Vice President for Research

University of Georgia

University of Georgia

Athens, GA, USA
Posted on Apr 11, 2025

Posting Details

Posting Details
Posting Number F2302P
Working Title Vice President for Research
Department VPR-VP Office Research Admin
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
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Posting Type External
Retirement Plan
Employment Type Employee
Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible
Underutilization
Advertised Salary
Anticipated Start Date 06/01/2025
Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)
Job Posting Date 02/11/2025
Job Closing Date
Open until filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
University of Georgia is conducting a national search with the assistance of Isaacson, Miller, an executive search firm.
Please Submit Applications or Nominations at: https://www.imsearch.com/open-searches/university-georgia/vice-president-research
Location of Vacancy Athens Area
EEO Statement
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USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Details

Position Information
Classification Title Chief Research Officer
FLSA
Faculty Rank Professor
Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.)
Tenure Status Tenured
Minimum Qualifications
Position Summary
As a senior member of the university’s leadership team, you will work to foster a culture of high quality and high-impact research and scholarship. As Vice President for Research, you will report directly to the Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost. Given the importance of this position for the university, you will be expected to employ highly effective and transparent communication with the Offices of the President and Provost and to work closely alongside other vice presidents, deans, center and institute directors, Office of Research leadership team members, and other major campus leaders spanning the disciplines.
Additional Requirements
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Physical Demands
Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes
Does this position require a P-Card? No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No
Is driving a responsibility of this position? No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
  • In consultation with the Office of the Provost, assemble a strong leadership team by appointing one or more associate vice presidents and assistant vice presidents to adapt to expected near future vacancies.
  • Improve staff morale and build trust through improved communications with faculty and staff in the Office of Research and across campus.
  • Engage with deans and other academic leaders to develop and implement unit specific strategies to grow federally funded research to support the University’s goal of growing federally funded research by $100M over the 2021 benchmark.
  • Support faculty and faculty teams in attracting large-scale grants, including training and multiinstitution grants; and provide opportunities for faculty to connect with federal funding agencies, foundations, and potential industry partners; and encourage multidisciplinary projects and support targeted cluster hires.
  • Encourage a culture of creative activity across disciplinary boundaries by establishing pathways for collaboration, high-impact scholarship, and creative activity that align with the University’s strategic goals.
  • Lead research initiatives that will be launched in the coming year(s).
  • Renew and strengthen the infrastructure and capacities of the Office of Research, to ensure effective administrative support services for research; enhance the University’s ability to respond to national and international research priorities; ensure compliance with policies and procedures related to research, commercialization, patent activity, and technology transfer.
  • Champion and advocate UGA research across the state of Georgia, nationally, and internationally, before major funding agencies, state leaders, corporations, foundations, international partners, and other stakeholders.
  • Partner with the Honors College and the Graduate School in supporting undergraduate and graduate students in research.
  • Foster an environment of support for faculty, staff, and students by developing and promoting research support policies, practices, and programs that encourage the recruitment, professional growth, and development of UGA faculty and staff; promote faculty for national and international engagement and nominate distinguished faculty for national and international awards.
  • Provide sound stewardship of available budgets from UGA, UGARF, and UGAF sources.
  • Submit application for, and obtain, Personnel Security Clearance as required for UGA and UGARF to obtain Facility Security Clearance.
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