Location: Oakland
Job ID: 32280
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UC OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
At the University of California (UC), your contributions make a difference. A world leader producing Nobel and Pulitzer prize recipients with over 150 years of groundbreaking research transforming the world. Choose a career where you can leverage your knowledge, skills and aspirations to inspire and support some of the greatest minds in the world, and those who will follow in their footsteps. Working at the University of California is being part of a unique institution, and a vibrant and diverse community. At the University of California, Office of the President, we propel our mission through impactful work locally, in government centers and systemwide. We are passionate people, serving the greater good.
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DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
The Office of Research and Innovation (R&I) is housed within the Division of Academic Affairs at the University of California, Office of the President (UCOP). R&I leads a thriving systemwide innovation ecosystem with a mission to advance the frontiers of new knowledge and translate this transformative research for equitable societal benefit. To that end, R&I brings together expertise and resources from the "whole of UC," that is, from across the 10 campuses, 3 UC-affiliated national labs, Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) Division, Natural Reserve System (NRS), and UC Health. In addition, R&I draws on experts from across the UC system, the State of California, and beyond to plan and implement critical, large-scale research and innovation initiatives and programs, such as those related to climate change and global pandemics. R&I works closely with UC systemwide stakeholders, such as the Council of Vice Chancellors for Research and the systemwide Academic Senate.
R&I is led by the Vice President for Research and Innovation (VPRI). It is organized into four units: the Research Grants Program Office (RGPO), the Natural Reserve System (NRS), Innovation Transfer and Entrepreneurship (ITE), and Research Policy, Analysis and Coordination (RPAC). Together, the R&I units serve in the following roles: administrators of major research grants programs on behalf of California and UC; intellectual and operational stewards of an extensive network of 41 protected natural areas across California; systemwide strategists founded on the collective expertise and infrastructure of the "whole of UC"; facilitators of UC research translation to the general public; and leaders in national, state, and systemwide research policy and compliance.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Associate Vice Provost (AVP) reports to the systemwide Vice President for Research & Innovation (VPRI) for a three-year term, subject to reappointment. The AVP is appointed as a Faculty Administrator, per APM-241 (pdf) of the Academic Personnel Manual. This academic appointment is a 100 percent time made on a fiscal-year-basis of which up to 20% can be devoted to the person's own faculty research. Together with the VPRI, the AVP provides academic leadership, support, and oversight of research and innovation strategies and functions systemwide. The AVP acts on behalf of the VPRI upon request or in the VPRI's absence. The AVP is a senior faculty advisor on decisions related to the Office of Research & Innovation, such as the initiation of new collaborations or initiatives within the department, at the campuses, and systemwide. Together with the VPRI, the AVP has the responsibility to oversee, develop, and support UC multicampus research units/entities and systemwide strategic research initiatives. The AVP may serve in the role of Principal Investigator on behalf of UC on multicampus research grant proposals, as appropriate. Working closely with the VPRI, the AVP oversees the development and reporting of research metrics to assess the impact of systemwide research investments and the overall research performance, strengths, and contributions of the UC system. The AVP is also responsible for providing leadership and managerial support to the Immediate Office of the Vice President as well as to the reporting units, including direct supervision of managerial staff and oversight of the R&I budget, which currently totals $160M .
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Applicants must currently hold a tenured faculty position at one of the University of California campuses.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.
Benefits: For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: Benefits of Belonging
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, send your cover letter, CV and diversity statement to AVP-RISearch@ucop.edu. For the diversity statement, please refer to UC Regents Policy 4400: Policy on University of California Diversity Statement (https://regents.universityofcalifornia.edu/governance/policies/4400.html).
APPLICATION REVIEW DATE
The first review of submissions will occur on March 1, 2022. The position will be open until filled.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Background Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position. Background check process at UCOP
Smoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014. UC Smoke & Tobacco Free Policy
August 2021 Update: The University of California has issued a policy requiring employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID -19 before physically accessing the University location or programs. Upon hire into a UCOP position, you will be provided detailed instructions on how to comply with this policy including access to the COVID vaccination at no cost. New hires to UCOP who work onsite or will come onsite for any activities at a UCOP or other UC location must comply with this policy within 8 weeks after their start date. The policy allows for employees to request approval for an exception or deferral. UC COVID-19 Vaccine Policy
EEO STATEMENT
The University of California, Office of the President, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. EEO/AA Employer UC Nondiscrimination Policy
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