Provost & Vice President Academic Affairs

Position: Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs

Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs

Job Title:

Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs

Number Of Vacancies: 1

Posting Number: EX

Location:

Murray, KY

Type Of Employment:
Regular Full-Time

Employment Term: 12 Months

Position Type:
Faculty (Tenure-Track)

Department:
President's Office

Summary Of

Job Duties And Responsibilities

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

Minimum Education Requirements

A terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D., or appropriate terminal degree) from an accredited institution.

Minimum Experience And Skill Requirements

• A scholarly record commensurate with appointment at the rank of full professor with tenure in an academic department.
• Proven record of having 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 Education And/or Experience Qualifications

Direct experience with professional program accreditation and managing complex academic portfolios.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Murray State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave.

How To Apply

• A letter of interest that clearly states the applicant’s qualifications for the position.
• A current curriculum vitae/resume.

Please submit full application packets (cover letter and CV/resume) to lo. For best consideration, please submit materials by November 7th, 2025.

Contact Information

Jeremy Duff – Vice President of Executive Search –  – j

Lois Stetson – Senior Executive Search Consultant –  – lo

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