Executive Director, Center for AIDE

Position Information Position Title Executive Director, Center for AIDE Position Type Admin/Professional Department Center for AIDE Full or Part Time Full Time Pay Grade MN18 Position Summary Information 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 NEOMED is committed to supporting your health, well-being, and long-term success—both at work and beyond. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to help you thrive. 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#3349-07-45) 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 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