Assistant Vice Provost

The Assistant Vice Provost for Academic Affairs provides strategic leadership, operational management, and senior advisory support to the central faculty administrative services at Rice University, acting in close partnership with the Provost's Office. Serving as a key bridge between high-level institutional strategy and operational excellence, this role directs the comprehensive business, compliance, and financial operations of the Vice Provost for Academic Affairs (VPAA) division. The position serves as Chief of Staff and trusted advisor to the VPAA and other faculty leadership, guiding key administrative milestones, faculty lifecycles, and multi-unit institutional objectives.