South Dakota Board of Regents · 2 weeks ago
Vice President for Research
Rapid City, SD
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveSouth Dakota Mines invites applications for the position of Vice President for Research (VPR). The VPR serves as a key member of the President’s Executive Council and provides strategic leadership for the university’s research initiatives, focusing on advancing innovation and fostering partnerships to enhance the university's research profile and economic impact.
EducationGovernmentHigher EducationLegal
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Providing strategic vision and operational leadership for the university’s research enterprise
Advancing a culture of discovery, innovation, and entrepreneurship while ensuring compliance, integrity, and growth across all research activities
Representing Mines to federal, state, and industry partners; fostering collaborations that expand the university’s economic and societal impact; and positioning Mines as a national leader in research and technology innovation
Partnering with industry, government, and federal agencies to strengthen research collaborations and regional economic development
Advancing research-based innovation, technology transfer, and venture creation
Supporting entrepreneurial pathways for faculty and students
Aligning research strengths with emerging strategic sectors that drive talent, innovation, and national competitiveness
Overseeing the Office of Sponsored Programs, the Associate Vice President for Research, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship, and the Director of Industry, Government, and Community Engagement
Ensuring compliance with research and export control regulations, leading corporate partnerships and licensing activities, managing royalties and intellectual property, and advancing federal and industry-sponsored initiatives that enhance the university’s research profile and economic impact
Qualification
Required
A terminal degree in a science, engineering, or closely related discipline
A record of progressive professional achievement, including success in research leadership and mentoring
Proven ability to identify emerging opportunities, build interdisciplinary and interinstitutional partnerships, and foster collaboration across departments, industry, and government
Demonstrated effectiveness in engaging with state and federal officials to advance institutional and regional priorities
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated success in managing budgets and personnel
A commitment to service and continuous improvement
A collaborative, forward-thinking, and transparent management style with a focus on empowering teams and delivering results for research sponsors and stakeholders
A proven record of success in developing and implementing strategies that expand external research funding from federal, state, corporate, and philanthropic sources
Experience cultivating partnerships beyond academia—such as with industry, national laboratories, military organizations, or non-profit research entities
Demonstrated experience overseeing a substantial research portfolio within a university, national laboratory, or private-sector organization
Familiarity with federal research administration, compliance, and regulatory frameworks
Must meet eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance and access to classified or controlled information
U.S. Citizenship is required
Preferred
Experience planning, developing, or modernizing research facilities and laboratories
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and life coverage options for employees, spouses and dependents
Retirement plans
Paid holidays
Generous vacation and sick day allowance
Company
South Dakota Board of Regents
South Dakota Board of Regents is a legal authority to govern the system of public higher education.
Founded in 1897
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Nathan Lukkes
Executive Director & CEO
Chris Kolsrud
Chief Information Security Officer
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2025-04-22
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