Associate Vice Provost for Research Administration

Illinois Institute of Technology • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Located in the heart of Chicago, Illinois Tech is a Carnegie R2 university recognized for its strengths in applied research, innovation, and community impact. With a growing research ecosystem that includes federally funded centers, industry consortia, and interdisciplinary institutes, the university is a leader in fields such as energy, health, AI, cybersecurity, food safety, quantum science, and advanced manufacturing. Illinois Tech's urban location offers unique advantages. The university is within close proximity to Argonne National Laboratory, Fermilab, and corporate R&D hubs in pharmaceuticals, engineering, and finance. The city also hosts a thriving startup and tech incubator ecosystem that enhances opportunities for public-private partnerships, technology transfer, and collaborative innovation. The Office of Research supports the work of more than 200 research-active faculty, ensuring compliance, enabling access to resources, and fostering external collaboration. The AVP will be a key leader in advancing Illinois Tech's mission through operational excellence and strategic foresight in research administration. Illinois Institute of Technology (Illinois Tech), a nationally ranked, private, technology-focused research university in Chicago, invites applications for the position of Associate Vice Provost (AVP) for Research Administration. This senior leadership role is a cornerstone of the university's strategy to strengthen and streamline research support services in alignment with Illinois Tech's growing sponsored research activity. Reporting directly to the Vice Provost for Research, the AVP will provide institutional leadership over the full lifecycle of sponsored research administration, from proposal development to award closeout. Leading a unified and service-oriented team that includes Pre-Award Services, Post-Award Services and Compliance, and Research Administration Services, the AVP will play a pivotal role in shaping administrative systems and policies, strengthening compliance, and fostering a highly service-oriented culture that empowers faculty and enhances Illinois Tech's national research profile.

Requirements

• Experience in research administration at a senior leadership level.
• Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements in research funding.
• Proven ability to lead and manage teams effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a higher education environment.
• Familiarity with federal and state research funding agencies.
• Background in applied research or technology transfer.

Responsibilities

• Provide institutional leadership over the full lifecycle of sponsored research administration, from proposal development to award closeout.
• Lead a unified and service-oriented team that includes Pre-Award Services, Post-Award Services and Compliance, and Research Administration Services.
• Shape administrative systems and policies to strengthen compliance.
• Foster a highly service-oriented culture that empowers faculty and enhances Illinois Tech's national research profile.
• Coordinate the integrated efforts of the three sponsored programs offices (Pre-Award, Post-Award, Research Admin Services).
• Work closely with other divisions to support the university's sponsored research enterprise.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Access to a vibrant research community and resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services