Head of AI

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Head of AI

LUT Universities are seeking a visionary and dynamic Head of AI to join our community. 

This strategic role involves shaping and guiding the Artificial Intelligence initiatives across LUT University and LAB University of Applied Sciences, as well as fostering an environment of innovation, collaboration, and responsible AI use. The Head of AI will play a pivotal role in integrating AI into research, teaching, and administrative processes ensuring that our universities remain at the forefront of AI advancements while adhering to ethical standards.

The key responsibilities are to

Lead the creation and implementation of a comprehensive AI vision, strategy and roadmap that aligns with the LUT Universities’ goals, promoting cutting-edge and applied research, and the integration of AI in education. The Head of AI serves as a bridge between departments, facilitating interdisciplinary AI projects, fostering collaboration, and providing expert advice to enhance research and teaching methodologies through AI.

Act as the LUT Universities’ AI ambassador , engaging with stakeholders to foster collaborations, support AI initiatives and elevate the universities’ AI profile. The Head of AI is expected to develop and oversee the implementation of AI best practices and ethical use.

We expect from the applicant

• Experience in AI initiatives , preferably in an academic, research, or business environment considering responsible use of AI
• Strategic thinking , with the ability to conceptualize and execute a long-term vision for AI, balancing innovation with practical implementation
• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, Information Management, Business Analytics, or a related field
• Skills to communicate complex AI concepts to diverse audiences andto inspire individuals and teams towards achieving the vision and goals of AI initiatives
• Lean and agile mindset in responding to the evolving AI landscape, with a willingness to continuously learn and adapt strategies
• You have a fluent command of English , both written and spoken. Knowledge of Finnish is also an asset

We offer the opportunity to become part of an inspiring academic community with a unique position to lead and foster the strategic role and utilization of AI in the forefront of research and academic education. The multiple internal and external stakeholders nationally and internationally offer a large variety of initiatives, collaborations, and possibilities to profile and shape the operational landscape to meet the future possibilities of using AI.

Your home campus will be either in Lappeenranta or in Lahti. The employment relationship is permanent and full-time. 

The work will begin as soon as possible by agreement and has a six-month trial period. 

If you want to join us and be part of our community with this visionary position, please submit your application , salary request, resume, and any other attachments by 5 May 2024  at 23:59 Finnish local time (UTC +3) through our electronic system.

For more information , please contact Planning Director Maija Kuiri , (available on Fri 19 April, Mon 29 April or Tue 30 April) or Strategy Director Janne Hokkanen , (available between 12–16 on Wed 17 April, Tue 23 April or Thu 25 April).

LUT University | Clean energy, water and air are life-giving resources for which we at LUT University seek new solutions with our expertise in technology, business and social sciences. We help society and businesses in their sustainable renewal. Our international community consists of over 9,000 members. Our campuses are in Lappeenranta and Lahti, Finland. We are one of the world's top universities for climate action.  lut.fi/en

LAB University of Applied Sciences | The best of both worlds: studies and work. The LAB University of Applied Sciences is a higher education institution specialising in innovation, business and industry. It operates in Lahti and Lappeenranta, Finland, and also online. We offer education in five fields: health care and social services, technology, business, hospitality, and design, fine arts and visual communication. Our strengths include the circular economy, design, innovations and health. We have 9800 students and 550 teachers and RDI experts, which makes us the sixth largest university of applied sciences in Finland.  lab.fi/en

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