Director, Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence/ Faculty Program Director

Reporting to the Provost & Chief Academic Officer, the Director provides strategic, academic, and operational leadership for Bryant University’s Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence (the “Center”). The Director translates Bryant’s AI vision into practice by strengthening AI-infused education and credentials, expanding applied research and external partnerships, and promoting the responsible, ethical, and secure use of AI across the University.

The Center operates in a hub-and-spoke model. As the institutional “hub” leader, the Director coordinates with cross-campus partners—particularly deans and program directors, the Center for Teaching Excellence, the Sprague Center for Entrepreneurship and Design Thinking, the Sales Institute, the Executive Education & Career Accelerator, and the Office of Information Services—to ensure that Bryant’s AI strategy is integrated, scalable, and measurable.

Key partners and stakeholders

This position may be appointed as either a Staff Director or a Faculty Director. The specific appointment will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, academic preparation, and relevant experience.

Bryant is recognized as a top 1 percent national leader in student education outcomes and ROI and regularly receives high rankings from U.S. News and World Report, QS Stars, Money, Bloomberg Businessweek, Wall Street Journal, and College Factual. Bryant’s strategic plan, Vision 2030, redefines higher education through a commitment to providing students with a transformational learning experience. Vision 2030 accelerates advancements in academic innovation, experiential learning, vibrant student life, Division I athletics, and a connected community that fosters belonging and success.