Assistant VP, AI Research Enablement

Old Dominion University; Norfolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA is seeking an Assistant Vice President of Research & AI Enablement to lead the university's AI-enabled research ecosystems, computing platforms, and integrated digital capabilities.

The role bridges research, teaching and operations by building scalable, secure, high-performance environments and translating capabilities into institutional impact across programs and partnerships.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field and demonstrated leadership in digital innovation.
• Experience with externally funded research initiatives.
• Experience leading across research, academic and operational domains.
• Knowledge of AI/ML applications in research contexts.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for AI enablement, research computing and digital capabilities.
• Bridge research, teaching and operations to translate capabilities into institutional impact.
• Collaborate with researchers, faculty and stakeholders to align platforms with needs.

Skills

Leadership experience

Digital innovation

Research leadership

Collaboration with researchers and key

AI/ML technologies knowledge

Education

PhD in a relevant field (e.g., data science, information systems, educational technology, or related discipline)

Tools

GCP / AWS cloud platforms

High-performance computing

Job description

Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA is seeking an Assistant Vice President of Research & AI Enablement to lead the university's AI-enabled research ecosystems, computing platforms, and integrated digital capabilities.

The role bridges research, teaching and operations by building scalable, secure, high-performance environments and translating capabilities into institutional impact across programs and partnerships.