Director, Arts & Humanities AI Institute

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University seeks a James Mitchell Endowed Chair and Arts & Humanities AI Institute Center Director to lead the Arts and Humanities AI Institute (AHAII). The role combines administrative leadership with teaching and scholarly activity, with a 50% FTE director appointment and potential tenure-track progression in an Arts or Humanities department.

Start date anticipated July 1, 2027. The successful candidate will oversee facilities, budget, and strategic direction, foster

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in arts or humanities sufficient for tenure-track appointment.
• Evidence of scholarly or artistic achievement in AI and arts/humanities.
• Demonstrated leadership and administrative experience across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Provide steady, innovative leadership for AHAII as center director.
• Support fundraising efforts with OSU Advancement.
• Initiate and partner on writing grants and industry connections to support AHAII.
• Manage budgets, resources, and space for the institute.
• Coordinate arts, humanities, and AI initiatives in teaching, scholarship, and engagement.
• Mentor faculty, students, and staff and promote professional development.
• Advocate for the institute to university units, communities, and external fields.
• Lead engagement with communities and public/private organizations.

Skills

Leadership

Administrative experience

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Fundraising

Education

Terminal degree in arts or humanities

Job description

The Ohio State University seeks a James Mitchell Endowed Chair and Arts & Humanities AI Institute Center Director to lead the Arts and Humanities AI Institute (AHAII). The role combines administrative leadership with teaching and scholarly activity, with a 50% FTE director appointment and potential tenure-track progression in an Arts or Humanities department.

Start date anticipated July 1, 2027. The successful candidate will oversee facilities, budget, and strategic direction, foster