EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITIES FOR RESEARCH IN ASTRONOMY
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITIES FOR RESEARCH IN ASTRONOMY
The Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA) seeks to establish the position of Executive Vice President of AURA. This is a new position. The Executive Vice President would functionally serve as a deputy to the President and second in the overall corporate management structure. We are seeking an individual with an outstanding background in science or science policy, and management. The person must convey a strong vision and a demonstrated leadership and talent for administration in a complex and evolving environment.
The Executive Vice President will act on behalf of the President, will represent AURA and the President, and will carry out special initiatives at the direction of the President. Factors that will be considered in the selection will include: familiarity with current issues in the nations astronomy program; familiarity with the Federal budget and policy process; experience in dealing with Federal funding agencies including NSF and NASA; and an understanding of the basic mission and role of AURA.
Salary and compensation will be established at a level appropriate to the candidates experience and comparable to senior staff levels within AURA.
The Search Committee will begin evaluating applications on January 1, 2010. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications should include a description of the candidates experience, relevant accomplishments, a resume, a list of three references, and the individual's written view of the future landscape for astronomy and where AURA should fit in. Applications will be kept confidential, and should be sent to:
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
AURA is an EOE/AA/F/D/V employer.
Questions related to this search should be directed to Bradley Peterson, Chair of the AURA Executive Vice President Search Committee at peterson@astronomy.ohio-state.edu
Information and updates regarding this search are available on www.aura-astronomy.org
| Posted October 16, 2009 |
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