Assistant Vice President for Operations

6 days ago

Arlington, Virginia, United States University of Texas at Arlington Full time
Posting Number S05426P
Position Title Assistant Vice President for Operations
Department Vice President for Research
Location Arlington
Job Family Research
Position Status Full-time
Work Hours Standard
Work Schedule

Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.

Open to External and Internal
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Duration Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis Monthly
Benefits Eligible Yes
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University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities.

UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work.

The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars.

With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System.

As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution.

UTA ranks No.

4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets:
Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, UTA is designated by the U.S.

Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S.

News & World Report, Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future.

The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Job Summary

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) invites applications for an Assistant Vice President for Operations to report to Vice President for Research and Innovation (VPRI), Kate C Miller, Ph.

D. Dr.

Miller is now experiencing a significant expansion thanks in part to substantial new investments on the part of the State of Texas.

For the role of Assistant Vice President for Operations, Dr.

Miller seeks a strategic advisor who also has strong capacity to coordinate and facilitate a range of initiatives and projects that engage university stakeholders as well as external partners on her behalf.

This role offers the opportunity to works closely with other senior leaders to help to shape and drive research and innovation at UTA and to make a lasting impact on the advancement of knowledge and innovation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor and confidante to the Vice President of Research and Innovation, providing counsel on a wide range of strategic and operational matters.

Assist the Vice President of Research and Innovation in prioritizing incoming requests, issues, and decision making to make the best and most efficient use of time in pursuit of UTA's strategic goals.

Coordinate and facilitate key initiatives, projects, and events on behalf of the VPRI, collaborating with stakeholders across the university and external partners.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, donors, sponsors, and community leaders.

Support the Vice President of Research and Innovation in planning, resourcing, implementing, and monitoring strategic initiatives to advance the university's research priorities and goals.

Provide guidance on administrative matters, including budgeting, finance, human resources, and operations within the Office of the Vice President of Research and Innovation.

Serve as a liaison between the Office of the Vice President of Research and Innovation and other units within the university, especially the Offices of the President, Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations, and the Deans of Academic Colleges to ensure effective coordination and communication.

Conduct research, analysis, and reporting on topics of interest to the VPRI, preparing briefings, presentations, and other materials as needed.

Performs other duties assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
Demonstrated experience as a chief of staff, deputy, or senior advisor to an executive.
Previous supervisory experience
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree
Five years of demonstrated experience as a chief of staff, deputy, or senior advisor to an executive.

Previous experience working in higher education and large research universities, in academic administration, and/or research administration, including innovation and entrepreneurship.

Track record of increased responsibilities.
Track record of success in budget and project management.

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