Project Director, AI Century Study

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Provide strategic, intellectual, and operational leadership for the AI Century Study.

• Shape the vision and spearhead the execution and progression of the AI Century Study.

• Guide interdisciplinary teams and oversee complex partnerships.

• Ensure the study generates high-quality evidence that informs policy, practice, and public understanding of AI's long-term impacts.

• Collaborate closely with AIR senior leadership, researchers from various disciplines, external partners, and funders.

• Serve as a public representative of the study, acting as a thought leader in AI and education research.

⛳️ Requirements

• PhD with at least 7 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree with a minimum of 11 years of experience in one or more of the following areas: human development, health, workforce development, education, or learning sciences; social science research, evaluation, or leadership of longitudinal studies; technology policy, data science, or applied research related to digital or AI-enabled systems.

• Proven track record of directing large-scale, multi-year research or evaluation projects, including oversight of study design, implementation, and ongoing learning.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing or contributing to complex research initiatives, partnerships, or portfolios that span multiple organizations or sectors (e.g., nonprofit, government, academia, philanthropy, technology partners).

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain partnerships across various sectors and disciplines to support long-term research and learning agendas.

• Established professional reputation and network in fields pertinent to the AI Century Study.

• Direct experience in translating research and evidence into insights that are relevant to policy or practice for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Experience with longitudinal, cohort-based, or life-course-oriented studies.

• Comfort engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including policymakers, practitioners, and the public.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Flexible work hours

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Professional development budget