Opportunity Details
Our client is seeking a Vice President for Research to serve as the Chief Research Officer for the University. Reporting to the Provost and Chief Academic Officer, the VPR will lead the Division of Research and Sponsored Programs, guiding institutional strategic planning for research and sponsored program development. Responsibilities include promoting research among faculty and students, seeking new sources of funding, ensuring ethical research conduct, and fostering industry collaboration.
Founded in 1867, Howard University is a historically black university located in Washington, D.C. The university consists of 13 schools and colleges offering 58 degree programs and 181 majors. The AESC member firm, a global higher education executive search firm, has been selected to lead the search for the next Vice President for Research at Howard University. The firm specializes in identifying and attracting leaders in research, science, engineering, academic medicine, and healthcare enterprises, conducting executive searches for universities, research institutes, and academic medical centers worldwide.