University of Rochester

Executive Leadership Opportunities

Job searches and open positions in executive leadership roles across the University

The University of Rochester is seeking diverse and passionate candidates to drive our organization forward in critical executive leadership roles. Explore open opportunities, and learn more about Rochester’s vision and values.

There are no openings at this time.

Discover the University of Rochester

The University is the Rochester area’s largest employer with more than 30,000 employees. As a global leader in higher education, the University is home to seven academic schools, 3,000 faculty, and 12,000 students, with a unique emphasis on research endeavors.

The University of Rochester Medical Center is a pioneering model in academic research and clinical care, including multiple hospitals and specialized units across the greater Rochester area.

Learn more about our mission, leadership team, and what it’s like to work with us.

Office of the President

The University of Rochester’s president, Sarah C. Mangelsdorf, is an experienced leader in academia.

Office of the Provost

The Provost oversees a critical leadership team to ensure the success of our academic endeavors.

University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC)

URMC includes six different hospitals, multiple academic schools, an extensive primary care network, and more.

Administration and Finance

The Office of the Executive Vice President oversees critical infrastructure and fiscal strategy, ensuring seamless University-wide operations.

Office of Human Resources

The Office of Human Resources supports and empowers the diversified members of our faculty and staff.

Office of Equity and Inclusion

The Office of Equity and Inclusion embodies the University’s continual commitment for a diverse and respectful culture for all community members.

Living in Rochester

The city of Rochester’s rich history and diverse culture make it a great place to call home.

2030 Strategic Plan

The University is at a pivotal moment in its strategic planning process, setting a course for a future with boundless possibility.

Closed positions

AVP of Public Safety and Chief Public Safety Officer: Quchee Collins is joining the University of Rochester as the inaugural associate vice president (AVP) for Public Safety and chief public safety officer, starting July 1, 2024.
Chief of Staff: Michael Marsh is joining the President’s Office as chief of staff, starting March 1, 2024.

URMC CEO: David Linehan has been named CEO of the University Rochester Medical Center (URMC), dean of the School of Medicine and Dentistry, and senior vice president for health sciences, effective February 1, 2024.
Senior Associate Vice President for Finance: Courtney Peplin has been named senior associate vice president for finance, effective December 18, 2023.
Vice President for Student Life: John Blackshear has been named vice president for student life at the University of Rochester, effective January 2024.
Vice President for Marketing and Communications: Page Hetzel has been named vice president for marketing and communications at the University of Rochester, effective October 2023.
Vice President for Research: Stephen Dewhurst has been named vice president for research at the University of Rochester, effective June 20, 2023.
Vice President for Equity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer: Adrienne Morgan has been named vice president for equity and inclusion and Richard Feldman Chief Diversity Officer at the University of Rochester, effective June 20, 2023.
Dean of the School of Arts & Sciences: Nicole S. Sampson has been selected as University of Rochester’s Robert L. and Mary L. Sproull Dean of the School of Arts & Sciences, effective August 2023.
EVP for Administration and Finance and CFO: Elizabeth Milavec has been named the University’s inaugural executive vice president for administration and finance and chief financial officer.
Dean of the School of Nursing: Lisa Kitko has been selected as the next dean of the School of Nursing, effective September 2022.
Director, Laboratory for Laser Energetics: Christopher Deeney has been appointed as the new director of the University’s Laboratory for Laser Energetics, after having served as both deputy director and interim director at the lab.
Provost and Chief Academic Officer: David Figlio has been named provost and chief academic officer at the University of Rochester, effective July 2022.
Vice Provost and Dean of Libraries: Kevin Garewal has been named vice provost and dean of the University of Rochester libraries, effective February 2022.
Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer (VP CHRO): Kathleen Gallucci has been named University of Rochester vice president and chief human resources officer, effective August 2021.