Executive Director, Center for AIDE

Job description

Executive Director, Center for AIDE

Position Type: Admin/Professional

Department: Center for AIDE

Full or Part Time: Full Time

Pay Grade: MN18

Summary: This is a high-impact joint appointment leadership role responsible for translating vision into execution for the center focused on advancing human-centered artificial intelligence in healthcare. The Executive Director will build and lead a multidisciplinary team, establish core operations and infrastructure, and drive the development and deployment of AI solutions across clinical application workflow integration, research & discovery, education, and innovation & industry engagement. The Executive Director will operate at the intersection of healthcare delivery, academic research, and technological innovation, serving as the primary integrator across UH and NEOMED stakeholders, and as the external face of AIDE (Artificial Intelligence and Digital Experience) to partners, industry, and the broader AI ecosystem. The Executive Director will report jointly to two executive sponsors, one from UH and one from NEOMED, and will work closely with a Joint Steering Committee and other governance bodies. AIDE represents a unique opportunity to build a next-generation AI center at the intersection of healthcare, education, and innovation. The Executive Director will play a defining role in shaping how AI is responsibly developed and deployed to improve patient care, advance research, and transform the healthcare workforce.

Principal Functional Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Execution

Translate AIDE’s vision into a clear, actionable strategy with measurable outcomes

Identify, prioritize, and build a portfolio of high-impact AI initiatives (“Big Ideas” and operational use cases)

Drive execution from concept through deployment, ensuring real-world impact in clinical and operational settings

Establish AIDE as a national leader in applied, ethical, and scalable healthcare AI

Organizational Build & Operational Leadership

Stand up AIDE’s operating model, including governance, workflows, and decision‑making processes

Recruit, build, and lead a high‑performing, multidisciplinary team (up to 15 FTE across several phases)

Oversee budget (~$5-6M annually), resource allocation, and performance management

Develop internal processes for project intake, prioritization, delivery, and evaluation while leveraging the strengths of existing institutional processes at both UH and NEOMED

AI Innovation, Translation & Deployment (InsideOut)

Oversee development, validation, and deployment of AI/ML/DL solutions in partnership with clinical, research, and IT teams

Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with regulatory and ethical standards

Bridge technical and non‑technical stakeholders to translate AI capabilities into practical applications

Promote best practices in MLOps, model monitoring, and responsible AI

Partnership Development & External Engagement (OutsideIn)

Build and manage strategic partnerships with industry, technology companies, startups, and peer institutions

Collaborate with UH Ventures and other entities to support commercialization and co‑development opportunities

Navigate the use and absorption of technologies from startups and/or industry, consisting of both clinical and non‑clinical opportunities to advance operational efficiencies and customer/caregiver experiences

Establish and engage an External Advisory Council

Represent AIDE in national forums, conferences, and strategic collaborations

Governance, Trust & Responsible AI

Establish and operationalize governance frameworks for AI use, including privacy, security, bias mitigation, and compliance

Where possible, coordinate/integrate with UH and NEOMED governance bodies, legal, compliance, and IT leadership

Ensure alignment with evolving regulatory standards (e.g., HIPAA, FDA considerations)

Promote a culture of responsible, transparent, and human‑centered AI

Education, Workforce & Culture

Partner with UH and NEOMED leadership to advance AI education, training, and workforce development

Promote AI literacy across clinicians, staff, and learners

Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning

Qualifications

Advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., data science, computer science, engineering, health informatics, clinical/translational research, behavioral science, advanced analytics, or related discipline)

Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in AI, data science, digital health, or related fields

Demonstrated experience developing and deploying AI/ML/DL solutions in real‑world environments (not limited to research)

Experience leading cross‑functional teams and managing complex, multi‑stakeholder initiatives

Certification or experience in human‑centered design

Proven ability to manage budgets, personnel, and organizational operations

Demonstrated communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non‑technical audiences

Key Leadership Profile Characteristics

Technically credible : able to engage deeply with AI/ML/DL concepts, systems, and tradeoffs

Operationally strong : able to build, execute, and deliver in a fast‑moving environment

Collaborative leader : skilled at navigating complex organizational structures and aligning diverse stakeholders

Strategic and pragmatic : balances long‑term vision with near‑term execution and measurable outcomes

Externally oriented : comfortable representing AIDE and building partnerships beyond the institution (e.g., thought leadership and spokesperson for media and conferences)

Ethically principled : in the AI space, you must lead by example, balancing an awareness of algorithmic bias with a steadfast commitment to human‑centered ethics

Preferred Qualifications

Terminal degree

Experience in an academic medical center, health system, or similarly complex environment

Track record of building or scaling programs, centers, or innovation initiatives

Experience with AI governance, ethics, and regulatory frameworks

Experience working with industry partners, startups, or commercialization efforts

Experience as an entrepreneur in the digital health space

Familiarity with clinical workflows, EHR systems, and healthcare data environments

Established network within AI, healthcare, or technology ecosystems

Physical Requirements

Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and other office equipment.

Department Specific Information

Exciting Opportunity for an Executive Director at Northeast Ohio Medical University!

Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) is a mission‑driven, community‑based medical university committed to educating health professionals, advancing discovery, and improving the health of our region. We are seeking an Executive Director in the new Center for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Experience (AIDE).

This executive leadership role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of human‑centered artificial intelligence in healthcare. Serving as the strategic and operational leader of the Center for AIDE, the Executive Director will drive the development, integration, and responsible deployment of AI solutions across healthcare delivery, research, education, and innovation. Working collaboratively with University Hospitals (Cleveland, OH), the Executive Director will build a multidisciplinary team, establish core infrastructure and governance, foster strategic partnerships, and position the Center for AIDE as a national leader in ethical and scalable healthcare AI innovation. This highly visible role is ideal for a visionary leader who thrives at the intersection of healthcare, technology, academic medicine, and operational transformation.

We are committed to fostering a collaborative and team‑oriented environment that is essential to fulfilling our mission. We believe every employee should feel appreciated, valued, and empowered. To maintain a supportive organizational culture, we seek individuals whose values align with our mission and who thrive in a team‑based approach. We encourage individuals whose values align with this collaborative approach to apply.

Benefits & Perks

Healthcare Coverage

Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)

Short‑and long‑term disability coverage, long‑term care coverage options, and life insurance

Retirement

State retirement plan with 14% employer matching to help you plan for the future

Paid Time Off

Generous vacation and sick leave, in addition to 11 paid holidays each year

Additional Benefits

Hybrid work environment (up to two remote days per week after six months) (Policy#3349-7-151)

Educational benefits with our partner universities (Policy# )

Ongoing investment in your professional growth through on‑site training and Lean Six Sigma certification

Employee wellness activities and initiatives that support a healthy work‑life balance

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NEOMED is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable state or federal law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, NEOMED also affirms its commitment to nondiscrimination in its employment policies and practices. In compliance with Title IX (20 U.S.C Sec. 1681 et seq.), NEOMED prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment.

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