The University of California, Irvine (UC Irvine or UCI), one of the nation’s top public research universities, seeks an innovative, strategic, and collaborative leader to serve as Vice Chancellor for Research. This is a unique opportunity to work in close partnership with the senior management group, deans, faculty, staff, and students to propel impactful research at one of the world’s premier research institutions and further elevate a vital resource for Southern California.
UC Irvine’s unyielding commitment to rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, impactful public service, and leadership development makes the campus a driving force for innovation and discovery that serves local, national, and global communities. UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities for the ninth year in a row by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, and innovation.
The Vice Chancellor for Research (VCR) provides leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight to foster an environment for research that facilitates the discovery and dissemination of knowledge in many forms to all levels of society. Reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor, the VCR will provide vision and direction for UC Irvine’s growing research and discovery programs, advance the institution’s standing as an innovative leader, and implement effective strategies to support the research, academic, clinical, and service missions of UC Irvine. In addition, the VCR will forge strong relationships and interactions among the 10 campuses in the University of California system, other leading universities, and with industry, clinical, and governmental partners.
The ideal candidate will be an innovative research leader with experience building collaborative programs across disciplines, heading a large complex research program, and progressive leadership roles in academic or research administration.
UC Irvine has retained Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, to assist with this search. Confidential inquiries, nominations, applications, and additional information about the position and qualifications can be found at this link:
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. The university is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. The university community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
Salary range: UC Irvine is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including, but not limited to, experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The full annual salary range for the Vice Chancellor for Research is $344,200 to $625,300. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers will be commensurate with a final candidate’s qualifications and experience. The annual salary the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $ 344,200 to $460,100.
