East Carolina University · 8 hours ago
Director of the Center for AI in Business
Greenville, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveEast Carolina University is a Carnegie Doctoral University with high research activity, renowned for academic excellence. They are seeking a Director to lead the Center for AI in Business, responsible for shaping its vision, overseeing program development, and ensuring operational management and financial sustainability.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Establishing and maintaining partnerships with regional industries such as farming, manufacturing, tourism, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare
Positioning the Center as a focal point for AI-related initiatives across the College, University, and region
Ensuring alignment with ECU’s mission and the College of Business’s strategic goals
Lead the design and delivery of professional education programs in AI, including workshops and micro-credential offerings
Coordinate with faculty and industry partners to establish experiential learning projects that engage students in real-world AI applications
Guide applied research initiatives, including publications with student co-authors
Building and coordinating a network of faculty affiliates
Recruiting and supervising graduate assistants
Managing resources such as advanced technologies (e.g., robots, VR/AR headsets) and dedicated space for demonstrations and storage
Driving revenue generation through workshops, grants, sponsorships, and potential tech transfer opportunities
Serve as the primary liaison to external stakeholders, including a 12-member industry advisory board, corporate sponsors and grant-making organizations, and ECU’s Tech Transfer office for monetizing AI-driven applications
Qualification
Required
Master's degree or higher (PhD, EdD, DBA, JD) in field or associated business related discipline and documented achievements appropriate for appointment as a Fixed Term, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Full Professor
Demonstrated expertise in artificial intelligence and its applications in business contexts
Experience designing and delivering innovative courses, particularly those integrating AI or emerging technologies
Commitment to student experiential learning and student engagement through real-world projects
Demonstrated ability to develop or implement AI driven tools or platforms
Company
East Carolina University
Throughout our history, the broad missions of teaching, research, and service have helped to guide the university and will continue to do so.
Founded in 1907
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bill Clark
President & CEO
Eric Houston
Deputy Chief Information Officer (CIO)
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