University of West Florida welcomes new associate vice president of research administration and engagement

The University of West Florida announces Dr. Jerry Lin as the new associate vice president of research administration and engagement, effective January 6, 2025. In this position, Lin will lead the department's work with faculty, students and staff to cultivate, develop and preserve the highest quality research, scholarship and creative activities, affirming UWF's place as a leader in higher education research.

"Dr. Lin is a well-qualified professional, and we are pleased to have him join the University," said Dr. Jaromy Kuhl, UWF provost. "We look forward to Dr. Lin's leadership as he elevates research at UWF."

Prior to accepting this position, Lin served as chief research officer and associate provost for research and sponsored programs at Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas. Over a 25-year career at Lamar University, Lin also held other roles including dean of the College of Graduate Studies, director of the Center for Advances in Water and Air Quality, associate dean of the College of Engineering, and university professor and scholar in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. His research relates to multiscale atmospheric transport and air quality, water and wastewater engineering, and biogeochemical cycling of environmental mercury.

"I am excited to be part of the UWF community," Lin said. "Today's challenges need quality research to provide solutions. We will have fun building top-notch research programs at UWF."

Lin holds a doctoral degree in environmental engineering from the University of Cincinnati, master's degree in environmental engineering from Duke University and bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from Tatung University in Taipei, Taiwan. He has received numerous awards and honors, including being named on Stanford University's World's Top 2% Scientists List since 2021.

For more information about the Department of Research Administration and Engagement, visit uwf.edu/rae.