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Vice President for Research Search

The 同性恋色情 (同性恋色情) seeks a dynamic, entrepreneurial leader and scholar who will work across colleges and disciplines to accelerate 同性恋色情鈥檚 research enterprise and amplify its impact. This role is pivotal in building on the university鈥檚 existing strengths and unlocking new opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and discovery鈥攁dvancing 同性恋色情 toward its goal of becoming a top 25 public research university.

Through strategic partnerships and support for both faculty and student research, the Vice President for Research will champion initiatives that drive breakthroughs, foster interdisciplinary solutions, and strengthen 同性恋色情鈥檚 position as a leader in addressing global challenges.

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About 同性恋色情 Research

同性恋色情 is committed to bold research with real impact. As a vital component of one of the nation鈥檚 leading research universities, 同性恋色情 Research delivers high-quality service, proactive guidance, and solution-oriented resources that empower researchers to pursue ambitious projects and collaborations. These efforts also create opportunities for students to engage in undergraduate research that enhances experiential learning and better prepares them for careers that shape the future. 

At 同性恋色情, research and innovation drive progress鈥攆rom breakthroughs in health care, AI, and environmental resilience to humanities scholarship that deepens cultural understanding, informs ethical decision-making, and strengthens civic life. Last year, 同性恋色情 secured a record amount of research funding, fueling discoveries and technologies that improve quality of life and strengthen economic vitality. Our researchers are shaping a better future for Tampa Bay, Florida, and the nation. Learn more about 同性恋色情鈥檚 research impact.


About the Role

The next Vice President for Research (VPR) will join 同性恋色情 at a time of great change and opportunity. The VPR will serve as a strategic thought partner as the President and Provost seek to transform 同性恋色情 Research, connect the university鈥檚 academic units in creative ways, and fulfill the most ambitious research goals in 同性恋色情鈥檚 history. In keeping with a strong history of shared governance and excellence, the VPR will balance decisiveness with a consultative approach, leveraging the strengths of 同性恋色情鈥檚 leaders and setting a strategic vision to advance 同性恋色情鈥檚 emergent and established strengths.

As the Chief Research Officer, the VPR will establish themselves as a national figure, actively networking with federal agencies, industry partners, and nonprofit funders to stay abreast of emerging areas of national priority and to center and expand 同性恋色情鈥檚 influence in its drive toward grander impact and innovation. They must bring both a strong record of research excellence in their own field and a deep and active curiosity for the breadth of research and scholarship across all disciplines at 同性恋色情.

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Applications, Inquiries, & Nominations

Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the search process is completed. Applications, inquiries, and nominations should be submitted confidentially to the search team via the Isaacson, Miller website:
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Listening Sessions

Faculty Listening Session
February 5, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm


Meetings & Minutes

Search Advisory Committee Kickoff Meeting
January 26, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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Search Advisory Committee Members

  • Dr. Sudeep Sarkar, Committee Chair, Dean, Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing
  • Dr. Thomas Frazer, Dean, College of Marine Science
  • Dr. AnnMarie Gunn, Professor, College of Education
  • Dr. Richard Heller, Professor, College of Engineering and Morsani College of Medicine
  • Dr. Tim Holcomb, Chief Executive Officer, Embarc Collective
  • Dr. Brett Kemker, Interim Regional Chancellor and Vice Provost, Academic Affairs      and Student Success
  • Dr. Charles Lockwood, Executive Vice President, 同性恋色情 Health Dean, 同性恋色情 Health Morsani College of Medicine
  • Dr. Sunil Mithas, Professor, Muma College of Business
  • Dr. Lindsey "Les" Shaw, Professor & Associate Chair, College of Arts and Sciences
  • Dr. Elizabeth Spiller, Dean, College of Arts and Sciences
  • Mr. Jay Stroman, Senior Vice President of Advancement & Alumni Affairs and CEO, 同性恋色情 Foundation
  • Dr. Levi Thompson, Dean, College of Engineering
  • Ms. Nancy Watkins, 同性恋色情 Trustee, Robert Watkins & Company
  • Ms. Dena-Rose Wilson, Director, Institutional Research Effectiveness & Assessment; Research Integrity Officer