AI Integration Specialist

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks an AI Integration Specialist to help apply AI and automation across teaching, research, and administration in the College of Business. You will design, develop, and maintain AI-enabled applications and automated workflows in collaboration with faculty and staff.

Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential, with a background in programming and automation. Lincoln, NE-based position with growth opportunities within a dynamic university setting.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field and one year of experience in programming, automation, or system integration.
• Experience developing or supporting AI-enabled applications or automation workflows.
• Experience leveraging RPA tools and applying AI platforms such as OpenAI, Copilot, or Power Automate.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Additional years of relevant experience or education may substitute for required education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Support design, development, and maintenance of AI-enabled applications and automated workflows.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to identify opportunities for AI and automation to streamline processes.
• Assist in applying AI and automation to teaching, research, and administrative operations.

Skills

Associate's degree in CS or related

1 year programming/automation/system‑d

AI-enabled apps/automation workflows

RPA and AI platforms (OpenAI, Copilot,

Education

Associate's degree in computer science or related field

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field (preferred)

Job description

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Position Information

Working Title

Working Title AI Integration Specialist

Department

Department College of Business-0897

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_260351

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 05/11/2026

Application Review Date

(To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

05/26/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

The AI Integration Specialist serves as a foundational technical role within the College of Business, supporting the application of artificial intelligence and automation technologies to improve teaching, research, and administrative operations.

This position performs technical and analytical tasks under general supervision and assists with the design, development, and maintenance of AI-enabled applications and automated workflows. The specialist collaborates with faculty and staff to identify opportunities for using technology to streamline processes, increase efficiency, and support innovation across the college.

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/ .

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field and one (1) year of experience in programming, automation, or system integration.
• Additional years of relevant experience or completed relevant education may substitute for required education/experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience developing or supporting AI-enabled applications or automation workflows.
• Experience leveraging Robotic Process Automation ( RPA ) tools and applying AI platforms such as OpenAI (ChatGPT or Codex), Microsoft Copilot, or Power Automate.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, data science, or a related field.
• Experience working within higher education environment or research setting.
• One year experience working within a ticketing system for managing technical requests.
• One year experiencesoftware versioning and testing.
• Knowledge of data governance, information security, and ethical AI
  practices.
• Knowledge of software development life cycle methodologies.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

No

Physical Required

No

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Yes

Job Category (old)

Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)

Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

No

Appointment End Date

Planned Hire Date:

Planned Hire Date: May 2026

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