Provost​/Vice President of Academic Affairs

Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences Yakima, WA - United States

Witt Kiefferis proud to partner with the Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) as they search for an experienced, collaborative, and mission-driven academic leader to serve as its next Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs (Provost). All applications and nominations are welcomed.

Since graduating its inaugural class of 70 Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012, PNWU has grown substantially, with five health science programs designed to meet the needs of rural and medically underserved communities in the five-state region of the Pacific Northwest, including Washington, Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Montana.

• Reporting directly to President Dr. Michael H. Mittelman, the Provost serves as the chief academic officer with responsibility for academic management and oversight of the University’s five colleges, schools, and programs.
• Building upon the success of PNWU’s current  Strategic Plan, the Provost will elevate the academic standing of the University; support the professional growth of both faculty and staff; advance PNWU as an inclusive learning community; and cultivate a culture of optimism, trust, and collaboration.

• The most successful candidates will possess earned academic credentials suitable for full academic rank at PNWU and hold a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree and clinical experience in an appropriate health sciences field or related discipline.
• In addition, a minimum of eight (8) years of experience in academic administration at an institution of higher education, or an academic health center of similar complexity, with progressive and broad experience leading across multiple graduate programs is required.

Applications should include, as two separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the leadership profile. Professional references are not requested at this time.

For full consideration, candidate materials should be received by March 11, 2026.

Anticipated annual salary range for the opportunity is $310,000 – $415,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Relocation assistance available. Benefits include medical, dental, and paid time off. Full details:
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PNWU is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment and student application decisions on the basis of merit. The University shall not discriminate against faculty, staff, volunteers, students, or applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law for any reason, including recruitment, selection, and promotion.

As well, PNWU prohibits all forms of harassment by students, employees, guests, or volunteers whether intentional or unintentional, on campus or at other owned or contracted facilities.