Executive Director, Robotics & Intelligent Machines

Institute for Robotics and Intelligent Machines; Atlanta (GA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) seeks an Executive Director for the Institute for Robotics and Intelligent Machines (IRIM) to champion robotics initiatives campus‑wide and build partnerships locally and globally. This leader will align researchers, students, staff, and partners to advance high‑impact priorities and strengthen Georgia Tech's robotics position.

The successful candidate will be a servant‑leader, able to secure major external funding, grow collaborations with

Qualifications

• Visionary, innovative leader with strategic mindset to grow IRIM and engage the community.
• Experience guiding interdisciplinary research initiatives and securing external funding.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to promote initiatives internally and externally.

Responsibilities

• Provide a compelling vision for IRIM to advance Georgia Tech's leadership in robotics research and innovation.
• Mobilize and align IRIM’s students, staff, faculty, and partners around high‑impact priorities.
• Lead strategic partnerships with industry, government, and global research organizations; secure funding.
• Oversee IRIM’s budgetary and financial commitments and guide organizational direction.
• Develop fundraising strategies to support faculty success and growth of IRIM's research portfolio.

Job description

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) seeks an Executive Director for the Institute for Robotics and Intelligent Machines (IRIM) to champion robotics initiatives campus‑wide and build partnerships locally and globally. This leader will align researchers, students, staff, and partners to advance high‑impact priorities and strengthen Georgia Tech's robotics position.

The successful candidate will be a servant‑leader, able to secure major external funding, grow collaborations with