East Carolina University · 2 months ago
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Research Strategy
Greenville, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$149K/yr - $185K/yr
7+ years expEast Carolina University is a newly designated R1 research institution that drives public impact through the generation and application of knowledge. The Assistant Vice Chancellor for Research Strategy supports senior leadership in achieving a comprehensive and strategic vision for the research enterprise, focusing on resource allocation, relationship building, and fostering an environment for research excellence.
Responsibilities
Supports senior REDE leadership in achieving a comprehensive and strategic vision for the research enterprise at East Carolina University and undertakes assignments as directed by senior REDE leadership
Assists with and implements the allocation of resources, establishing infrastructure, coordinating activities, and building relationships required to stimulate sponsored programs activity across East Carolina University
Research-related programs and activities that support ECU’s strategic plan for research and innovation, including developing clearly articulated goals, developing and implementing strategic approaches to meeting goals, and fostering an environment that enables faculty, staff and students to achieve the highest level of research excellence and impact
Championing translational research initiatives that bridge academic inquiry with real-world application
Strategic research development including leading university-wide initiatives to identify and pursue funding opportunities from federal, state, foundation, and industry sources
Serving as a key liaison to faculty across colleges and schools, promoting a culture of research excellence and collaboration
Providing mentorship and professional development opportunities for faculty at all career stages to enhance grant competitiveness
Developing and implementing programs to support development of competitive extramural proposals including through large-scale, interdisciplinary and center or institute grant submissions
Work collaboratively with colleges and departments within Academic Affairs to establish, implement, and monitor progress on strategic goals for research and grant opportunities
Serve as the chief liaison for REDE with associate deans for research
Work closely with the Office of Sponsored Programs, Office of Research Integrity and Compliance, and other REDE units to ensure efficient and compliant research administration
Contribute to the development of institutional policies and procedures that support ethical and effective research practices
Oversee the Office of Undergraduate Research and Office of Postdoctoral Affairs
Represent REDE as requested by senior REDE leadership on designated boards, task forces, university & UNC system committees and external committees
Provide effective communication of REDE’s programs, policies and initiatives to broad internal and external constituencies
Represent the university with national and international research and educational agencies and research communities
Develop relationships with and serve as a liaison to other institutions with complementary research enterprises
Coordinate limited submission opportunities and internal seed funding programs
Facilitate partnerships between ECU researchers and external stakeholders including in industry, government, and community-based organizations
Contribute to the development of institutional policies and procedures that support ethical and effective research practices
Ensure the overall monitoring and success of assigned functions and for integrating these activities with other campus units
Qualification
Required
PhD degree or equivalent
At least 7 years of experience in a faculty position in higher education
At least 2 years of experience in university leadership at the level of director or assistant dean, or equivalent
Demonstrated track record of scholarly research, external funding in support of research, and engagement with external partners
Demonstrated creative cognitive, writing, oral and interpersonal communication skills
Preferred
Policy development and implementation capabilities
Documented ability to work collaboratively and effectively with senior leadership, administrators, faculty, and staff
Company
East Carolina University
Throughout our history, the broad missions of teaching, research, and service have helped to guide the university and will continue to do so.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bill Clark
President & CEO
Eric Houston
Deputy Chief Information Officer (CIO)
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