Lead of Emerging Technology Programs

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Job Title: Lead of Emerging Technology Programs Department: Academic Affairs Administration | Timashev Center for Software Innovation This Emerging Technology Lead position will be responsible for coordinating and delivering on specified education initiatives at the university that will often span the campus community and beyond, starting with one of the university’s most ambitious goals: AI Fluency. This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of driving transformative programs that empower students, faculty, and staff. The Lead will be responsible for executing on the strategic plans, building structure, and providing the necessary support and resources to enable units across campus to successfully deliver on these initiatives. Collaboration and coordination will be essential, as this work spans multiple departments and audiences. The primary focus in the near term will be the university’s AI Fluency initiative, announced in the summer of 2025. This flagship effort aims for the Class of 2029 to graduate with the ability to confidently and effectively apply AI in their field of study. Reporting to the AVP of Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship, the Lead will oversee key workstreams in partnership with the AVP: developing execution plans informed by the established strategy, collaborating with units across the university to bring plans to life, and tracking progress. The ideal candidate has successfully driven high-impact, cross-functional initiatives with clarity and purpose. This role will also: • Partner with marketing and communications teams to ensure compelling, clear messaging reaches the right audiences • Lead or support others in convening faculty and other stakeholders through forums, councils, and other programming or event types to promote collaboration • Ensure consistent tracking, reporting, and sharing of progress and insights with both internal and external stakeholders Additionally, the Lead will work closely with the Office of Technology and Digital Innovation (OTDI) to explore potential edtech tools or operational solutions that support these efforts. Close collaboration with faculty and educators will be essential, both for feedback and co-creation. The Lead will be called upon to convene and lead working groups of educators, staff, and students—facilitating collaboration and aligning execution across teams. A strong candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of and avid, self-driven interest in learning the latest in emerging technology, trends, and continuous education in the uses, impact, and trajectory of new technology. Further, an ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in developing upskilling initiatives and/or education. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree. Minimum of six years of relevant work experience. Required Education and Experience: o Bachelor’s Degree. o Minimum of six years of relevant work experience. o Ability to collaborate and work with large groups as well as individuals. o Strong organizational, execution and project management skills needed. Ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal communication. o Strong relationship management skills. Ability to measure, track, and articulate metrics and results. Additional Information: Please submit both a cover letter and a resume to be considered for this opportunity. The Targeted Hiring Range for this position is $103,000 - $134,500. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc. Function: Business Planning and Operations Subfunction: Project Management Band: Specialized Level: 4 Location: University Square South (1032) Position Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: First Shift Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions. 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