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Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) selected by Roosevelt University for Founding Director and Professor of Biomedical Sciences Search

(February 25, 2025, WEST HARTFORD, CT) Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES), a leading higher education focused executive search firm, has been selected to recruit a Founding Director and Professor of Biomedical Sciences at Roosevelt University. Jennifer Muller, Managing Partner, will be leading the search.

As a senior-level tenure-track or tenured faculty, the Director of Biomedical Sciences will design and lead the launch of innovative graduate programs, including an M.S. and Ph.D. in Integrated Biomedical Sciences, positioning RU as a leader in fostering interdisciplinary biomedical education. The successful candidate will be an integral part of RU’s growth and innovation under its “Producing Research and Innovation through a Mentoring Ecosystem” (RU PRIME) initiative as funded by the U.S. Department of Education under a highly selective, multi-year grant award. The Director will establish a faculty research cluster focused on biomedical sciences and lead two program development areas. In collaboration with RU faculty and leadership, they will design, earn accreditation for, and implement two graduate degree programs (an MS degree initially, with a Ph.D. program to follow). Additionally, they will contribute to developing a vertically integrated research ecosystem supporting STEM students.

Roosevelt University is a private university located in the heart of Chicago, Illinois, known for its commitment to academic excellence and social justice. Founded in 1945, Roosevelt was established to provide access to quality education for students of all backgrounds. The university’s mission continues to emphasize community engagement and academic innovation, making it a standout institution in the Midwest. With a student body that represents over 40 countries, Roosevelt offers a truly global campus environment.

Affordable Excellence

Academic Career & Executive Search, a higher education focused search firm, specializes in affordable excellence, providing perfectly matched candidates to institutions quickly and accurately. Their methodologies, based on frequent touchpoints, pinpoint ideal candidates with speed and meticulous care resulting in highly successful placements.

They offer flexible service/pricing levels for all positions, ensuring affordability. Contact Jennifer Muller, Managing Partner, at 860-740-2600 or Jennifer@ACESrch.com, or visit https://acesrch.com/.