The Georgia Institute of Technology seeks an experienced research administrator to serve as the next Associate Vice President for Research Administration.
The Georgia Institute of Technology (“Georgia Tech”, “The Institute” or “Institute”) is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 50,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech’s faculty attracted $1.37 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation’s top 20 universities for research and development spending, and No. 1 among institutions without a medical school.
An international leader in managing the global transition from an industrial economy to an information economy, Georgia Tech is a leading research performer. As a top R1 research university, Georgia Tech is shaping the future of basic and applied research by pursuing creative solutions to the world’s most pressing problems. Teams from all seven Georgia Tech colleges, nine interdisciplinary research institutes, the Georgia Tech Research Institute, the Enterprise Innovation Institute, and hundreds of research labs and centers, work side by side to transform ideas into tangible results for their partners in federal and state agencies, companies, and private organizations. The Institute contributed $5.3 billion in direct economic impact to the state of Georgia in FY 2023 (the highest of any university in the state), driving innovation and progress at regional, national, and international levels. The Institute is the anchor tenant of Coda, a first-of-its-kind, mixed-use facility in the heart of Tech Square, a 21 story building dedicated to computational and data science research with both university and corporate tenants and a commercially managed high-performance data center; led a public-private partnership to develop Science Square Labs, an advanced commercial facility to support research and innovation in biotechnology and the life sciences.
The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the applied research division of the Georgia Institute of Technology. Founded in 1934 as the Engineering Experiment Station, GTRI has grown to more than 2,900 employees, supporting eight laboratories in over 20 locations around the country, and conducting more than $940 million of problem-solving research annually for government and industry. GTRI’s renowned researchers combine science, engineering, economics, policy, and technical expertise to solve complex problems for the U.S. federal government, state, and industry.
The new AVP-RA will play a vital role in supporting the growing research enterprise at Georgia Tech that aligns with the Institute’s strategic plan and its recently released four Big Bets. This growth is expected to further distinguish Georgia Tech as a place of world-class excellence with a strong commitment to compliance and research security. Likewise, through entrepreneurship, innovation, and multi-stakeholder partnerships, Georgia Tech will significantly amplify its impact on the people of Atlanta, the State of Georgia, and the nation. The next AVP-RA will further develop and strengthen the Sponsored Programs infrastructure required to support a $1.37 billion enterprise that continues to grow at a rapid pace. They must also cultivate and grow partnerships with the stakeholders across campus to ensure researchers have access to the support and resources they need.
This role requires a deep and broad understanding of research administration. The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience in relationship-building, spoken and written communications, prioritizing, negotiating, and influencing. In addition, effective interpersonal, strategic planning, management, and general administration skills are required. They will be a proactive decision-maker, problem-solver, and collaborative diplomat. A master’s degree or equivalent education and experience is required.
All applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the leadership profile which can be found here.
WittKieffer is assisting Georgia Tech in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by February 7, 2025. Applications, nominations, and inquiries can be directed to Lauren Bruce-Stets and Natalie Song at GeorgiaTechAVP-RA@wittkieffer.com
The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.
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