Director of CMU Miami Academic Initiatives

Carnegie Mellon University•Pittsburgh, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a strategic, collaborative leader to shape the operational frameworks, academic processes, and faculty experiences supporting the development and long-term success of CMU Miami. The Director will work closely with the Dean and Vice President of CMU Miami, academic leaders, faculty, and university partners to turn strategic priorities into actionable plans and sustainable solutions. The role connects strategic vision with practical execution. The Director will help design and improve the structures, resources, and processes needed by a growing academic community, working across strategy, operations, organizational effectiveness, governance, and stakeholder engagement. This is a full-time, salaried position initially based on-site in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with an expectation that it will relocate to the Miami, Florida area as the campus develops. The position requires periodic travel between the Pittsburgh and Miami campuses. The role is listed as 37.5 hours per week and on-site five days per week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
At least 8 years of relevant professional experience.
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States; CMU will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
Must be willing and able to relocate to the Miami area as the role evolves.
Ability to travel periodically between Carnegie Mellon’s Pittsburgh and Miami campuses.

Nice To Haves

An advanced degree is strongly preferred.
Comparable knowledge demonstrated through a combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Partner with campus leadership and academic stakeholders to translate CMU Miami’s vision and priorities into implementation plans, measurable outcomes, and actionable recommendations.
Anticipate emerging needs, assess competing priorities, and inform leadership decision-making as the academic enterprise grows.
Design operating models, administrative frameworks, and cross-functional processes that support academic activities.
Identify opportunities to simplify workflows, strengthen resource planning, clarify responsibilities, and establish scalable practices.
Develop governance frameworks that promote clear decision-making, accountability, and appropriate oversight.
Work with academic leaders and university partners to navigate policies, assess organizational and operational risks, address emerging issues, and support transparent decision-making.
Design and implement a comprehensive onboarding and integration framework for new and transitioning faculty.
Identify opportunities to enhance faculty development, engagement, and the overall faculty experience.
Connect CMU Miami leadership, academic units, and central university functions; build relationships and facilitate cross-functional discussions.
Clarify ownership and next steps and help stakeholders align around shared goals and deliver results.
Establish performance measures and reporting frameworks to track progress and evaluate academic initiatives and operational practices.
Use qualitative and quantitative insights to recommend improvements and develop approaches that evolve with the campus.
Lead strategic projects on behalf of campus leadership and respond to emerging priorities and opportunities.