Faculty Opportunity: Apply for Inaugural Cohort, AI in a Domain

April 22, 2026
To: University Faculty
From: Office of Responsible AI  
Subject: Faculty Opportunity: Apply for Inaugural Cohort, AI in a Domain
Date: Apr 22, 2026

University of Arizona faculty are invited to apply for the inaugural 2026-28 cohort of Associate Directors, AI in a Domain, a new leadership opportunity from the Office of Responsible AI and the Arizona Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Society. 

These two-year, renewable appointments will help connect the university-wide AI strategy with discipline-specific expertise. The roles include a stipend, support funds and access to institutional AI resources. Current U of A faculty from all ranks are encouraged to apply. Applications are due Monday, May 18

Learn more and submit your application

For questions, please contact David Ebert, chief AI and data science officer or Angela Cruz, senior director, CAIO Office and Institutes.