Project Director, AI Century Study

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American Institutes for ResearchSocial Science Research
Work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of AIR’s U.S. office locations. This does not include U.S. territories.Full-TimeDirector
Salary165,000 - 200,000 USD per year
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Experience
PhD with 7+ years or Master’s with 11+ years of relevant experience.

Requirements

  • PhD with minimum 7 years of experience or Master's degree with minimum 11 years of experience.
  • Experience in human development, education, health, workforce development, or learning sciences.
  • Expertise in social science research, evaluation, or longitudinal study leadership.
  • Proven record of directing large-scale, multi-year research or evaluation projects.
  • At least 5 years of experience managing complex research initiatives across multiple sectors.
  • Experience at the intersection of AI and human development.
  • Demonstrated success building and sustaining cross-sector partnerships.
  • Strong communication skills for translating research into policy-relevant insights.
  • Comfort engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Experience with human-centered research approaches.

Responsibilities

  • Refine the strategic vision and intellectual direction for the long-term AI Century Study.
  • Lead the full research lifecycle, including study design, data governance, and ethics.
  • Manage interdisciplinary teams of researchers, analysts, designers, and communications staff.
  • Develop and sustain strategic partnerships with funders, policymakers, academic collaborators, and tech stakeholders.
  • Translate complex, longitudinal research findings into accessible narratives for diverse audiences.
  • Represent the study and organization as a thought leader in national forums and media.
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