Chief strategy officer Jobs in Denton, TX

About the Position

Texas Woman's University invites applications for the position of Chief Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategist. The position reports directly to the Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost with a dotted line to the Chancellor, the Chief AI Strategist will envision and execute initiatives that leverage AI to advance teaching, research, and administrative operations across the university. This role will build upon TWU's existing AI initiatives while identifying new opportunities to expand and enhance our capabilities.

The successful candidate will foster collaboration across academic and administrative units, build external partnerships, and ensure ethical, inclusive, and effective use of AI technologies. This role will be instrumental in positioning TWU as a leader in the thoughtful integration of AI across higher education.

Key Focus: AI in Teaching and Learning

A central priority for this position is advancing the integration of AI technologies into teaching and learning across the university. The Chief AI Strategist will lead efforts to support faculty in adopting AI-enhanced pedagogies, develop AI literacy initiatives for students, faculty, and staff, and ensure that TWU remains at the forefront of innovative educational practices. This includes overseeing curricular enhancements, faculty and staff development programs, and the assessment of AI's impact on student learning outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead system-wide strategic planning for AI adoption and innovation, with emphasis on teaching and learning applications
• Serve as a senior advisor to the Provost and Chancellor on matters involving AI technologies and institutional transformation
• Develop and oversee AI-related academic initiatives, including curricular enhancements and faculty and staff development programs
• Coordinate cross-divisional efforts to identify and implement AI-driven improvements in administrative operations, student services, and academic support
• Support faculty and staff in integrating AI into teaching, research, scholarship, and operations Develop external partnerships to expand TWU's AI-related capabilities and visibility
• Advise on ethical, legal, and policy implications of AI applications in higher education
• Represent TWU in national and state-level AI conversations and consortia
• Lead efforts to assess the institutional impact of AI implementation and adapt strategies accordingly
• Serve as a visible champion of responsible, equitable, and mission-aligned AI use

Required Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree from an accredited institution
• Experience as a faculty member at an accredited college or university
• Demonstrated leadership in AI applications within higher education or related industries
• Experience building cross-functional collaborations and driving institutional innovation

Preferred Qualifications

• Administrative leadership experience in higher education
• Record of successful external partnership development
• Experience with AI integration in teaching and learning contexts
• Knowledge of ethical, legal, and policy dimensions of AI adoption
• Demonstrated ability to lead institution-wide strategic initiatives

Work Location and Requirements

This position requires the ability to work on and facilitate initiatives across all three TWU campuses (Denton, Dallas, and Houston) as needed. Regular and reliable attendance during scheduled work hours is an essential function of this position. Some travel, evening, and weekend work will be required.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY

Texas Woman’s University occupies a notable position in higher education as the nation’s largest university primarily for women. Established in 1901, TWU is a doctoral/research-intensive public university which emphasizes the liberal arts and sciences as well as specialized and professional studies in business, nursing, health sciences, and education. About 10% of the university’s nearly 16,000 students are men. A federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HIS), TWU operates three campuses: Houston, Dallas, and the main campus in Denton (population 115,000), located 40 miles north of the Dallas/Fort Worth area. This metroplex, the nation’s fourth largest urban center, has world-class museums, orchestras, opera, ballet, theatre companies, as well as an array of professional and collegiate sports venues. Additional information about the University is available at http://www.twu.edu.

TWU prides itself on providing students with a well-rounded educational experience focused on service, integrity, and health and well-being. Respect for diversity in all dimensions (currently ranked 1st in the nation for student diversity) and a safe campus environment (Texas Woman’s is among the safest campuses in the nation) are among the hallmarks of a TWU education. TWU faculty and staff are passionate defenders of a “Learn by Doing” experiential learning environment where they provide students with opportunities to engage in campus, workplace, and community activities that can help shape their sense of purpose, their appreciation for the importance of building quality personal and professional relationships, and their ability to address life’s challenges. This holistic, mentoring approach to developing students as engaged, productive citizens in the complex world of the 21st Century encompasses understanding of the balance of health, spiritual and mental well-being.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit the following items to https://twu.edu/humanresources/careers-at-twu/jobs/#en/sites/CX_1, job code IRC 12277.

• An application addressing your qualifications for the position and why your background makes you well-suited to work at Texas Woman’s University
• An updated CV

Applicants should be prepared for later steps of the interview process to request transcripts and references.

Review of applications will begin February 20, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications should be received by the priority review date. Applications received after this date will be reviewed as needed until the position is filled.

Texas Woman’s University, an AA/EEO employer, provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected category, class or characteristic.

All offers of employment will be contingent on the candidate’s ability to provide documents which establish proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Positions at Texas Woman’s University deemed security-sensitive require background checks and verification of all academic credentials.

If you are a male between the age of 18 and 25, federal law requires that you must be registered with the U.S. Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions under Selective Service law. Under HB 558, enacted by the 76th Texas State Legislature, if you are currently of the age and gender requiring registration with Selective Service, but knowingly and willfully fail to do so, you are ineligible for employment with an agency in any branch of Texas state government. For additional information regarding registration or status, you can contact the Selective Service System at 847-688-6888 or www.sss.gov.