Executive Director of the Center for Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Job Description Summary

The Executive Director of the Center for Artificial Intelligence (AI) at MUSC reports directly to the Chief AI Officer (CAIO) and plays a critical leadership role in advancing MUSC’s AI strategy across its academic, research, and healthcare missions. This position oversees the Center’s operations, including strategic planning, communications, outreach, and education. The Executive Director manages internal coordination such as meetings, symposia, and advisory board sessions, and leads the development of digital content, science writing, and social media engagement. They also supervise administrative support for the Center’s cores and programs, ensuring smooth execution of initiatives aligned with institutional priorities.

In collaboration with the CAIO and key stakeholders across MUSC, the Executive Director helps define and promote the Center’s vision, translating complex AI research and clinical innovations into accessible narratives for diverse audiences. They serve as a liaison between the Center and MUSC leadership, faculty, clinicians, donors, and the public, working closely with the Development and Communications offices to elevate the Center’s profile. The ideal candidate will bring strategic insight, operational excellence, and strong communication skills, along with a deep understanding of AI’s potential to transform healthcare and research.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Unclassified

Cost Center

CC005532 EVPAA - Center for Artificial Intelligence

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

The Executive Director of the Center for Artificial Intelligence (AI) at MUSC reports directly to the Chief AI Officer (CAIO) and plays a critical leadership role in advancing MUSC’s AI strategy across its academic, research, and healthcare missions. This position oversees the Center’s operations, including strategic planning, communications, outreach, and education. The Executive Director manages internal coordination such as meetings, symposia, and advisory board sessions, and leads the development of digital content, science writing, and social media engagement. They also supervise administrative support for the Center’s cores and programs, ensuring smooth execution of initiatives aligned with institutional priorities.

 

In collaboration with the CAIO and key stakeholders across MUSC, the Executive Director helps define and promote the Center’s vision, translating complex AI research and clinical innovations into accessible narratives for diverse audiences. They serve as a liaison between the Center and MUSC leadership, faculty, clinicians, donors, and the public, working closely with the Development and Communications offices to elevate the Center’s profile. The ideal candidate will bring strategic insight, operational excellence, and strong communication skills, along with a deep understanding of AI’s potential to transform healthcare and research.

30% Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Collaborate with the Chief AI Officer (CAIO) to define and promote the Center’s strategic vision.

• Translate complex AI research and clinical innovations into accessible narratives for diverse audiences.

• Align Center initiatives with MUSC’s academic, research, and healthcare missions.

 

30% Operations & Program Management

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Center, including planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.

• Supervise administrative support for the Center’s cores and programs.

• Ensure smooth execution of initiatives aligned with institutional priorities.

• Monitor and report on the Center’s progress toward strategic goals.

• Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements.

 

20% Internal Coordination & Event Management

• Organize and manage internal meetings, symposia, and advisory board sessions.

• Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders to support Center activities.

• Leverage the Executive Assistant to the CAIO in event management

 

15% Communications & Outreach

• Lead development of digital content, science writing, and social media engagement.

• Oversee educational initiatives and outreach programs related to AI.

• Serve as a liaison with the CAIO (or if the CAIO is unavailable) between the Center and MUSC leadership, faculty, clinicians, donors, and the public.

• Work closely with Development and Communications offices to elevate the Center’s profile.

• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Support fundraising efforts by collaborating with the Development Office and engaging potential donors.

• Promote awareness and understanding of AI’s role in healthcare and research across MUSC and the broader community.

 

5% Other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

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