Assistant Vice President for External Affairs and CommunicationsAbout the Job The Assistant Vice President for External Affairs and Communications in the Research and Innovation Office (RIO) will have responsibility for executing strategies on external engagement and communication that advances the research and innovation mission of the University. In close coordination with the Vice President for Research and Innovation (VPRI), this role is responsible for day-to-day-management, coordination, and relationship building with external partners (federal agencies, industry, academic institutions, and policymakers) to build and advance external funding opportunities for all research communities at the University of Minnesota. Reporting to the VPRI, the Assistant VP will be a