Administrator Searches

The Provost’s Office leads searches to bring the world’s top college and senior administrators to campus.

Dean and Vice Chancellor Searches

Our college deans and vice chancellors provide leadership that bolsters NC State’s reputation as a premier research enterprise and university of choice for faculty, staff and students.

Current Searches

Dean, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

Recent Searches

Dean, College of Veterinary Medicine

Kate Meurs, interim dean in NC State's College of Veterinary Medicine, has been named dean of the college after a nationwide search. Her appointment became effective April 1, 2022.

Dean, College of Education

Paola Sztajn, interim dean in NC State's College of Education, has been named dean of the college after a nationwide search. Her appointment became effective April 1, 2022.

Vice Provost and Director Searches

Our vice provosts and directors oversee units providing critical support to the Provost’s Office in its mission to create a pervasively excellent, inclusive campus community.

Current Searches

Director, Institute for Emerging Issues

Recent Searches

Senior Vice Provost for Instructional Programs

Helen Chen, head of the Division of Experience-based Learning and Career Education and an associate provost at the University of Cincinnati, has been named senior vice provost for Instructional Programs, effective August 1, 2022.

Senior Vice Provost, University Interdisciplianary Programs

Rob Dunn, NC State's interim senior vice provost for University Interdisciplinary Programs, has been named to the permanent role after a nationwide search. His appointment became effective June 1, 2022.

Past Administrator Searches

The Provost’s Office provides access to information on past administrator searches to promote transparency in communications throughout the university.

Past Searches

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Policies and Procedures

NC State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NC State University welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation. Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the applications process or questions in general should contact the Office of the Provost.