Assistant Vice President, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy
University of GuelphGuelph, Ontario, Canada
Posted March 24, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
The University of Guelph is a research-intensive and learner-centred institution that has achieved prominence in Canada and around the world for its commitment to developing exceptional thinkers and engaged citizens.
Job Description
The University of Guelph invites applications for the role of Assistant Vice-President, Artificial Intelligence Strategy (AVP-AI). The AVP-AI will set and steward the University's institutional strategy for artificial intelligence across research, teaching and learning, and operations, working collaboratively with academic leaders, faculty and academic staff, researchers, administrative executives, staff, and students. The role focuses on strategic alignment, policy development, institutional readiness, and capability-building, overseeing the successful implementation and execution of AI initiatives and ensuring that AI investments and applications advance the University's academic mission, values, and long-term priorities.
Requirements
- academic leader
- demonstrated excellence in AI-based research and application
- deep understanding of AI technologies and research frontiers
- strong commitment to responsible, ethical, and equitable AI
- highly effective communicator and relationship-builder
- experience leading interdisciplinary or institution-wide initiatives
- knowledge of AI governance and policy development
- familiarity with the Canadian higher education context
Benefits
- health benefits
- pension plan
- educational assistance
