American Institutes for Research - Project Director, AI Century Study

• PhD with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, or 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 longitudinal study leadership; technology policy, data science, or applied research related to digital or AI-enabled systems. • Proven record of directing large-scale, multi-year research or evaluation projects, including responsibility for study design, implementation, and learning over time. • At least 5 years of experience managing, or contributing to complex research initiatives, partnerships, or portfolios spanning multiple organizations or sectors (e.g., nonprofit, government, academia, philanthropy, technology partners). • Demonstrated success building and sustaining partnerships across sectors and disciplines to support long-term research and learning agendas. • Professional reputation and network in fields relevant to the AI Century Study. • Direct experience translating research and evidence into policy- or practice-relevant insights for 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. • Experience across domains of human development, health, education, workforce, and technology. • Experience at the intersection of AI and human development Background in human-centered research approaches. • Intellectual curiosity for the main study question – “How does the age of AI change the human condition?” • Systems-oriented thinker with a deep understanding of systems change; able to see connections across research, policy, technology, and human experience. • Highly organized and adaptable, able to manage multiple priorities and navigate ambiguity in dynamic, evolving research environments. • Excellent communicator and storyteller who can translate complex, longitudinal findings into clear, actionable insights for varied audiences. • Strong leader and people manager with a demonstrated commitment to mentorship, collaboration, and staff development within interdisciplinary teams. • Disclosures: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements. • Disclosures: • American Institutes for Research is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, including, but not limited to, actual or perceived race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braid, locks, and twists), creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition (e.g., cancer), sex, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, civil union status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, genetic information, or military or veteran status. AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks. 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