Louisiana System is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Louisiana is a Public Records Law State.

State As a Model Employer