lyon

lyon

Associate Dean for Research, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship

Cabot, Arkansas · Senior

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 20 days ago
AccountingResearchLeadershipCommunicationMentoring

About the role

  • As a private institution, Lyon College offers advantages of nimbleness in encouraging innovations.
  • The goal is to attract and retain a like-minded faculty comprised of creative, forward thinkers who are inspired to innovate and make teaching and learning fun.
  • All faculty positions will be non-tenure track within a rolling contract system in a flexible environment that rewards creativity, innovation, and risk taking, individually and collectively.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and execution of the School's research, innovation, and entrepreneurship strategy
  • Serve as the School's chief research and innovation officer and primary liaison to external partners
  • Expand interdisciplinary collaborations across Lyon College, Arkansas, and national partners
  • Proven ability to lead interdisciplinary teams and align resources to achieve strategic goals
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Requirements

  • Familiarity with innovation ecosystems, technology transfer, start-ups, or industry partnerships

Nice to have

  • Preferred Experience and Attributes:

Benefits

  • This senior role offers a rare opportunity to design and launch interdisciplinary research and innovation programs from inception at a new veterinary school built to integrate discovery, education, and real-world impact.
  • Establish mentoring and professional development programs supporting scholarship, funding success, and entrepreneurial activity
  • Facilitate access to research, innovation, and entrepreneurial infrastructure through partnerships

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