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The Language Technologies Institute within the Kenneth C. Griffin School of Computer Science seeks a qualified individual to serve as Certificate Director for its new Professional Certificate ecosystem, launching in Fall 2026. The portfolio is a fully online, stackable set of professional certificates—beginning with the Machine Learning & Data Science (MLDS) and Generative AI (GenAI) certificates—built on a distinctive model: faculty own the science, professional curriculum developers own the pedagogy, and distinguished industry Adjunct Preceptors own live delivery.
The Director provides academic leadership for the entire portfolio and is accountable for its strategic direction, academic integrity, growth, and external visibility. The role is designed to be conducted largely remotely; campus presence is expected for select activities such as cohort orientations, annual portfolio reviews, and key meetings with SCS and University leadership.
Core Responsibilities
Portfolio strategy and thought leadership
- Define the vision and strategic direction of the LTI Professional Certificate ecosystem and oversee its evolution
- Identify emerging technical areas and workforce needs; recommend new certificate offerings (e.g., AI Evaluation and Veracity, Human-Centered AI, Speech Technologies, Multilinguality)
- Ensure alignment with the educational mission and research strengths of LTI/SCS
- Represent LTI in discussions on AI workforce development, executive education, and lifelong learning
Academic governance
- Appoint Faculty Course Directors and Certificate Curriculum Developers
- Approve Adjunct Preceptors from the approved instructional pool
- Ensure consistency and academic rigor across all certificates
- Chair the certificate admissions committee (convening twice per semester)
Faculty engagement
- Promote faculty participation and cross-certificate collaboration
- Encourage shared courses and instructional assets across certificates
Student experience
- Lead portfolio-wide orientation and onboarding for each new cohort, in coordination with program staff
- Communicate academic expectations, resources, and community norms; foster engagement through seminars and networking
- Serve as faculty ambassador for the portfolio
University and external relations
- Serve as primary liaison to the Provost's Office and CMU Online
- Oversee certificate approvals, renewals, and compliance
- Work with SCS Partnerships and Advancement to cultivate industry collaborations
Portfolio review
- Conduct an annual review of enrollments, student outcomes, industry demand, instructional quality, financial sustainability, and curriculum refresh priorities
Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in computer science, language technologies, machine learning, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated record of teaching excellence and curriculum leadership
- Experience with academic program administration or governance
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively across faculty, staff, industry, and University leadership
- A combination of education and proven experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with online, professional, or executive education
- Established relationships with industry research and engineering leaders in AI
- Familiarity with CMU academic governance, CMU Online, and certificate approval processes
- Experience launching or scaling new educational programs, including stackable or micro-credential models
- Knowledge of the AI workforce landscape and professional learner needs
Requirements:
- Successful completion of a pre-employment background check
Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.
Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.
Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!
For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.
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Location
Pittsburgh, PAJob Function
Academic Program AdministrationPosition Type
Staff – Fixed Term (Fixed Term)Full Time/Part time
Part timePay Basis
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