Assistant Director of Strategy, Communications, and Education Programs AI in Behavioral and Health Sciences College of Medicine

Gainesville, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Classification Title:	Assistant Director Education or Training Programs
Classification Minimum Requirements:	Masters degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience.
Job Description:	The Assistant Director of Strategy Communications and Education Programs serves as a senior integrative leader within the AI for Health Institute and Education Hub in the University of Florida College of Medicine. This role combines Institute-wide strategy communications and external engagement with leadership of the AI for Health Education Hub which focuses on workforce development curriculum design and translational education programs across the clinical biomedical and AI domains. The position also manages and oversees communications strategies for the AI in Behavioral and Health Sciences (AIBHS) program ensuring alignment with the broader AI for Health Institutes mission and messaging. This position is foundational to the Institutes growth and plays a central role in shaping how AI for Health is articulated taught scaled and sustainedinternally and externally. The AI Institute encompasses the AIBHS program and this role is responsible for coordinating education and communications efforts that serve both the Institute at large and the AIBHS program specifically. Initial funding for this role is supported through the Education Hub with scope and responsibility extending across the Institute. The Assistant Director works closely with Institute leadership faculty trainees health system partners and external stakeholders to translate vision into durable programs narratives and educational infrastructure. The Assistant Director manages the day-to-day operations of communications and education programs oversees surrounding staff and ensures effective implementation of approved strategic and work plans. This position actively seeks opportunities to create and enhance relationships between the Institute and internal/external partners building a broader network of collaboration throughout UF and beyond to strengthen and augment the Institute and its affiliated programs including AIBHS. More About This Role Institute Strategy Narrative and External Engagement Serves as a senior strategic partner to Institute leadership in shaping and executing the AI for Health vision. Owns and operationalizes the Institutes narrative and public voice ensuring clarity coherence and credibility across audiences. Leads Institute-wide communications marketing and engagement strategy including major initiatives(Frontiers Scholars Rising Fellows Education Hub programs and AIBHS) web digital and multimedia content newsletters reports and leadership-facing materials. Manages and oversees communications strategies for the AIBHS program ensuring that AIBHS messaging branding and outreach are consistent with and integrated into the broader AI for Health Institute communications framework. Translates complex AI-for-health research into clear compelling stories for clinicians scientists trainees health system leaders funders policymakers and the public. Develops targeted communications materials that highlight AIBHS research milestones and impact. Builds and manages relationships with internal university partners health systems and government entities industry and philanthropic stakeholders and media and external audiences on behalf of the Institute and AIBHS. Education Hub Leadership and Program Development Leads the AI for Health Education Hub including strategy design and execution of education and training programs across the continuum: medical students residents fellows graduate students postdoctoral trainees faculty and clinical workforce upskilling and community/pipeline programs as appropriate. Coordinates education programming that supports the AIBHS program through the AI Institute including developing and delivering AIBHS-aligned curricula training modules and workforce development initiatives in AI applications for behavioral and health sciences. Designs curricula workshops and experiential learning programs that integrate clinical context AI and data science ethics implementation and real-world deployment with specific attention to behavioral and health sciences applications relevant to AIBHS. Partners with faculty to translate research and innovation into educational offerings (courses certificates bootcamps workshops). Aligns education programs with workforce needs institutional priorities and external funding and sustainability models. Program Operations Growth and Sustainability Oversees day-to-day operations for communications and education programsincluding those supporting AIBHSmanaging timelines deliverables and staff coordination. Supervises and mentors staff contractors and external partners as programs scale. Develops and implements strategic plans for communications and education initiatives across both the Institute and AIBHS with clear metrics for success. Tracks impact evaluates outcomes and continuously refines programs for quality and scale. Supports funding development efforts including grant proposals philanthropic pitches and industry-supported education and training programs. Assists in identifying and pursuing funding opportunities relevant to AIBHS education and outreach. Financial and Administrative Management Assists in formulating and executing the Institutes budget within the structure of the College of Medicine. Ensures revenue and expense targets are realistic achievable and support the strategic plan and Institutes mission including AIBHS-related expenditures. Interprets applicable laws rules and guidance from the University College of Medicine federal and state agencies third party payers and private foundations. Formulates policies and procedures for the Directors review and approval. Manages all non-faculty administrative personnel within scope including hiring evaluation compensation and human resources concerns. Develops and applies accurate job descriptions with meaningful performance criteria. We Offer Exceptional Benefits Low-cost State Health Plans: Medical Dental and Vision Insurance Life and Disability Insurance Generous Retirement Options to secure your future Comprehensive Paid Time Off Packageincluding over 10 paid holidays as well as paid family sick and vacation leave Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities: Access to UF Training & Organizational Development programs leadership development LinkedIn Learning and more Tuition Assistancethrough theUF Employee Education Program Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer Learn more about what we have to offer here! About the City of Gainesville Home to the University of Florida one of the nations top public universities Gainesville offers vibrant academic and healthcare communities alongside an affordable cost of living no state income tax and mild winters. Enjoy the outdoors with over 30 miles of bike trails freshwater springs and numerous water activities plus easy access to beaches and world-class theme parks. Gainesville combines historic charm with modern amenities including a great school system a lively downtown and a thriving local culture with farmers markets and craft breweries. Discover professional growth and quality of life in Gainesvillewhere community innovation and work-life balance meet! For more information check out:The Guide to Greater GainesvilleandExplore Gainesville in 60 seconds
Expected Salary:	$100000 - $110000; commensurate with education and experience
Minimum Requirements:	Masters degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications:	PhD or equivalent experience preferred. Demonstrated experience leading research institute communications and strategy. Proven expertise in education program design curriculum development and training initiatives. Strong background translating complex scientific or technical content for diverse audiences. Experience managing teams budgets and multi-stakeholder initiatives. Excellent writing editing and storytelling skills. Experience leading communications for large externally funded research institutes. Track record of developing education outreach and workforce development programs. Familiarity with AI data science behavioral sciences health environmental or STEM-focused domains. Experience working with federal agencies health systems and K12 and higher education partners. Comfort operating in startup-like fast-scaling academic environments.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	To be considered please upload the following documents with your application: Cover Letter Resume Contact information for three professional references Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:	No

Required Experience:

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Classification Title:Assistant Director Education or Training ProgramsClassification Minimum Requirements:Masters degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience.Job Description:The Assistant Direc...

Classification Title:	Assistant Director Education or Training Programs
Classification Minimum Requirements:	Masters degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience.
Job Description:	The Assistant Director of Strategy Communications and Education Programs serves as a senior integrative leader within the AI for Health Institute and Education Hub in the University of Florida College of Medicine. This role combines Institute-wide strategy communications and external engagement with leadership of the AI for Health Education Hub which focuses on workforce development curriculum design and translational education programs across the clinical biomedical and AI domains. The position also manages and oversees communications strategies for the AI in Behavioral and Health Sciences (AIBHS) program ensuring alignment with the broader AI for Health Institutes mission and messaging. This position is foundational to the Institutes growth and plays a central role in shaping how AI for Health is articulated taught scaled and sustainedinternally and externally. The AI Institute encompasses the AIBHS program and this role is responsible for coordinating education and communications efforts that serve both the Institute at large and the AIBHS program specifically. Initial funding for this role is supported through the Education Hub with scope and responsibility extending across the Institute. The Assistant Director works closely with Institute leadership faculty trainees health system partners and external stakeholders to translate vision into durable programs narratives and educational infrastructure. The Assistant Director manages the day-to-day operations of communications and education programs oversees surrounding staff and ensures effective implementation of approved strategic and work plans. This position actively seeks opportunities to create and enhance relationships between the Institute and internal/external partners building a broader network of collaboration throughout UF and beyond to strengthen and augment the Institute and its affiliated programs including AIBHS. More About This Role Institute Strategy Narrative and External Engagement Serves as a senior strategic partner to Institute leadership in shaping and executing the AI for Health vision. Owns and operationalizes the Institutes narrative and public voice ensuring clarity coherence and credibility across audiences. Leads Institute-wide communications marketing and engagement strategy including major initiatives(Frontiers Scholars Rising Fellows Education Hub programs and AIBHS) web digital and multimedia content newsletters reports and leadership-facing materials. Manages and oversees communications strategies for the AIBHS program ensuring that AIBHS messaging branding and outreach are consistent with and integrated into the broader AI for Health Institute communications framework. Translates complex AI-for-health research into clear compelling stories for clinicians scientists trainees health system leaders funders policymakers and the public. Develops targeted communications materials that highlight AIBHS research milestones and impact. Builds and manages relationships with internal university partners health systems and government entities industry and philanthropic stakeholders and media and external audiences on behalf of the Institute and AIBHS. Education Hub Leadership and Program Development Leads the AI for Health Education Hub including strategy design and execution of education and training programs across the continuum: medical students residents fellows graduate students postdoctoral trainees faculty and clinical workforce upskilling and community/pipeline programs as appropriate. Coordinates education programming that supports the AIBHS program through the AI Institute including developing and delivering AIBHS-aligned curricula training modules and workforce development initiatives in AI applications for behavioral and health sciences. Designs curricula workshops and experiential learning programs that integrate clinical context AI and data science ethics implementation and real-world deployment with specific attention to behavioral and health sciences applications relevant to AIBHS. Partners with faculty to translate research and innovation into educational offerings (courses certificates bootcamps workshops). Aligns education programs with workforce needs institutional priorities and external funding and sustainability models. Program Operations Growth and Sustainability Oversees day-to-day operations for communications and education programsincluding those supporting AIBHSmanaging timelines deliverables and staff coordination. Supervises and mentors staff contractors and external partners as programs scale. Develops and implements strategic plans for communications and education initiatives across both the Institute and AIBHS with clear metrics for success. Tracks impact evaluates outcomes and continuously refines programs for quality and scale. Supports funding development efforts including grant proposals philanthropic pitches and industry-supported education and training programs. Assists in identifying and pursuing funding opportunities relevant to AIBHS education and outreach. Financial and Administrative Management Assists in formulating and executing the Institutes budget within the structure of the College of Medicine. Ensures revenue and expense targets are realistic achievable and support the strategic plan and Institutes mission including AIBHS-related expenditures. Interprets applicable laws rules and guidance from the University College of Medicine federal and state agencies third party payers and private foundations. Formulates policies and procedures for the Directors review and approval. Manages all non-faculty administrative personnel within scope including hiring evaluation compensation and human resources concerns. Develops and applies accurate job descriptions with meaningful performance criteria. We Offer Exceptional Benefits Low-cost State Health Plans: Medical Dental and Vision Insurance Life and Disability Insurance Generous Retirement Options to secure your future Comprehensive Paid Time Off Packageincluding over 10 paid holidays as well as paid family sick and vacation leave Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities: Access to UF Training & Organizational Development programs leadership development LinkedIn Learning and more Tuition Assistancethrough theUF Employee Education Program Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer Learn more about what we have to offer here! About the City of Gainesville Home to the University of Florida one of the nations top public universities Gainesville offers vibrant academic and healthcare communities alongside an affordable cost of living no state income tax and mild winters. Enjoy the outdoors with over 30 miles of bike trails freshwater springs and numerous water activities plus easy access to beaches and world-class theme parks. Gainesville combines historic charm with modern amenities including a great school system a lively downtown and a thriving local culture with farmers markets and craft breweries. Discover professional growth and quality of life in Gainesvillewhere community innovation and work-life balance meet! For more information check out:The Guide to Greater GainesvilleandExplore Gainesville in 60 seconds
Expected Salary:	$100000 - $110000; commensurate with education and experience
Minimum Requirements:	Masters degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications:	PhD or equivalent experience preferred. Demonstrated experience leading research institute communications and strategy. Proven expertise in education program design curriculum development and training initiatives. Strong background translating complex scientific or technical content for diverse audiences. Experience managing teams budgets and multi-stakeholder initiatives. Excellent writing editing and storytelling skills. Experience leading communications for large externally funded research institutes. Track record of developing education outreach and workforce development programs. Familiarity with AI data science behavioral sciences health environmental or STEM-focused domains. Experience working with federal agencies health systems and K12 and higher education partners. Comfort operating in startup-like fast-scaling academic environments.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	To be considered please upload the following documents with your application: Cover Letter Resume Contact information for three professional references Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:	No