"Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs"

Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs

Murray State University seeks an innovative Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs to serve as the University’s chief academic officer and partner with President Ron Patterson in advancing academic excellence and student success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide vision and leadership for all areas of Academic Affairs, including six colleges, the School of Nursing & Health Professions, the School of Agriculture, libraries, research centers, and academic support units
• Guide program development, accreditation, and resource alignment
• Lead faculty recruitment, development, and student success initiatives
• Oversee academic budgets, accreditation processes, and compliance
• Partner with deans to launch new professional programs (dental hygiene, veterinary medicine)
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative academic culture

Required Qualifications

• A Terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D., or appropriate terminal degree) from an accredited institution.
• A Scholarly record (peer-reviewed publications/creative activity) commensurate with appointment at the rank of full professor with tenure in an academic department.
• Proven record with a minimum of five years of academic administrative leadership with oversight of program development, accreditation, and budget management
• Strong financial and resource stewardship skills
• Demonstrated success in faculty and student success initiatives

Preferred: Direct experience with professional program accreditation and managing complex academic portfolios

How to Apply

Submit:

• Letter of interest addressing qualifications
• Current CV/resume

Email application packet to MurrayProvost@greenwoodsearch.com

For best consideration: November 7, 2025

Inquiries & nominations:

• Jeremy Duff – jeremyduff@greenwoodsearch.com | 850.869.9986
• Lois Stetson – loisstetson@greenwoodsearch.com | 850.598.3303