Morgan State University - Vice President for Research and Economic

INSTITUTION: Morgan State University DEPARTMENT: NA POSITION: Vice President for Research and Economic Development (VPR&ED) LINK: NOTES: Morgan State University, a Carnegie classified Doctoral/Research University located in northeast Baltimore, invites inquiries, nominations and applications for the position of Vice President for Research and Economic Development (VPR&ED). As founding Vice President of the Office of Research and Economic Development and as a member of the President’s cabinet, the incumbent will report directly to the President. Internal to MSU the VPR&ED will be tasked with exhibiting leadership in the formulation and implementation of a compelling shared vision and strategic plan to advance research and economic development. Beyond the campus, he/she will be a leading advocate in addressing local, state, and national issues of compelling interest to the larger research community. The VPR&ED will assume responsibility for addressing the second goal, of the MSU Strategic Plan for 2011-2021 (www.morgan.edu/Documents/ABOUT/StrategicPlan2011-2021_Final.pdf), entitled "Enhancing Morgan's Status as a Doctoral Research University." Founded in 1867, Morgan State University, known for its excellence in teaching, research, effective public service, and community engagement, is one of four public doctoral/research institutions in Maryland. Among traditional colleges and universities, it awards the largest number of bachelor's degrees to African Americans in the State of Maryland; and it has received more Fulbright Scholarships than any other HBCU in the nation. Major requirements of the VPR&ED position are strong communication skills, demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other administrative units, and a commitment to assisting faculty in the advancement of their research. The successful candidate will (i) possess a deep intellectual curiosity, (ii) an understanding of and appreciation for the breadth of faculty research activities at a research university, (iii) an informed perspective on issues such as technology transfer and intellectual property, and (iv) a proven record of accomplishment in a research leadership position in academia, industrial, and/or the governmental R&D sectors. Additionally, the candidate will display leadership skills and experience gained through management of major scientific/technical programs, development of significant research based capital projects, and/or directing a research related institute or center of excellence. The Search Committee will accept confidential applications and nominations until the position is filled. Candidate screening will begin immediately. For best consideration, applications and nominations should be provided by April 16, 2012. An application should include a letter describing relevant experiences and interest in the position; a resume; and the names of five references with titles, addresses, business and home telephone numbers and email addresses. The submission of materials as MS Word attachments is strongly encouraged. Individuals who wish to nominate a candidate should submit a letter of nomination, including the name, position, address and telephone number and email address of the nominee. Greenwood/Asher & Associates, an executive search firm, is assisting the University in the search. Applications and letters of nominations should be submitted to: