Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs

Posting Number : 20260011EX

Job Title :

Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs

Number of Vacancies :

About Murray State :

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits :

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment :

Equal Opportunity Employer / AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Type of Employment : Regular Full-Time

Work Location : Murray, KY

Employment Term : 12 Months

Position Type :

Faculty (Tenure-Track)

Department : President's Office

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities :

Murray State University seeks an innovative Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs to serve as the University’s chief academic officer and partner with President Ron Patterson in advancing academic excellence and student success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide vision and leadership for all areas of Academic Affairs, including six colleges, the School of Nursing & Health Professions, the School of Agriculture, libraries, research centers, and academic support units
• Guide program development, accreditation, and resource alignment
• Lead faculty recruitment, development, and student success initiatives
• Oversee academic budgets, accreditation processes, and compliance
• Partner with deans to launch new professional programs (dental hygiene, veterinary medicine)
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative academic culture

Minimum Education Requirements :

A Terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D., or appropriate terminal degree) from an accredited institution.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements :

Preferred Education and / or Experience Qualifications :

Direct experience with professional program accreditation and managing complex academic portfolios.

Staff Grade : Ungraded

Posting Date : 10 / 03 / 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Greenwood Asher & Associates is assisting Murray State University in this search. Applications and nominations are now being accepted. Inquiries and nominations should be directed towards Jeremy Duff and Lois Stetson with Greenwood Asher & Associates.

Jeremy Duff Vice President of Executive Search 850.869.9986 jeremyduff@greenwoodsearch.com

Lois Stetson Senior Executive Search Consultant (850)-598-3303 loisstetson@greenwoodsearch.com

How to Apply Application materials should include :

Please submit full application packets (cover letter and CV / resume) to MurrayProvost@greenwoodsearch.com . For best consideration, please submit materials by November 7th, 2025.

Additional information about this opportunity and Murray State University can be found at https : / / www.greenwoodsearch.com / current-opportunities / provost-vice-president-of-academic-affairs-murray-state-university.