Vice Provost, Campus Academic Operations – Downers Grove, IL

Position Description

The Vice Provost for Campus Academic Operations serves as the Provost’s senior academic leader for campus-based operations and is responsible for the effective implementation of academic strategy, policies, and priorities at the campus level. Acting as the Provost’s primary representative on site, the Vice Provost provides day-to-day leadership, coordination, and oversight of academic operations across colleges and programs located on the campus.

The Vice Provost supports the Provost’s Office to ensure operational excellence, efficient campus functioning, and alignment between the academic direction and institutional operational strategy. 

The Vice Provost role ensures regulatory and accreditation compliance, strong student outcomes, and alignment between institutional academic strategy and campus execution. Working closely with deans, program leaders, faculty, and administrative partners, the Vice Provost facilitates college collaboration, addresses operational challenges, and advances a high-performing academic culture that supports teaching excellence, clinical education, and student success.

Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit institution that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses in Phoenix and Chicago, respectively, with 6,000+ full-time students enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine, dentistry, optometry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia practice, nursing, cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology, speech language pathology, biomedical sciences, and veterinary medicine. Midwestern University is committed to preparing professionals to meet the evolving needs of 21st-century healthcare. Its philosophy dedicates the institution and its resources to the highest standards of academic excellence to meet the educational needs of the healthcare community, emphasizing experiential learning, interprofessional collaboration, and research-supported teaching.

Downers Grove, Illinois Campus was purchased in 1986, and the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine moved from its prior home in Hyde Park, Illinois, to this western suburb of Illinois. MWU’s faculty mix reflects a blend of experienced teachers, prominent scientists, and established clinicians. The University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, a Commission of the North Central Association (NCA) of Colleges and Schools. Joshua Baker, O.D. is the President and Chief Executive Officer. The campus is home to nearly 2,600 students preparing for rewarding careers in healthcare. The campus includes Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Pharmacy - Downers Grove, College of Health Sciences, College of Dental Medicine - Illinois, Chicago College of Optometry, and College of Graduate Studies. MWU’s 260 faculty reflect a blend of experienced teachers, prominent scientists, and established clinicians. 

Eligibility / Qualifications

Required

• Terminal degree from an accredited institution
• Academic credentials appropriate for faculty appointment
• Progressive senior leadership experience in higher education (Dean, Assistant/Associate Provost or other senior academic administrator)
• Experience in graduate health sciences or professional education environments
• Demonstrated experience managing complex academic operations across multiple healthcare disciplines and/or campuses
• Experience with accreditation, regulatory compliance, and academic quality processes
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and operational management skills
• Proven ability to lead collaboratively across multiple stakeholders
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Core Competencies

• Operational excellence and execution focus
• Systems thinking and coordination across units
• Relationship builder and collaborator
• Data-informed decision maker
• Adaptable, pragmatic problem solver
• Strong communicator and trusted campus presence

To Apply

Apply through this link:  Vice Provost Campus Academic Operations - Chicago.  

To learn more about the position, please contact the DSG Global team via email at [email protected]. 

Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.

Compensation and Benefits

A base salary in the range of $325,000-$425,000 plus bonus will be offered commensurate with experience and academic rank.

A comprehensive benefits package will include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long-term disability and pet insurance.  MWU also offers flexible spending accounts, including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account. A work-life balance with a competitive time off package will include paid holidays, sick/flex days, personal days, and vacation days.  Other benefits are a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, childcare subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection, and an employee assistance program. Wellness is important, and MWU offers a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility.