Executive Leadership Search
Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost
The University of Texas at Dallas is conducting a national search for its next vice president for academic affairs and provost — a pivotal leadership position that will shape the future of academic growth and faculty initiatives at one of the nation’s fastest-growing research institutions.
The Office of the Provost requires an inspiring and strategic leader to partner with President Prabhas V. Moghe and his cabinet and executive leadership team to advance UT Dallas’ mission through academic excellence.
About the Role
The vice president for academic affairs and provost will:
- Lead the development and execution of the university’s academic and research vision, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and vision.
- Oversee hiring, tenure, and promotion processes with a focus on attracting and retaining top-tier research faculty. Supports professional development and mentorship programs.
- Ensure the quality and growth of academic programs, including advanced scholarship and research productivity.
- Manage academic budgets with a focus on strategic and faculty initiatives.
- Maintain academic standards and oversees accreditation processes. Develops and enforces policies related to academic integrity, curriculum, and scholarly conduct.
As the university’s chief academic officer, the provost will play a critical role in supporting UT Dallas’ strategic goals — from encouraging excellence in all academic programs to developing strategies that increase student success.
Why UT Dallas?
UT Dallas is a dynamic, top-tier research university located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Our campus is committed to hiring the best instructors and holding them to the highest standards as we look to grow our commitment to student success, academic excellence and community partnerships.
Search Process & Community Involvement
A search advisory committee has been assembled to guide this important process. We are committed to transparency and community engagement throughout the search. Input from faculty, staff, alumni, and friends of the University will help shape the position profile and evaluation criteria.
Search Advisory Committee
Chair
Dr. Hasan Pirkul
Dean of the Naveen Jindal School of Management
Caruth Chair
Naveen Jindal School of Management
Giana Abraham
Student Government President
Junior, majoring in Neuroscience and Psychology with a minor in Political Science
School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences
Dr. Gregory Dussor
Professor and Department Head of Neuroscience
James Bartlett Chair in Behavioral and Brain Sciences
School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences
Dr. Jennifer Holmes
Dean of the School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences
Lloyd V. Berkner Professor
School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences
Dr. Michael Kesden
Professor of Physics
School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Dr. Sarah Moore
Associate Professor of Instruction, Organizations, Strategy and International Management
Naveen Jindal School of Management
Dr. Sriraam Natarajan
Professor of Computer Science
Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science
Heather Oltmann
Staff Council President
Administrative Services Officer, Biological Sciences
School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Dr. Joseph Pancrazio
Vice President for Research and Innovation
Office of Research and Innovation
Devarsh Pathak
Graduate Student Assembly President
Masters in Computer Science
Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science
Dr. Amanda Smith
Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
Division of Student Affairs
Dr. Michael Thomas
Director of the Edith O’Donnell Institute of Art History
Professor of Arts and Humanities
Richard R. Brettell Distinguished University Chair
Harry W. Bass Jr. School of Arts, Humanities, and Technology
Orkun Toros
Vice President for Budget and Finance
Office of Budget and Finance
Dr. Walter Voit BS’05, MS’06
Director, Center for Engineering Innovation
Associate Professor of Materials Science and Engineering
Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science
Search Timeline
- October: Discovery phase begins and the position description is distributed.
- November: Search commences and the application window opens.
- December-January: Interviews are held.
- February-March: Finalists are identified and the search moves toward close.
Nominations & Interest
WittKieffer has been selected to conduct a nationwide search for the next vice president for academic affairs and provost at UT Dallas and will do so in close partnership with the President and search advisory committee.
Prospective candidates may submit their application materials and nominators may make nominations by emailing our search partner, WittKieffer.
Feedback Form
We welcome your input in identifying outstanding candidates and shaping the future of the Office of the Provost at UT Dallas. Please use the form to provide confidential feedback to the search advisory committee.
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