New

Director of the Center for AI in Business

East Carolina University

Commensurate with Qualifications

United States, North Carolina, Greenville

Jan 28, 2026

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title	Director of the Center for AI in Business
Position Number	COB-AI in Business
Vacancy Open to	ECU Employees
Department	AAH College of Business Academic
Department Homepage	https://business.ecu.edu/office-of-expert-services/
Advertising Department	COLLEGE OF BUSINESS/PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
Division	Academic Affairs
Classification Title	Director of the Center for AI in Business
Working Title	Director of the Center for AI in Business
Number of Vacancies	1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE)	N/A
Full Time or Part Time	Part Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.	Commensurate with Qualifications
Position Location (City)	Greenville
Position Type	Faculty (Teaching)
Job Category	Faculty (Teaching)
Primary Function of Organizational Unit	Join the Pirate Nation! East Carolina University ( ECU) is a Carnegie Doctoral University with high research activity. We are also a teaching institution that is renowned for academic excellence. As an R1 university, we make a significant investment in faculty research by providing support related to travel, technology, research databases, and development. We are one of the largest universities in North Carolina with almost 27,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Our main campus is in downtown Greenville, which is a rapidly expanding city and the predominant health, entertainment, financial, and educational hub of the eastern North Carolina region. In addition, many of our students come from rural communities with their own set of challenges and perspectives. The College of Business ( COB) has been AACSB accredited for over 40 years. We offer BSBA, MBA, and MSA degrees and our School of Hospitality Management offers both a BS in Hospitality Management and an MS in Sustainable Tourism and Hospitality. Additionally, the Miller School of Entrepreneurship offers a BS in Entrepreneurship. We are one of the largest Colleges of Business in the state with approximately 4,200 undergraduate and 900 graduate students. To date, the COB has approximately 150 faculty members of the highest caliber, skilled in the scholarship of research, teaching, and application of knowledge. A strategic goal of the college is to create an environment where the faculty, staff, and students can thrive and be personally and professionally respected.
Job Duties	INTERNAL POSTING: Open only to applicants currently employed by East Carolina University. The Center for AI in Business at East Carolina University is a strategic initiative designed to catalyze innovation, workforce development, and economic transformation in eastern North Carolina. Its mission aligns directly with ECU's broader goals of student success, public service, and regional transformation, and with the College of Business's commitment to preparing future leaders through experiential learning and applied research. The College of Business is seeking a Director to lead the Center's successful launch, growth, and longterm sustainability. This role demands significant leadership, coordination, and strategic oversight across multiple domains: 1. Strategic Leadership and Vision The Director will be responsible for shaping and executing the Center's vision, which includes: Establishing and maintaining partnerships with regional industries such as farming, manufacturing, tourism, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare. Positioning the Center as a focal point for AI-related initiatives across the College, University, and region. Ensuring alignment with ECU's mission and the College of Business's strategic goals. 2. Program Development and Oversight The Center's programming spans three pillars-professional education, student experiential learning, and applied research. The Director will: Lead the design and delivery of professional education programs in AI, including workshops and micro-credential offerings. Coordinate with faculty and industry partners to establish experiential learning projects that engage students in real-world AI applications. Guide applied research initiatives, including publications with student co-authors. 3. Operational Management and Growth The Director will manage the Center's operations and growth trajectory, including: Building and coordinating a network of faculty affiliates. Recruiting and supervising graduate assistants. Managing resources such as advanced technologies (e.g., robots, VR/AR headsets) and dedicated space for demonstrations and storage. Driving revenue generation through workshops, grants, sponsorships, and potential tech transfer opportunities. 4. External Engagement and Fundraising The Director will serve as the primary liaison to external stakeholders, including: A 12-member industry advisory board. Corporate sponsors and grant-making organizations. ECU's Tech Transfer office for monetizing AI-driven applications. 5. Financial Sustainability The Center is designed to be self-sustaining, with revenue generated from: Professional education programs. Grants and sponsorships. Monetization of AI applications. Contingent upon availability of funds.
Minimum Education/Experience	Master's degree or higher (PhD, EdD, DBA, JD) in field or associated business related discipline and documented achievements appropriate for appointment as a Fixed Term, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Full Professor. Demonstrated expertise in artificial intelligence and its applications in business contexts; Experience designing and delivering innovative courses, particularly those integrating AI or emerging technologies; Commitment to student experiential learning and student engagement through real-world projects; Demonstrated ability to develop or implement AI driven tools or platforms.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation	N/A
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
License or Certification Required by the Department
Special Instructions to Applicant	East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter/resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online. 2-3 original letters of reference are required for employment. Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section in the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement. For letters of reference not submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system, please have the original signed letters mailed to Mr. Lee Brown, Search Committee Chair, Director of the Cunanan Center for Professional Success, Mail Stop 503, College of Business, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858. An original transcript of highest earned degrees for selected candidate will be required prior to employment. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Additional Instructions to Applicant	In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Job Open Date	01/28/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.	02/11/2026
Initial Screening Begins	02/12/2026
Rank Level	Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Instructor
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting	https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/91152
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