Senior Academic Officer Applied Research

Advance applied research and exceptional student learning as KPU’s senior academic officer, connecting polytechnic education with community and workforce relevance.
The Provost and Vice President, Academic reports to the President and Vice Chancellor and leads the broader educational mission. This executive role guides academic programs, services, teaching, innovation, governance, faculty relations, and academic resource planning across KPU’s campuses.

Key Responsibilities:

Connect academic excellence with applied learning and community relevance
Lead Faculties, Schools, teaching, research, innovation, and library services
Renew high-quality programs, curricula, and educational services
Collaborate with Senate on academic priorities and governance
Represent KPU with government, partners, and community organizations
Requirements:
Significant academic leadership as Provost, Vice President, Dean, or equivalent
Comprehensive experience across a senior academic portfolio
Understanding of applied research in teaching-focused polytechnic education
Strong knowledge of pedagogy, educational leadership, and learning technology
Exceptional communication, judgment, integrity, and relationship-building skills
Bring academic credibility and collaborative leadership to applied research, educational innovation, governance, and KPU’s distinctive polytechnic identity.