Join the Leadership of South Carolina's Flagship University

This is an exceptional academic leadership opportunity at one of the nation’s most respected, comprehensive state flagship research institutions. The successful candidate will replace Joan T.A. Gabel, now serving as president of the University of Minnesota.

Reporting to and working in collaboration with President Robert Caslen, the next provost will bring a demonstrated ability to lead and manage a complex academic organization. The selected individual will possess an outstanding record as a scholar and educator who merits tenure at the rank of full professor at the university.

Desired attributes of candidates include:

• a collegial and consultative management style
• the ability to communicate a vision and translate ideas into action
• financial acumen
• exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

The Provost is expected to be a champion of teaching, research and service, with the ability to lead the university in sustaining its academic reputation.

Position Overview

Meet the Search Committee

 

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.