Jakob D. Jensen PhD
University of Utah
Senior Associate Vice President for Research
Biography
Jakob D. Jensen, PhD, serves as Senior Associate Vice President for Research at the University of Utah, where he helps shape institutional research strategy, advance interdisciplinary initiatives, and strengthen the university’s capacity to address complex challenges through research and innovation.
Dr. Jensen brings a broad perspective on the role of research universities in driving discovery, innovation, and societal progress. His leadership is informed by a distinguished career in research, including nationally recognized scholarship, interdisciplinary partnerships, and an NIH New Innovator Award. He is committed to strengthening the university’s research environment and expanding the reach and impact of its discoveries.