Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEWSUTD\'s DAI programme aims to produce graduates who seamlessly integrate AI with design innovation. As we expand our offerings with a new MSc DAI for Enterprise in 2025, we seek a dynamic leader to drive these programmes forward, ensuring they remain at the forefront of education and industry relevance.The Head of Programme-Design and Artificial Intelligence (HoP-DAI) will join the SUTD leadership team to shape and evolve the programme\'s strategic vision. The ideal candidate will have an established career in design, a demonstrated interest in applying generative AI, and the ability to lead academic and industry collaborations. A passion for education and mentoring both undergraduate and postgraduate students is essential.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Programme Leadership: Shape the evolution of DAI programmes to align with AI advancements and maintain strong industry relevance.
• Academic Excellence: Mentor faculty to foster innovation, research, and collaboration across disciplines.
• Industry Collaboration: Work closely with industry partners to ensure programme relevance, curate cutting-edge content, and support work-learn opportunities.
• CET Development: Design and manage Continuous Education and Training (CET) courses based on core DAI content.
• Community Engagement: Uphold and contribute to SUTD\'s D.AI.Tech philosophy, working with DesignZ Leads and other community stakeholders.

• Proven leadership in design with practical applications of generative AI.
• Strong academic standing or comparable industry role with experience in educational programme management.
• Demonstrated success in fostering innovation, research, and industry partnerships.
• Effective team management with the ability to inspire faculty and students.
• Experience in developing and managing undergraduate, postgraduate, and CET programmes.

• Strategic thinker with a forward-looking approach.
• Passionate educator committed to student success.
• Strong collaborator with industry and academic stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a focus on innovation and design.

• SUTD Provost

• Faculty in the DAI Programme
• Employee in the DAI Programme

• Associate Provosts
• Heads of the Pillars
• Head of Clusters
• Associate Pillar Heads
• Senior Administration Team members including CFO, CHRO and VP Admin
• Directors of various SUTD research centers
• Stakeholders at key government agencies (e.g., MOE, NRF, A*STAR) and Industry Partners (e.g., Changi Hospital, Changi Airport)

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