Strategist

Lyon College•Cabot, AR

2d•$35 - $40

About The Position

The Part-Time Strategist serves as a senior advisory and relationship-building resource within the Dean’s Office of the Lyon College School of Veterinary Medicine. This role supports the Dean’s strategic priorities by cultivating and managing high-level relationships across the veterinary profession, animal health and biomedical industries, governmental and legislative stakeholders, and other external partners. The Strategist provides insight, guidance, and coordination to advance the School’s mission, visibility, and long-term impact. This position plays a critical role in shaping the external relationships and strategic trajectory of LCSVM, ensuring strong alignment with the veterinary profession, industry partners, and public stakeholders while advancing the School’s mission and long-term success.

Requirements

Significant professional experience in veterinary medicine, animal health, higher education leadership, public policy, industry relations, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated success in relationship-building with senior leaders, industry partners, professional organizations, and/or government stakeholders.
Strong strategic thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage sensitive or confidential matters with discretion.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with veterinary education, academic medicine, or health-related policy environments.
Experience working with legislative or regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities

Strategic Partnerships and External Relations
Build and maintain strong relationships with leaders and organizations within the veterinary profession, including academic institutions, professional associations, and clinical partners.
Engage with animal health, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and related industries to explore opportunities for collaboration, sponsorship, workforce development, and innovation.
Serve as a liaison between the School of Veterinary Medicine and external stakeholders to align shared interests and strategic goals.
Government and Legislative Engagement
Support outreach and relationship-building with local, state, and federal legislative and regulatory stakeholders relevant to veterinary medicine, animal health, education, and research.
Monitor legislative and policy developments affecting veterinary education and the profession; advise the Dean’s Office on implications and opportunities.
Assist in preparing briefing materials, talking points, and strategic messaging for meetings with policymakers and public officials.
Strategic Advising and Representation
Advise the Dean and senior leadership on strategic initiatives, emerging trends, and external opportunities impacting veterinary medicine and animal health.
Contribute to long-range planning efforts, special projects, and cross-institutional initiatives as assigned by the Dean.
Support the School’s positioning and reputation through thoughtful engagement, messaging, and partnership strategy.
Collaboration and Engagement
Represent the Dean’s Office and the School of Veterinary Medicine at select professional meetings, industry events, and stakeholder forums, as appropriate.
Collaborate with internal teams including advancement, communications, academic leadership, research, and clinical partners to ensure coordinated and effective external engagement.