ATLANTA — Georgia Tech has named an interim president as the university continues its national search for a permanent replacement for outgoing President Ángel Cabrera.

University System of Georgia Chancellor Sonny Perdue announced that Tim Lieuwen will take over as interim president beginning Nov. 1.

Lieuwen, a Georgia Tech graduate, currently serves as the university’s executive vice president for research, overseeing its research operations.

He will replace Cabrera, who is leaving Georgia Tech after seven years to become president and CEO of the Aspen Institute.

Lieuwen will serve in the interim role while the university continues its search for a permanent president.