Inside Higher Ed
Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs
Inside Higher Ed, Murray, Kentucky, United States, 42071
Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs
Job Title: Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs
Number Of Vacancies: 1
Posting Number: 20260011EX
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
loisstetson@greenwoodsearch.com . For best consideration, please submit materials by November 7th, 2025.
Contact Information Jeremy Duff – Vice President of Executive Search – 850-869-9986 – jeremyduff@greenwoodsearch.com
Lois Stetson – Senior Executive Search Consultant – (850)-598-3303 – loisstetson@greenwoodsearch.com
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Number Of Vacancies: 1
Posting Number: 20260011EX
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
loisstetson@greenwoodsearch.com . For best consideration, please submit materials by November 7th, 2025.
Contact Information Jeremy Duff – Vice President of Executive Search – 850-869-9986 – jeremyduff@greenwoodsearch.com
Lois Stetson – Senior Executive Search Consultant – (850)-598-3303 – loisstetson@greenwoodsearch.com
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