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Salary Range: $150,000 - $190,000

Application Deadline: August 14, 2026

The Vice Chancellor for Research is responsible for assisting the Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center Chancellor-Dean in promoting and expanding the research mission of SUAREC and the College of Agricultural, Human, and Environmental Sciences (CAHES) by increasing and supporting the scholarly activities of faculty and students and developing strategic partnerships with other institutions of higher education, government, and industry while promoting shared responsibility, compliance, and research integrity. Provide the day-to-day leadership of the SUAREC Experiment Research Station and other research sites. Coordinate the preparation of the five-year work plans required by the USDA and the Evans-Allen Program for SUAREC. Must be able to attend meetings and other work-related events and activities and travel to attend state, regional, and national conferences or workshops as appropriate.

• Promote and expand the SUAREC's research mission by increasing and supporting the scholarly activities of faculty, students, and partners/collaborators.
• Provide leadership for strategic planning and prioritizing of research needs.
• Provide guidance and leadership to faculty through collaborations, the development of professional enhancement programs, and assistance in seeking and obtaining extramural funding.
• Provide the day-to-day leadership of the SUAREC Experiment Research Station and other research sites.
• Develop and maintain an electronic repository of research activities and projects of the faculty, staff, students, and collaborators.
• Coordinate the preparation of the five-year plans of work required by the USDA and the Evans-Allen program, as required for SUAREC.
• Prepare annual reports of progress on research projects.
• Communicate funding opportunities and deadlines to faculty in an effective manner.
• Provide data and reports related to research programs and efforts to various internal and external groups and constituents.
• Provide leadership to ensure up-to-date information is available to stakeholders, faculty, and others through a variety of communications, such as the research page on SUAREC's website and publications.
• Ensure that Responsible Conduct for Research Compliance (RCRC), Civil Rights Compliance, and other compliance mandates are met by the University by providing oversight and making recommendations as needed.
• Maintain a viable and accountable Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC).
• Maintain strong accountability and leadership oversight in livestock recordkeeping.
• Actively engage with and develop relationships with funding agencies, program managers, industries, commodity groups, and other stakeholders.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Earned Doctoral Degree
• Ph.D. in the agricultural field from an accredited institution, such as agricultural business, agricultural economics, animal science, plant and soil sciences, food sciences, or human sciences
• Five or more years of experience leading a research unit and a strong record of publications and grant activity.
• Specific experience:
  • Must have strong written and oral communication skills and experience working with diverse clientele and organizations;
  • Must have a strong track record of interacting with farm groups and the ability to traverse the State of Louisiana, interacting with farm stakeholders and groups regularly.
  • Must have a strong record of achievement in the areas of publications, especially referred publications, strong research project management;
  • Must possess a strong record of obtaining extramural funding as a principal investigator
  • Must demonstrate administrative skills and/or experience.
  • Must demonstrate effective leadership, sound judgement, and the ability to interpret and administer policies.
  • Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication and effective organizational skills.
  • Must demonstrate the ability to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed time of the job requirements.
  • Must demonstrate experience in interacting with faculty, staff, students, and external constituents.
  • Must demonstrate the ability to work with a culturally, racially, and gender-diverse work team.

Interested applicants must complete a Southern University employment application.

• External applicants can apply here.
• Current Southern University employees should apply here.

• A cover letter detailing experience and alignment with the role.
• A curriculum vitae (CV) or resume highlighting expertise and accomplishments.
• Transcripts (official or unofficial).
• Three (3) professional letters of recommendation.

Jacqueline Dixon

Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center

jacqueline_dixon@suagcenter.com

A criminal background check and reference verification are required.

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