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Cornell University · 1 week ago

Assistant Director, Generative AI and Learning

Ithaca (Main Campus)

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$83K/yr - $100K/yr

5+ years exp

Cornell University is seeking an Assistant Director for Generative AI and Learning within the Center for Teaching Innovation. This role involves shaping and leading programs to help faculty adapt to generative AI in education, including the design of workshops and resources, while assessing the impact of AI tools on learning outcomes.

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Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Design and implement faculty development opportunities such as workshops, institutes, and learning communities

Support faculty from a range of disciplines, including through the development of department or college level faculty development programs

Develop and manage up-to-date web resources

Conduct rigorous pilot experiments in AI tools, assessing their impact on learning and work

With support from the Executive Director, contribute to the development of university-level policies and guidelines for GenAI adoption, in line with Cornell’s AI teaching and learning principles

Keep up to date on generative AI tools and their impact on learning

Contribute to the AI and teaching knowledge, skills, and professional development of the broader CTI team

Contribute to national conversations about the impact of generative AI on learning

Potential for leading a small team of 1-2 instructional designers

Qualification

Generative AI toolsCourse designFaculty developmentActive learningInclusive teachingAssessment designCultural understandingResearch framingConnection to wellbeingTeam leadership

Required

Master's degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Direct pedagogical experience in course design, active learning, assessment, and inclusive teaching practices

Direct experience with a range of generative artificial intelligence tools, understanding how the models work and a critical appreciation for their strengths and limitations

A demonstrated ability to work with faculty with a range of attitudes and beliefs about AI and its impact on learning

A demonstrated ability to lead a small team

Demonstrated skill in understanding cultural differences

Proven experience connecting inclusion, belonging and wellbeing practices to business goals

Preferred

Curiosity about the impact of AI on teaching and learning and the ability to frame research questions

PhD preferred

Knowledge of evidence-based teaching methods and familiarity with the research literature on teaching and learning

College teaching experience preferred

Benefits

Comprehensive health care options

Generous retirement contributions

Access to wellness programs

Employee discounts with local and national retail brands

Health and personal leave

Three weeks of vacation

13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1

Two additional floating holidays

Tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program

Tuition aid for external education

Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program