Professor and Provost and Executive Vice President

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The Opportunity:

The University of Central Florida (UCF) is on a mission to invent the future of higher education. As a bold actiondriven and ambitious institution UCF is redefining what it means to be a preeminent public research university unleashing the full potential of our students faculty and partners to drive discovery innovation and impact.

UCF invites applications nominations and expressions of interest for the position of Provost and Executive Vice President (Provost & EVP). Reporting directly to the President the Provost & EVP serves as UCFs Chief Academic Officer and is a key leader in advancing the universitys strategic vision to grow as Floridas Premier Engineering and Technology University and one of the nations most dynamic and innovative institutions. In addition they will be a key leader in Floridas higher education system which has been ranked #1 by U.S. News and World Report for eight consecutive years.

At UCF we dont follow the status quo we push boundaries take calculated risks and turn bold ideas into reality. Our nearly 2000 faculty make that possible.

The Provost & EVP is a scholar and visionary leader who will champion academic priorities foster a culture of excellence and innovation elevate student success alongside faculty achievement expand access to opportunity and propel UCFs impact as a toptier public research university.

This is an extraordinary opportunity to shape the trajectory of a highimpact highmomentum university at a pivotal moment in its evolution. UCFs Unleashing Potential Strategic Plan outlines a commitment to excellence impact and innovation and a framework for UCF to expand its leadership in engineering technology health sciences and space research while continuing to drive student success interdisciplinary collaboration and economic prosperity for the state and beyond. The State of Florida has invested more than $75 million in recurring funds over the past three years to enable us to achieve our vision of broadbased prosperity and a stronger state economy through education and research rooted in engineering and technology across all disciplines.

The Provost & EVP will work collaboratively with the President Deans and faculty to reimagine academic programs prioritize interdisciplinary collaboration and invest in talent and infrastructure to accelerate UCFs ascent. This leader will be responsible for strategic resource allocation to drive academic innovation and excellence ensuring UCF remains a highly desired destination for students faculty and researchers who dare to believe in whats possible.

Additionally the Provost & EVP will serve as a key partner in advancing research faculty scholarship and external engagement positioning UCF as a driving force in Floridas economic and technological landscape. This leader will also be responsible for oversight of academic policy development compliance and accreditation standards ensuring institutional integrity and regulatory alignment.

The Provost & EVP will oversee the academic development of UCFs Academic Health Sciences Center and the College of Medicine at Lake Nona and will also lead the growth and development of UCF Downtown the Rosen College of Hospitality Management and university programs across the region to strengthen their alignment with industry clusters and community needs. This leader will also serve as a publicfacing representative of UCF engaging with government leaders industry partners alumni donors and other key stakeholders and sharing responsibility with the President for representing UCFs academic enterprise to external audiences.

Through a commitment to faculty development and shared governance and a relentless drive for academic excellence the next Provost & EVP will be instrumental in leading UCF into the future one defined by breakthroughs bold leadership and unstoppable momentum.

Responsibilities:

The Provost & EVP will provide strategic leadership and oversight of the universitys academic enterprise guiding policy practice and culture to achieve UCFs bold ambitions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Champion Academic Excellence: Lead the development and implementation of cuttingedge programs across all disciplines at the university that leverage the universitys strengths in engineering and technology.

• Recruit and Retain WorldClass Faculty: Attract and support outstanding faculty who will advance research teaching and public engagement.

• Enhance Student Success and Workforce Readiness: Continue UCFs leadership in student success by developing innovative strategies that increase retention graduation rates and career placement.

• Drive Research and Innovation: Support the advancement of UCFs research enterprise by expanding interdisciplinary research collaborations securing funding for major initiatives and strengthening industry and government partnerships.

• Strengthening Industry and Government Partnerships: Leverage UCFs position in the state and national innovation ecosystem to deepen relationships with corporate government and community stakeholders.

• Support Faculty Development and Shared Governance: Work closely with Faculty Senate and academic leadership to promote shared governance faculty career development and academic freedom.

• Optimize Academic Resource Allocation: Ensure strategic alignment of resources across the universitys budget to support academic programs faculty hiring and research priorities.

• Advance Digital Transformation in Higher Education: Lead the modernization of academic and business processes to enhance efficiency and innovation in teaching research and student support.

• Foster a Culture of Engagement: Support a campus culture that values community civil discourse and meaningful experiences for all UCF faculty students and staff.

• Accelerate Revenue Diversification: Champion efforts in fundraising alumni relations partnerships and new revenuegenerating initiatives.

• Oversee Policy Compliance and Accreditation: Guide academic policymaking ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain accreditation standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

An earned terminal degree from an accredited institution. A record of distinguished scholarship and teaching that merits appointment as a tenured professor.

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will be an accomplished academic leader with the vision experience and drive to propel UCF forward as we seek to grow as Floridas Premier Engineering and Technology University.

• Significant academic leadership experience at a researchintensive university.

• Demonstrated success in strategic planning resource allocation faculty engagement and budget management.

• A strong record of advancing student success and access to opportunity.

• Demonstrated experience in philanthropic activities and alumni and public engagement.

• Experience leading interdisciplinary and crosssector partnerships.

• A track record of forging partnerships with government agencies private industry and research organizations.

• Proven ability to effectively advocate for academic priorities with state and national policymakers.

Additional Application Materials Required:

UCF has retained SP&A Executive Search a national executive search firm to assist in this search. To apply applicants must submit a current curriculum vitae and letter of interest describing relevant experience directly to:

Alberto Pimentel Managing Partner

Sal Venegas Jr. Partner

Matthew Herrera Senior Associate

Email:

Refer to code UCFPEVPAA in the subject line

This contact information may also be used for more details including the full position profile and to submit inquiries nominations and referrals.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and as applicable U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.

*Do not apply for this position on this site. Applications submitted here will not be reviewed.*

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

None

Job Close Date:

April 21 2025 at 12:00am EST

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential

As a nextgeneration public research university and Forbesranked top employer in Florida we are a community of thinkers doers creators innovators healers and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is when you join Knight Nation youll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. Youll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty staff and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow youll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and youll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:

• Benefit packages including Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Flexible Spending and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance
• Flexible work environment
• And moreFor more benefits information view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting it is UCFs expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35 prior to offering employment to certain individuals in researchrelated positions UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S. or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education employment or training in China Cuba Iran Russia North Korea Syria or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to researchrelated positions including but not limited to faculty graduate positions individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds postdoctoral positions undergraduate positions visiting assistant professors and visiting research associates.

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