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Julie Jordan named MSU’s chief research officer
Julie Jordan (Photo by Russ Houston)
STARKVILLE, Miss. Julie Jordan has been named Mississippi State’s vice president for research and economic development, MSU President Mark E. Keenum announced Dec. 9.
Jordan has served in the role on an interim basis since July 2019, providing leadership for the Office of Research and Economic Development, strategic vision for the university research enterprise, and administrative oversight of research centers and institutes.
“Dr. Jordan brings incredible focus, innovation and continuity to our university’s already very robust research activities,” Keenum said. “After a national search that attracted highly competitive candidates for this important position, I have a renewed confidence in Julie’s ability to lead our university to the next level as Mississippi’s longtime leading research institution. I am sincerely grateful to our search committee for their service.”