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Chief Administrative Officer	Troy, NY
To express interest or nominate a candidate, please email supporting materials confidentially to RPICAO@SpencerStuart.com. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is seeking a strategic, innovative, and mission-driven leader to serve as its inaugural Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). Reporting directly to the President, the CAO will oversee and integrate a wide range of administrative operations including human resources, information technology, public safety, facilities, and environmental health and safety. This executive will lead organizational transformation efforts to modernize operations, enhance institutional effectiveness, and align administrative functions with RPI’s strategic goals. The CAO will be a key member of the President’s Cabinet, responsible for guiding operational strategy, promoting a high-performing culture, and fostering collaboration across academic and administrative units. The ideal candidate will bring at least 15 years of senior leadership experience in complex institutions—preferably in higher education, nonprofit, or public sectors—and a track record of driving change, operational excellence, and inclusive leadership. This full-time role is based in Troy, New York.
Chief Marketing Officer	Troy, NY
To express interest or nominate a candidate, please email supporting materials confidentially to Rich Talent Group - rensselaercmo@richtalentgroup.com. To propel its institutional mission and accelerate impact, RPI is seeking a visionary, creative and results-driven Chief Marketing Officer to pioneer growth and optimize performance. Reporting directly to RPI’s President, Martin Schmidt, this newly-created position is a unique calling for a marketing leader who seeks to serve a mission of significant consequence and to innovate beyond conventional approaches. The Chief Marketing Officer will also serve as a member of the President’s Cabinet and will play a pivotal role in shaping the Institute's overall strategic direction.
Associate Vice Provost, Student Health & Wellness	Troy, NY
The Associate Vice Provost (AVP) is a key member of the Student Experience leadership team and plays a vital role in setting the strategic direction for Student Health and Wellness. The AVP proactively addresses opportunities and challenges, manages resources, formulates policies, and builds essential relationships with academic and administrative colleagues. The AVP will work closely with a range of stakeholders to cultivate an environment that prioritizes student well-being and will have direct oversight of the Student Health Center, Student Counseling and Psychological Services, and Case Management, fostering programs and services that contribute to a holistic and healthy campus culture. The AVP oversees the Student Health Insurance Plan and partners with the Athletics Department on supervision of athletic trainers.
Director of Development (Major Gift Officer), School of HASS	Troy, NY
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) seeks applications from experienced development professionals serve as our next Director of Development in the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences (HASS).
Teaching Track: Adjunct, Lecturer, Sr, Lecturer, or Professor of Practice, School of Engineering (Summer & Fall 2025)	Troy, NY	30 Sep 2025
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is pleased to invite applications for anticipated Adjunct, Lecturer, Sr. Lecturer, and Professor of Practice openings in several areas. These appointments may be made for one to three years, and are renewable, contingent upon available funding, enrollment, satisfactory performance, and the business needs of the School of Engineering. Adjunct appointments are made for a single semester. All appointments are renewable.

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Position	Location	Closes
Chief Administrative Officer	Troy, NY
To express interest or nominate a candidate, please email supporting materials confidentially to RPICAO@SpencerStuart.com. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is seeking a strategic, innovative, and mission-driven leader to serve as its inaugural Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). Reporting directly to the President, the CAO will oversee and integrate a wide range of administrative operations including human resources, information technology, public safety, facilities, and environmental health and safety. This executive will lead organizational transformation efforts to modernize operations, enhance institutional effectiveness, and align administrative functions with RPI’s strategic goals. The CAO will be a key member of the President’s Cabinet, responsible for guiding operational strategy, promoting a high-performing culture, and fostering collaboration across academic and administrative units. The ideal candidate will bring at least 15 years of senior leadership experience in complex institutions—preferably in higher education, nonprofit, or public sectors—and a track record of driving change, operational excellence, and inclusive leadership. This full-time role is based in Troy, New York.
Chief Marketing Officer	Troy, NY
To express interest or nominate a candidate, please email supporting materials confidentially to Rich Talent Group - rensselaercmo@richtalentgroup.com. To propel its institutional mission and accelerate impact, RPI is seeking a visionary, creative and results-driven Chief Marketing Officer to pioneer growth and optimize performance. Reporting directly to RPI’s President, Martin Schmidt, this newly-created position is a unique calling for a marketing leader who seeks to serve a mission of significant consequence and to innovate beyond conventional approaches. The Chief Marketing Officer will also serve as a member of the President’s Cabinet and will play a pivotal role in shaping the Institute's overall strategic direction.
Associate Vice Provost, Student Health & Wellness	Troy, NY
The Associate Vice Provost (AVP) is a key member of the Student Experience leadership team and plays a vital role in setting the strategic direction for Student Health and Wellness. The AVP proactively addresses opportunities and challenges, manages resources, formulates policies, and builds essential relationships with academic and administrative colleagues. The AVP will work closely with a range of stakeholders to cultivate an environment that prioritizes student well-being and will have direct oversight of the Student Health Center, Student Counseling and Psychological Services, and Case Management, fostering programs and services that contribute to a holistic and healthy campus culture. The AVP oversees the Student Health Insurance Plan and partners with the Athletics Department on supervision of athletic trainers.
Director of Development (Major Gift Officer), School of HASS	Troy, NY
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) seeks applications from experienced development professionals serve as our next Director of Development in the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences (HASS).
Teaching Track: Adjunct, Lecturer, Sr, Lecturer, or Professor of Practice, School of Engineering (Summer & Fall 2025)	Troy, NY	30 Sep 2025
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is pleased to invite applications for anticipated Adjunct, Lecturer, Sr. Lecturer, and Professor of Practice openings in several areas. These appointments may be made for one to three years, and are renewable, contingent upon available funding, enrollment, satisfactory performance, and the business needs of the School of Engineering. Adjunct appointments are made for a single semester. All appointments are renewable.

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