Vice President for Climate

About the Company

Well-recognized private research university providing technology-first learning

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1861

Employees
5001-10,000

Categories

• Art
• Education
• Health Diagnostics
• Innovation Management
• Medical
• Medical Device
• Product Research
• Training
• Colleges & Universities
• Massachusetts Institute of Technology
• Colleges and Universities
• Higher Education
• Universities

Specialties

• science
• engineering
• education
• and research

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President for Climate with an extraordinary record of accomplishment in climate and sustainability. The successful candidate will be a leader with a keen understanding of the climate challenge, capable of inspiring bold action and leading a dynamic, creative, and action-oriented research community. Responsibilities include providing strategic leadership for climate-related research, innovation, education, and public engagement, as well as building and sustaining relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. The role demands a problem-solver, boundary spanner, and creative convenor, with a proven ability to translate research into real-world solutions and to unite individuals across various sectors around a shared mission.Applicants for the Vice President for Climate position at the company must have a leadership background in a climate-related field, ideally with experience in managing research and/or administrative staff. The role requires outstanding communication skills and the ability to work with diverse groups, including industry, government, and academic leaders. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting priorities, ensuring collaboration among different units, and leading fundraising efforts for climate projects. A strong record of intellectual, strategic, and managerial accomplishment is essential, as is the ability to lead a large-scale, collaborative research initiative.

Hiring Manager Title
president of MIT

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• General Management
• Strategy
• Operations