Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs University of New England The University of New England(UNE) is seeking a collaborative, visionary, and dynamic Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs to join a highly innovativeuniversity at an exciting time. Reporting to the President, the Provost is the chief academic officer of UNE and is responsible for allaspects of the University's academic mission. Internally, the Provost provides academic leadership for the University of New England's twocampuses located in Portland, Maine and Biddeford, Maine, and oversees the University's six colleges (College of Arts and Sciences, theCollege of Dental Medicine, the Westbrook College of Health Professions, the College of Osteopathic Medicine, the College of ProfessionalStudies, and the College of Business). The deans of the Honors College and the Library also report to the Provost. Externally, the Provost'sOffice serves as a communication link with external constituencies, including the Board of Trustees, multiple accrediting agencies, andother key partners. The Provost will be an accomplished scholar who possesses an earned terminal degree and credentials warrantingthe rank of professor in one of the University's academic departments. The next Provost will also have an established record of success inacademic administration and a visionary leadership style that is engaging and collaborative. The Provost will have exemplary interpersonalemotional intelligence, communication skills, a demonstrated commitment to supporting a multi-campus community, and an appreciation of thenational conversations around the opportunities and challenges facing higher education today. Working closely with the President, theProvost plays a key role in developing and implementing UNE's Strategic Plan, including oversight of scholarship and research activities.

The Provost will also build upon the strengths of the colleges, centers of excellence, and other academic units to advance UNE's reputationfor academic excellence, scholarship, and service to the greater community. Working closely with the President and SVP of Finance andAdministration, the Provost coordinates the work of all academic units with other offices and operations across the University. TheProvost will join UNE during a time of strong undergraduate enrollment and a period of investment optimally positioned for creativity,innovation, and aspirational thinking. The Provost will be a dynamic and entrepreneurial leader with a strong commitment to excellence inhigher education, demonstrated administrative skills in leading a complex organization, and the ability to work with a broad array of campusleaders to guide the institution to the next level of distinction. The Provost must have a record demonstrating commitment to maintaining arobust system of shared governance and to advancing transparency and trust across campus. An appreciation for the integral role of UNE inthe Portland and Biddeford communities, a willingness to continue developing national and international connections, and, in collaborationwith the President, the capacity to attract financial support from the public and private sectors, will be essential. As the chief academicofficer of the University to a wide variety of constituencies, the Provost must have an excellent grasp of the challenges and opportunitiesfacing higher education and the ability to connect and collaborate with a variety of stakeholders and groups to achieve collective success.

The Provost must also be a decisive leader who embodies integrity, is responsive, collaborative, and creative, and is dedicated to thesuccess and wellbeing of all students.

NOMINATIONS AND APPLICATIONS

The University of New England has retainedthe services of Dr. Josh Ward at the executive search firm Korn Ferry. To apply for the position, candidates should submit an up-to-date anddetailed curriculum vitae, as well as a brief letter of interest (2-4 pages) describing why you are interested in becoming the next Provostat UNE, why you would be successful based on your professional experience, and why now is a good time for you to consider this opportunity.

For priority consideration, please submit all application materials by November 30, 2026. For a copy of the full-length positiondescription, or to submit your curriculum vitae and letter of interest (as separate PDFs), please contact: Josh Ward,PhD Senior Client Partner Higher Education and Academic Medicine Korn Ferry (405) 640-3994 Josh. Ward@KornFerry.com Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of NewEngland is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The Universityprohibits and will not tolerate discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University lifebased on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identityand/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors will not be permitted to havean adverse influence upon decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors,volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities. The anticipated salary range for theposition is $325,000 -- $375,000.