As you are aware, UBC is embarking on a search for the next Vice-President, Research & Innovation (VPRI) as Dr. Gail C. Murphy will be stepping down from her role next spring.
Reporting to the President, the VPRI is responsible for providing leadership in the development and administration of research at UBC. The role is also responsible for promoting interdisciplinary research programs on both campuses. The VPRI will be a strong advocate for the full range of the university’s research and will establish and maintain effective liaison with external funding agencies, business, industry, non-profit, government, and the broader community.
As part of the search process, the university is inviting nominations from faculty members and graduate students to serve on the advisory committee, as follows:
- One faculty member from UBC Vancouver
- One faculty member from UBC Okanagan
- One graduate student from UBC Vancouver
- One graduate student from UBC Okanagan
Please note that “Faculty Member” is defined in the University Act and includes all Professors, Associate Professors, Assistant Professors, Professors of Teaching, Associate Professors of Teaching, Assistant Professors of Teaching, and Lecturers. Clinical, sessional, emeritus, adjunct, honorary and other teaching appointments are not eligible.
Please further note that “Graduate Students” must be in a degree or diploma program to be eligible. More information about the search process is available online.
Nominations will close at 4pm on Thursday, October 23. More information about nomination forms and eligibility information is also available online.
Thank you for your consideration. Once the committee is established, we will share further updates regarding the process.
Benoit-Antoine Bacon
President and Vice-Chancellor
Rella Ng
Associate Vice-President, Enrolment Services and Registrar
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