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USM is the comprehensive regional and urban institution in the University of Maine System which is comprised of Eight academic units on three campuses. The Portland campus is located in Maine’s largest city (population 65,000), within a thriving economic and cultural region of the state, on beautiful Casco Bay. Gorham is 10 miles from downtown Portland in the midst of scenic New England countryside. Lewiston-Auburn is located midway between the coast and the mountains, 30 minutes north of Portland.
Portland was listed as one of Frommer's Top Travel Destinations for 2007 and is listed 4th among the 10 Perfect Places to Live in America, by Fine Living Cable Network. Located a two-hour car drive north of Boston, Portland offers a low crime rate, lack of congestion, low unemployment rate, excellent cultural and outdoor activities, and a beautiful setting, just minutes from both beautiful sandy beaches and the famous rocky coast of Maine.
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Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs #8530 The next provost will partner with the new president to enhance USM's academic reputation and, through supporting faculty teaching, research, scholarship, creative activity, and outreach, will deepen its already impressive interaction with greater Portland and the state. In addition to the intellectual, analytical and interpersonal accomplishments that characterize exemplary academic leadership, the successful candidate will have an earned doctorate; credentials for a tenured appointment at the rank of professor; a demonstrated record of academic leadership based on scholarly, professional, and research accomplishments; a keen understanding of budget planning and management; demonstrated experience in strategic planning, curriculum development, personnel supervision; grant management and fundraising skills, experience with shared governance, and a history of collaborative leadership. Electronic applications are required (.pdf preferred) and must include a cover letter responsive to the position announcement, a resume or curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three references. These should be sent to Director David Nutty, Chair of the Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Search Committee at boody@usm.maine.edu.
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