Provost & Executive Vice President, Academic Affairs

Provost & Executive Vice President, Academic AffairsAbout the Company Renowned public research university IndustryHigher Education TypeEducational Institution Founded1957 Employees5001-10,000 Categories EducationColleges & UniversitiesGeorge Mason UniversityServicesTraining Specialties offering 200 degree programs and including many innovative interdisciplinary programs that allow students to design personalized courses of study with faculty guidance. About the Role The Company is seeking a Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs to serve as its chief academic officer and a key member of the senior leadership team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the comprehensive oversight of the company's academic, research, and public engagement enterprises, with a focus on advancing the institution's mission, vision, and commitments. This role requires a leader who can foster academic and faculty excellence, enhance student access and success, and guide the expansion of the research enterprise. Financial stewardship, including managing academic resources and ensuring long-term fiscal health, is central to the position. The Provost and Executive Vice President will also be expected to cultivate an inclusive and collaborative institutional culture, work with internal and external partners to address challenges, and support the company's advancement efforts. Applicants for the Provost and Executive Vice President position at the company should have a proven track record in academic leadership, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, innovation, and values-based leadership. The role demands a candidate who can navigate the complexities of a diverse academic environment, including close collaboration with the President, Board of Visitors, deans, faculty, staff, students, and external constituencies. A deep understanding of the academic and research landscape, as well as experience in fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration and managing in a volatile funding environment, is essential. The ideal candidate will be a champion for student and faculty success, with a commitment to shared governance, cooperation, and continuous improvement. Financial acumen and the ability to address revenue pressures while ensuring the institution's long-term fiscal health are also key requirements. Hiring Manager TitlePresident Travel PercentLess than 10% Functions Education/Academic Administration

Created: 2026-03-06