Director of AI Research Solutions​/Sr Research Associate Information Technol

Director of AI Research Solutions/Sr Research Associate, 12 Month Salaried (Information Technology Services)

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job : 61768

Director of AI Research Solutions provides strategic leadership in advancing and integrating Artificial Intelligence across the university’s research enterprise, collaborating closely with the Office of the Vice President for Research to foster AI adoption, enhance interdisciplinary coordination, and strengthen FSU’s reputation in AI research and innovation.

• Serve as the primary technical advisor in AI domains (machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, generative AI, data science) supporting faculty, staff, and student researchers.
• Design and implement programs that integrate AI methodologies into research activities; provide guidance on resource acquisition and establish service protocols aligned with institutional objectives.
• Lead university-wide initiatives to optimize AI resources and infrastructure, chair relevant working groups, and develop communications that articulate the impact of AI research.
• Maintain expertise in emerging AI technologies and best practices; contribute to national academic forums and assist in shaping the university’s AI strategy.
• Collaborate with ITS and OVPR to formulate financial models supporting sustainable AI services.

Master’s degree from an accredited institution with a demonstrated record of academic research achievement, or professional qualifications equivalent to the highest degree. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Research Associate. Additional education and experience as required.

• Master’s degree required;
  PhD preferred.
• Minimum three years of recent experience working with AI in research-focused academic or industry settings.

For questions on this position please contact Kaylyn Minnix – kminnix or Phyllis Williams – phenderson

Florida State University, founded in 1851, is one of the nation’s elite research universities dedicated to advancing knowledge across the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions.

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.