Associate Vice President of Research

Overview

Job Summary

The Office of Research is seeking an Associate Vice President (AVP) of Research to lead and advance the university’s research, scholarship, and creative activity (RSCA) enterprise. Reporting to the Vice President for Research and Innovation (VPRI), the AVP serves as the President’s designee for externally sponsored research, ensuring compliance, ethical oversight, and strategic growth of SJSU’s research programs.

The AVP of Research provides strategic direction for campus-wide RSCA initiatives, fosters faculty and student engagement in research, and strengthens partnerships with external organizations, funding agencies, and industry collaborators. This leadership role oversees the Office of Research, manages institutional funds for internal grant opportunities, and serves as the Vice President and Board member of the SJSU Research Foundation.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the university’s designee for all externally sponsored research, scholarship, and creative activity approvals and compliance processes
• Oversee proposal review and approval for grants and contracts, ensuring institutional capacity and compliance
• Provide leadership for university-wide RSCA policy development and implementation, including responsible conduct of research, conflict of interest, and ethical oversight
• Supervise and guide the Senior Director of Research Services, Director of Research Engagement, and other Office of Research personnel
• Lead the RSCA Advisory Council and collaborate with deans, associate deans, and the Center for Faculty Development to promote professional development and innovation
• Partner with federal, state, and industry stakeholders to expand research funding and engagement opportunities
• Oversee SJSU Research Foundation operations and ensure efficient, compliant management of externally sponsored projects
• Develop programs that promote student participation in RSCA and integrate research as a high-impact practice in the academic experience
• Support faculty and student research through intramural grant programs, proposal development, and training

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Compensation

Classification : Administrator IV

Anticipated Hiring Range : $16,667 / month - $18,465 / month

CSU Salary Range : $10,106 / month - $32,441 / month

The final hiring salary will be commensurate with experience.

San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary.

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents :

All applicants must apply within the specified application period : October 6, 2025 through October 20, 2025 . This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.

Contact Information

University Personnel

jobs@sjsu.edu

408-924-2252

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Additional Information

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Equal Employment Statement

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