Job description
The Division of the Vice President for Research at Oklahoma State University (OSU) is seeking outstanding candidates for its next Senior Associate Vice President for research.
The Senior Associate Vice President for Research (SAVPR) at OSU functions as a “number two” to the Vice President for Research (VPR). As such, the SAVPR serves as the senior member of the VPR leadership team which is composed of two additional Associate Vice Presidents and three Assistant Vice Presidents. The SAVPR has delegated authority in most areas to stand in for the VPR when needed, and is often called upon to fill in temporarily when leadership vacancies occur throughout the Research Division. Thus, breadth of knowledge/experience across the Division’s functional areas and deep management skills are critical.
The specific operational portfolio of the next SAVPR is not expected to exactly match that of the most recent incumbent. Rather, the successful candidate will work with the VPR and the VPR leadership team to identify the portfolio components at the intersection of the SAVPR’s interests/skillsets and the functional areas of the Research Division (summarized below). The result will be a dynamic portfolio that allows the SAVPR to create demonstrable positive impact on the OSU research enterprise, while simultaneously broadening the leadership purview…the latter being important both for the SAVPR’s professional development and for being able to truly fill in for the VPR when needed.
OSU Division of Research-Functional Areas
Institutional-Level Research Strategy and Policy
Mid-/Long-Term Initiative Planning
New Policy Development
Policy Updates/Revisions
Faculty-Facing Research Programs
Liaising with Associate Deans for Research
Internal Grants
Startup Packages
Grantsmanship
Student-Facing Research Programs
Management of VPR-Level Programs
Liaising Campuswide in Support of Undergraduate Research
Research Capacity and Competitiveness
NSF EPSCoR
NASA EPSCoR
Grant Writers
Central Research Unit Management
Institution-Level Institutes
Core Facilities (Animal Resources, Microscopy, etc.)
Central Sponsored Programs Administration
Coordinating OSU Decentralized Sponsored Programs Infrastructure
Contract/Agreement Management
Public-Facing Outreach and Communications
Publications
Outreach Events and Platforms
Federal Relations
Liaising with Delegation/Staff
Lobbyist Management
Research-Based Economic Development
Technology Commercialization
Technology Acceleration
Research Park Management
Research Cyberinfrastructure
High Performance Computing Center
Regional Supercomputer
Research Integrity
Research Integrity Officer
Management of Research Misconduct Allegations/Investigations
Responsible Conduct of Research
Research Compliance
Full Spectrum of Compliance Domains (IRB, IACUC, Biosafety, etc.)
Research Security
Federally-Compliant Research Security Program (as per NSPM-33)
Insider Threat Program
Security Clearance Management
Controlled Unclassified Information Management
Export Controls
THE UNIVERSITY: Oklahoma State University (OSU) is a land-grant institution, with a rich history of institutional success and growth. Classified as a Carnegie R1 (Very High Research Activity) university, its leaders advancing the institution further by supporting excellence across the tripartite mission of student instruction, ground-breaking research, and extending the university’s knowledge and expertise to the communities we serve.
OSU has graduated more than 264,000 students who serve the state of Oklahoma, the nation and the world. It is a multi-campus university, with over 200 master’s, doctoral and graduate certificate programs offered in Stillwater, at the OSU-Tulsa campus, and online. The graduate student population has been steadily rising over the past few years; and is about 5,000, with students from 47 states and 115 countries.
The OSU campus and the city of Stillwater are known for being welcoming, respectful and genuine. A mid-size city, Stillwater is a one-hour drive to the metropolitan areas of Oklahoma City and Tulsa, both of which are home to international airports, vibrant art and performance venues and professional sports teams. Stillwater is education-focused and boasts one of the top public-school districts in the state. Additionally, the dependents of OSU employees receive four years of free tuition.
SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications.
BEGINNING DATE: As soon as possible following acceptance of position
How to apply
Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.”
