The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is seeking a Director for the Center for Applied AI. The Director will be responsible for leading the research at the Center and providing strategic direction. They will also oversee the recruitment, mentoring, and supervision of staff, as well as managing the budget and financial reporting responsibilities for the Center.
Requirements
- Contributes to the strategic plan and vision with CAAI Faculty Director
- Executes vision and mission of the Center
- Recruits, mentors, and supervises CAAI staff
- Identifies opportunities to support research and education through partnerships with academic, industry, and governmental organizations
- Provides direction, oversight, and feedback on programming, communication, operations, and lab activities
- Cultivates excellence in the Center’s services for researchers, students, and alumni
- Leads fundraising efforts and stewardship activities in partnership with the CAAI Faculty Director and internal stakeholders
- Manages budget and financial reporting responsibilities for all Center activities
- Builds relationships with internal and external stakeholders across academia and industry
- Ensures responsible data governance and security of Center-housed datasets
- Represents the Center at academic, industry, and other professional events
- Provides leadership for a Center with senior management and serves as a liaison to academic departments, professional organizations and administrative units of the University
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan