AJ Davidson

AJ Davidson joined the University of Virginia in 2012 and currently serves as Executive Director of the Executive Search Group. With more than 15 years of experience in search, she partners with university leaders to identify and recruit exceptional senior talent across both academic and health domains.

AJ brings a deep appreciation for the complexity of executive search in higher education and is known for building strategic, collaborative partnerships. She is committed to leading search processes grounded in integrity, transparency, and excellence.

Prior to joining UVA, AJ led recruitment efforts for a financial services firm and worked in career services at Washington and Lee University.

AJ holds a BA in Psychology from Gettysburg College, as well as an MEd and an EdS in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Virginia.