Technical Director, Generative AI Lab, Wharton_

University OverviewThe University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.Posted Job TitleTechnical Director, Generative AI Lab, WhartonJob Profile TitleInformation Technology Technical DirectorJob Description SummaryWharton School OverviewFounded in 1881 as the world’s first collegiate business school, the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is shaping the future of business by incubating ideas, driving insights, and creating leaders who change the world. With campuses in both Philadelphia and San Francisco, Wharton has over 850 staff, a faculty population of more than 235 renowned professors, and 5,000 undergraduate, MBA, executive MBA, and doctoral students. Each year 13,000 professionals from around the world advance their careers through Wharton Executive Education’s individual, company-customized, and online programs. More than 104,000 Wharton alumni form a powerful global network of leaders who transform business every day. Wharton is home to a diverse population of staff, representing a rich array of backgrounds, expertise, and cultures. To learn more, visit www.wharton.upenn.edu.Wharton’s Generative AI Lab is dedicated to exploring the frontiers of how Generative AI can impact and transform education, work, and society. Led by Co-Directors, Ethan Mollick and Lilach Mollick, GAIL combines research and prototyping to create applications for AI that will change how we work and learn. To learn more visit our website.Job DescriptionWhy we need youOur mission at GAIL is to revolutionize education and work through the power of Generative AI. As we continue to innovate, we’ll be developing a robust, scalable platform that integrates seamlessly with various systems and empowers users to create AI-driven experiences. We need a visionary Technical Director to lead our development team and vendors and build a deeply interactive open-source platform (Primer) to empower non-technical educators and organization to build their own tools.In this role, your expertise will be instrumental in transforming innovative ideas into reality. You'll play a key part in shaping the future of generative AI, guiding its application to create safe and effective adaptive experiences. As an organization we are committed to radical transparency and this means that our collective work, including yours, will be showcased publicly. We regularly publish research briefs that detail our development process, insights, and outcomes, ensuring that we share what we learn with the broader community. For a glimpse into our transparent approach, see our recent paper (srn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract\_id=4871171) .Here’s what you’ll be doingAs the Technical Director, you will be the driving force behind our technical projects, ensuring the successful design, development, and deployment of our AI-powered platform and tools. You'll collaborate closely with developers and designers, providing leadership and direction to bring innovative ideas to life.Oversee the design, development, and deployment of our open-source platform, ensuring scalability and integration with multiple systems.+ Lead the creation of AI-powered educational tools and games, driving innovation in learning technologies.+ Work with developers and designers to define technical requirements, scopes, and timelines.+ Maintain high standards of code quality and system reliability through rigorous code reviews and mentorship.+ Manage relationships with technology partners and oversee external partnerships and vendor agreements.+ Facilitate sprint planning sessions, ensuring efficient project management and timely delivery.+ Stay abreast of developments in generative AI, applying insights for continuous improvement.+ Mentor and develop a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.This position is contingent upon funding.You need these qualifications+ A bachelor's degree and over 7 years of experience in a technology management role, preferably in technology startups, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.+ You have a proven track record of managing a team, providing coaching and performance management.+ You have experience as a software engineer or software architect, collaborating closely with a technology-focused team.+ You understand software architecture principles and can guide decision-making for software platforms.+ You have experience overseeing the successful delivery of software projects using modern SDLC methodologies, such as Agile.+ You have worked with CTOs, Software Architects, and other technology leaders to develop and execute a technology strategy.+ You can diagnose faults in software applications and platforms, leveraging your technical expertise and collaboration with technical teams+ You have spent (at least) 10+ hours in hands-on experimentation with cutting-edge generative AI tools, such as GPT-4, Claude 3.5 Sonnet, and Gemini Advanced and have actively integrated these tools into your professional workflow.It would be nice if+ You have demonstrated success in leading a new technology initiative.+ You have experience working with senior technology leaders on software delivery strategy.+ You hold a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.+ You have led technological transformation projects.How to applyWe're eager to learn about you and your work. To apply, please submit:1. Your resume2. A detailed account of your current use of generative AI, including:+ Three in-depth examples of how you're actively using generative AI in your work+ Specific outcomes and insights from these tools+ Any challenges you've encountered and how you've addressed the3. A cover letter expressing your interest in this role and how you envision contributing to our mission.Your unique experiences and insights are invaluable to us, and we look forward to the possibility of welcoming you to our team.The anticipated pay range is $150,000-160,000 Final Salary is based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.Job Location - City, StatePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / SchoolWharton SchoolPay Range$90,860.00 - $160,000.00 Annual RateSalary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.Affirmative Action Statement Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.Special Requirements Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.University Benefits+ Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.+ Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits . You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.+ Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.+ Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.+ Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.+ Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.+ Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.+ University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.+ Discounts and Special Services : From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.+ Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.+ Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.+ Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.​To learn more, please visit: r.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-payThe University of Pennsylvania's special character is reflected in the diversity of the Penn community. We seek talented faculty and staff who will constitute a vibrant community that draws on the strength that comes with a substantive institutional commitment to diversity along dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, veteran status, interests, perspectives, and socioeconomic status. Grounded in equal opportunity, nondiscrimination, and affirmative action, Penn's robust commitment to diversity is fundamental to the University's mission of advancing knowledge, educating leaders for all sectors of society, and public service. The University of Pennsylvania prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.