Full-time continuing role l
eading enterprise AI strategy for the University
Shape responsible AI adoption across teaching,researchand operations, driving funded AI initiatives from pilot to production at scale
Offering a competitive remuneration package including 17% superannuation
along with a comprehensive range of employee benefits
Solve by Talent is partnering with the University of Sydney to recruit an Associate Director, Artificial Intelligence to support the delivery of key Information and Communications Technology program (ICT) initiatives that help shape the future of education, research, and innovation.
Why join the University of Sydney?
Join one of Australia's leading universities at a pivotal point of change, where technology is evolving to better support student learning, empower teaching excellence, and enable research delivery at global scale.
ICT is central to delivering the University's academic mission. Working across faculties, disciplines, and research communities, you will shape the platforms, services, and partnerships that enable student success, strengthen teaching, and accelerate research impact.
This work spans both the critical services that keep the University running every day and the ongoing improvement of systems and experiences.
With strong investment and clear direction,you'lloperatein a large and complex environment where your contribution has visible, meaningful impact across the University.
You'llcollaborate across academic and professional communities to help shape a more connected and capable University, supporting teaching excellence, research impact, and student success.
The opportunity
This is a newly created leadership role within the Enterprise Services portfolio, focused on operationalising AI across the University. You will help define how AI moves from experimentation and pilot into secure, scalable, well-governed production services that create real value across teaching, research, and administration.
Working closely with senior stakeholders, technical teams, and innovation partners, you will lead the enterprise approach to AI strategy, governance, platform operations, and responsible adoption.



It is a rare chance to shape how one of Australia's most respected universities uses AI at scale, backed by strong investment and a clear ambition to lead in this space.
Whatyou'lldo
Lead the execution of the University's AI strategy, translating ambition into practical, scalable outcomes
Oversee AI platforms, services, and operational processes to ensure reliability, governance, and continuous improvement
Partner with innovation teams to transition AI use cases from concept and pilot into production support models
Build trusted relationships across faculties and professional portfolios to lift AI fluency and enable responsible adoption
Provide leadership on AI governance, ethics, risk, cybersecurity, and assurance across a complex enterprise environment.
Whatwe'relooking for
Strong experience leading AI operations, AI governance, or enterprise AI capability within a complex organisation
A technical foundation in software, data, integration, or platform environments, with enough depth to guide AI delivery credibly
A collaborative leader who can influence across boundaries, navigate ambiguity, and work effectively with diverse stakeholders
Strong knowledge of responsible AI, governance, assurance, cybersecurity, privacy, and risk frameworks
A strategic thinker who can connect emerging AI opportunities to business value, operational readiness, and long-term outcomes
What'sin it for you?
At the University of Sydney, we support our staff with a range of benefits designed to enhance your career,wellbeingand work-life balance, including:
Up to 17% superannuation to support your financial future
Extremely generous parental leave entitlements
Competitive salary with salary packaging options
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Career development and learning opportunities
Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness Passport
Access to a vibrant, globally recognised university community




Accessibility and inclusion
The University of Sydney is committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience for all candidates. If yourequireadjustments oradditionalsupport at any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.
This may include adjustments to the interview format, additionaltime, breaks, accessible interview locations, receiving materials in advance, or any other practical support that will help youparticipatecomfortably.
For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values aretrust, accountability and excellenceand we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating aUniversitycommunity that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment todiversity and inclusion,evidencedby our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers ofAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People,women,people living with a disability,people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify asLGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer.Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of allrolerequiredpre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.
Also, to meet the University's obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
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📌 Associate Director, Artificial Intelligence (Sydney)
🏢 The University of Sydney
📍 Sydney