Executive Director

University of Southern California, Andrew and Erna Viterbi School of Engineering, Information Sciences Institute; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern California, Andrew and Erna Viterbi School of Engineering, Information Scienc is seeking an aspirational Executive Director to lead a renowned institute in AI, information processing, computing, microelectronics, cybersecurity, and communications technologies.

The Executive Director will guide vision and strategy, oversee operations, and develop a sustainable federally funded research portfolio, while managing diverse faculty, professionals, and students across several

Qualifications

• Must have proven leadership in academic or research administration.
• Experience securing federal funding and managing large research portfolios.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and engage diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and guide the institute's vision and strategy to position it as a world leader in AI, information processing, computing, microelectronics, cybersecurity, and communications technologies.
• Oversee operations and develop a sustainable funding model, primarily federally funded, while coordinating faculty, professional staff, and graduate students across multiple locations.

Job description

The client is seeking an aspirational, collaborative, and strategic leader to serve as the next Executive Director for a renowned institute specializing in advanced artificial intelligence, information processing, computing, microelectronics, cybersecurity, and communications technologies. The Executive Director will be responsible for developing and guiding the vision and strategy to position the institute as a world leader in research and development within these fields. This role involves leading a diverse team of faculty, professional staff, and graduate students across multiple locations, ensuring the continued pursuit of groundbreaking scientific research.

With a legacy spanning over five decades, the institute has established itself as a pioneer in computing technologies, offering an intellectually vibrant environment that bridges the strengths of major research universities and industry laboratories. The Executive Director will be expected to build upon this strong foundation by implementing initiatives that foster interdisciplinary research, scholarship, and innovation. Additionally, the role includes overseeing operations and developing a sustainable funding model, primarily supported by federally funded research, to further expand the institute's impact.

The ideal candidate will be an exceptional communicator with a proven record of multidisciplinary team-building and effective management of diverse stakeholders. The Executive Director will support the institute's mission of developing bold solutions to complex problems and transforming lives through innovative research. The client encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and is committed to providing equal opportunities and reasonable accommodations for qualified candidates.