UAF Chancellor

University of Alaska Fairbanks

The University of Alaska Fairbanks is seeking its next Chancellor, a visionary leader responsible for all aspects of administration as delegated by the University of Alaska System president and regents. This pivotal role will shape the future of UAF by advancing the 2027 Strategic Plan and laying the foundation for a strong tripartite mission of teaching, research, and service that extends well beyond 2027. Internally, the Chancellor will lead UAF's administration of academic instruction, research, sponsored programs, outreach, finance, operations, and campus safety, engaging employees across the institution to achieve academic and institutional goals with clear metrics for success. The Chancellor will also support UAF's intercollegiate athletics as a vital contributor to campus life, student development, and community pride. Externally, the Chancellor will represent UAF, strengthen its reputation, build relationships with stakeholders, and develop new opportunities for philanthropy and research sponsorship.

Serving as an ex-officio member of the University of Alaska Foundation, the Chancellor will collaborate on fundraising campaigns and actively participate in outreach and advancement initiatives. This is a defining leadership opportunity for a dynamic individual who can champion UAF's mission, inspire excellence, and make a lasting impact across Alaska and beyond.

To thrive in this position, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ability and energy to lead a complex, multi-faceted university, establishing and managing budgets while balancing competing demands for services across functional, geographic, and disciplinary boundaries within constrained fiscal resources. The candidate should have at least seven years of executive-level administrative experience in higher education, along with substantial additional experience as a university executive, faculty member, researcher, or manager at a major research organization. A master's degree from an accredited institution is required, with an earned doctorate or other relevant terminal degree preferred. Above all, the Chancellor will inspire excellence, foster collaboration, and drive the university's mission forward with lasting impact.

Minimum Qualifications:

At least 7 years of executive-level administrative experience in higher education. Substantial additional executive, faculty, researcher, and/or management experience at a university or a major research organization.

A master's degree from an accredited institution, with an earned doctorate or other relevant terminal degree preferred.

Position Details:

This position is located on the University of Alaska campus in Fairbanks. This is a full-time, Executive Officer/Senior Administrator staff position with a competitive salary and https://www.alaska.edu/hr/benefits/support/prospectiveemployees.php. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified.

Review of application materials will begin immediately. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified.