Associate Vice President for Research Affairs

South Dakota Mines invites applications for the Associate Vice President for Research Affairs within the Research Affairs office. This is a regular, full-time, benefited position. This position is responsible for managing technology transfer, intellectual property, and supporting, as needed, faculty and student innovation and entrepreneurship programming. The position oversees several areas of compliance including human subjects research, Bayh-Dole requirements and reporting, and export control assurances. This position also reviews and negotiates contracts on behalf of the research enterprise and upper administration. The position will also be the principal investigator for the university’s NSF I-Corps grant.

A PhD in a STEM field, a J.D. with focus on intellectual property or contracts, or an MBA is required. 5 years of experience in higher education technology transfer is required.

Applications must be made online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203 or hr@sdsmt.edu. Review of applications will begin July 24, 2026. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Please attach a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references (include name, mailing and email address for each reference).

Founded in 1885, South Dakota Mines is the premier destination for ambitious students seeking bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees in STEM fields. Our vibrant community of supportive faculty, tenacious students, and passionate alumni fosters a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and lifelong success. South Dakota Mines is recognized frequently for its rigorous curriculum, groundbreaking research, and return on investment.

Rapid City, the home of the Hardrockers, is the state’s second-largest city with an MSA population of nearly 160,000. The city is nestled next to the beautiful Black Hills, a region boasting breathtaking scenery, hundreds of miles of trails for outdoor enthusiasts, and attractions ranging from complex cave systems to historic towns and massive monuments.