President, Montana State University

Location:
Bozeman , MT

The Opportunity

Montana State University (MSU) is seeking applications and nominations for the position of President. This is a historic opportunity to serve as the 13th President of MSU, with the opportunity to build upon the significant legacy of President Waded Cruzado. MSU is renowned for its excellence in research, education, and community engagement. The new president will play a critical role in advancing MSU's mission of fostering innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening its impact on the state of Montana and beyond. This selection process reflects MSU's commitment to finding a candidate who embodies its values and who can inspire its diverse community to achieve even greater heights.

The President of Montana State University is the Chief Executive Officer of this Carnegie top-tier research land-grant institution, with record-setting enrollment, retention and philanthropic giving. This position reports directly to the Commissioner of Higher Education who is the Chief Executive Officer of the Montana University System (MUS). Within this structure the president will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of MSU and its affiliates, by providing visionary leadership, ensuring academic excellence, managing financial resources effectively, engaging with stakeholders, and fostering an inclusive campus environment.

How to Apply

Jim Johnsen and Julie Holley with Greenwood Asher & Associates are assisting Montana State University on this search. Applications and nominations are now being accepted. Application materials should include:

A letter of interest that clearly states the applicant’s qualifications for the position
A current résumé/curriculum vitae
The name, relationship, and email address of five professional references

We strongly encourage submitting application materials as separate PDF attachments. The search will be conducted with a commitment of confidentiality for candidates until finalists are selected. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made.

All application materials should be submitted to the Greenwood Asher & Associates team via e-mail at: julieholley@greenwoodsearch.com.