VP of Research & Sponsored Programs

Central Michigan University; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant, MI, seeks a Vice President for Research and Sponsored Programs to lead CMU's research enterprise, set strategy, and oversee compliance and partnerships.

The role requires a doctorate, proven leadership in research administration, and success in securing external funding; you will supervise staff and collaborate with faculty across disciplines to grow sponsored programs.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or equivalent with an academic record sufficient to be granted advanced rank and tenure.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to advance CMU’s research and sponsored programs portfolio.
• Oversee compliance programs including human subjects research, animal research, biosafety, and export controls.
• Build collaborations with public and private sector organizations to expand funded research and partnerships.

Skills

Leadership experience

Scholarship/research record

External funding experience

Communication skills

Staff supervision

Collaboration with external partners

Education

Doctorate or equivalent

Job description

Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant, MI, seeks a Vice President for Research and Sponsored Programs to lead CMU's research enterprise, set strategy, and oversee compliance and partnerships.

The role requires a doctorate, proven leadership in research administration, and success in securing external funding; you will supervise staff and collaborate with faculty across disciplines to grow sponsored programs.