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  • Associate Director of AI Governance

    $240K — $295K *New York, NY (New York County)Hybrid
    Develop and oversee AI governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards. Collaborate across teams to implement best practices in AI usage, while providing expert guidance on AI governance and compliance matters.
    Requirements: Law degree; admission to U.S. State Bar; 10+ years experience; AI expertise.
  • Associate Director of AI Governance

    $240K — $295K *Los Angeles, CA (Los Angeles County)Hybrid
    Drive the creation and execution of an AI governance framework, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards while collaborating with teams to integrate AI governance into risk management processes.
    Requirements: Jurist degree, 10+ years experience, knowledge of AI legislation
  • Data Scientist

    $170K — $230K *New York, NY (New York County)In-Person
    Join us in advancing data analytics by leveraging cutting-edge technologies while collaborating closely with stakeholders to translate business challenges into innovative solutions. Your leadership will empower teams to build robust analytical models.
    Requirements: Master's in Data Science; 5+ years experience; Cloud/AWS skills required.
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    Emergency Manager

    Unlock potential by leading comprehensive Emergency Management programs. Collaborate across UCSF, manage real-world emergencies, engage in training, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards to enhance organizational safety and preparedness.
    Requirements: 5+ years experience, Bachelor's in Emergency Management or related, FEMA certifications.
  • Staff / Sr. Staff Software Engineer, GTM AI Brain

    $210K — $235K *Los Angeles, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person
    Innovate and build cutting-edge AI systems for revenue operations by transforming workflows into effective software solutions. Shape technical architectures and collaborate with leadership to enhance the GTM team's efficiency and performance.
    Requirements: 8+ years software engineering; Python, TypeScript, React; LLM experience; cloud proficiency.
  • Research Scientist (Model Evaluation)

    $120K — $150K *Palo Alto, CA (Santa Clara County)In-Person
    Drive innovation in speech AI by defining evaluation metrics and systems that ensure model quality, bridging research and product impact, while shaping cross-functional collaboration among teams for real-world application.
    Requirements: 4+ years in speech, audio, NLP; strong Python, PyTorch skills; human eval experience.
  • Director, AI Strategy

    $220K — $250K *Waltham, MA (Middlesex County)In-Person
    Unlock potential by leading AI strategy initiatives across business functions. Drive responsible AI adoption, build programs for governance and education, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable outcomes and value.
    Requirements: MS/PhD + 10 years AI/ML/Data Science or BS + 15 years experience.
  • Staff Technical Program Manager

    $183K — $252K *New York, NY (New York County)In-Person
    Transform complex initiatives by driving critical technical programs, ensuring alignment with business goals while leveraging software engineering expertise and strong leadership across cross-functional teams.
    Requirements: 8+ years TPM/Engineering management, project management cert (e.g., SAFe).
  • Clinical Scientist - Vaccine

    $90K — $120K *US-AnywhereRemote in North Carolina, US
    Manage medical review processes, analyze data for trends, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure project milestones are met while adhering to clinical standards and compliance guidelines.
    Requirements: Advanced degree in relevant field; 3+ years clinical research experience.
  • Distinguished Technologist & Director, AI Strategy and Enablement (OCTO & HPE Labs)

    $194K — $412K *Spring, TX (Harris County)In-Person
    Elevate AI innovation by defining and driving enterprise strategy and delivery. Lead cross-functional teams to implement secure, scalable solutions and maximize business impact across multiple units, shaping the future of AI at scale.
    Requirements: 15+ yrs in AI/ML & software engineering; MS/PhD in related field; expertise in AI
  • Decoursey Senior Fellow for Campus AI Strategy

    $134K — $167K *San Antonio, TX (Bexar County)In-Person
    Lead the development of a comprehensive campus-wide AI strategy, integrating innovative uses of AI with university priorities while advising senior leadership and engaging stakeholders across academic units for effective implementation and governance.
    Requirements: Advanced degree in relevant field; experience in strategic initiatives and AI.
  • Decoursey Senior Fellow for Campus AI Strategy

    $134K — $167K *Hartford, CT (Capitol County)In-Person
    Champion the development of a comprehensive AI strategy, aligning university goals and emerging technologies. Engage stakeholders through workshops, ensuring ethical and effective AI integration across academic and operational realms.
    Requirements: Advanced degree, 5+ years of related experience, strong AI understanding, excellent communication skills.
  • SVP, Agentic Transformation

    $350K — $500K *Columbia, MD (Howard County)In-Person
    Drive transformative client engagements with C-Suite executives, guiding agentic transformations through strategic ownership and relationship cultivation, while integrating technical capabilities with compelling business narratives.
    Requirements: 20+ years consulting experience, partner-level background, expertise in ERP/cloud.
  • Executive Director, Biotech Partnership Lead

    $230K — $250K *Durham, NC (Durham County)In-Person
    Unlock your leadership potential by steering biotech partnerships. Drive strategic initiatives, manage client relationships, and ensure successful delivery of complex portfolios while elevating your career within a dynamic environment.
    Requirements: Bachelor's degree; 12 years in clinical research; 6 years in director role.
  • Head of Marketing

    $130K — $150K *Arlington, VA (Arlington County)In-Person
    Lead the marketing strategy and operations to drive growth for clients by enhancing marketing capabilities, optimizing multi-channel campaigns, and delivering measurable results through data-driven insights and collaboration across teams.
    Requirements: 10+ years in B2B marketing, SaaS experience, HubSpot & GA4 proficiency.
  • Senior Hyperspectral Image Scientist

    $92K — $166K *Springfield, VA (Fairfax County)In-Person
    Drive advanced hyperspectral image analysis and exploitation to support government missions, blending expertise in spectral processing, algorithm development, and remote sensing with cross-disciplinary collaboration and technical reporting.
    Requirements: Bachelor's degree, 8-12 years experience, TS/SCI clearance, Python, MATLAB.
  • Director / Senior Manager, Data Science

    $130K — $180K *US-AnywhereRemote in Los Angeles, CA
    Unlock potential by leading data strategy and AI initiatives, managing a team of data scientists while aligning projects with organizational goals to drive significant business impact through analytics and innovative solutions.
    Requirements: Degree in Data Science/statistics; 10+ years data science experience required.
  • Scientist II, Analytical Development

    $117K — $157K *Cambridge, MA (Middlesex County)In-Person
    Unlock potential by serving as a Liquid Chromatography expert, leading method development and analytical strategy for synthetic drug products. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovative drug development within a dynamic team environment.
    Requirements: Ph.D. or M.S. with relevant experience; expertise in LC methods and GMP/GLP.
  • Vice President - Data Science

    $200K — $250K *Tempe, AZ (Maricopa County)In-Person
    Champion innovative AI-driven clinical insights while leading a diverse team in developing molecular signatures. Your expertise will advance precision medicine through strategic collaboration and execution of AI practices across clinical applications.
    Requirements: PhD in relevant field, 10+ years of ML experience, proficiency in Python & SQL.
  • Mission Manager

    $77K — $176K *Mclean, VA (Fairfax County)In-Person
    Drive national security efforts by analyzing diverse intelligence sources. Use operational expertise and analytical skills to provide actionable insights that support high-stakes missions in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate for impactful results.
    Requirements: 5+ years experience; TS/SCI clearance w/poly; ability to travel 25%.
  • III-V & Active Laser Scientist

    $120K — $150K *Temecula, CA (Riverside County)In-Person
    Pioneer advanced optical device innovation by designing high-performance III-V lasers. Enhance communication technology through simulation, modeling, and collaborative efforts to integrate lasers into innovative Silicon Photonics solutions.
    Requirements: Ph.D. or M.S. in relevant field, 10+ years photonics design experience.
  • Principal Engineer

    $143K — $168K *Marion, NC (Mcdowell County)In-Person
    Join a team that leads automation initiatives in a regulated environment, driving technical vision and project lifecycles for advanced manufacturing systems while mentoring engineers and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
    Requirements: Bachelor's in Engineering + 5 years experience; familiarity with GMP; project management skills.
  • AI & National Security Lead

    Drive impactful dialogue on the intersection of AI and national security, focusing on risk mitigation strategies while engaging key policy stakeholders in advocacy and educational initiatives to foster informed policy-making.
    Requirements: Master's in National Security, 1 yr in AI risk research, public speaking experience.
  • Director, R&D Data Governance

    $195K — $210K *Waltham, MA (Middlesex County)In-Person
    Shape R&D data governance by establishing robust frameworks and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive effective data management, enhance data quality, and enable scientists' self-service access to trusted data.
    Requirements: Master's degree in a related field; 5+ years in data governance; strong leadership skills.
  • Implementation Manager

    $90K — $120K *Lehi, UT (Utah County)In-Person
    Accelerate customer success by leading AI onboarding for service businesses, ensuring smooth integration and maximizing value. Collaborate with teams to optimize workflows and enhance user experience for rapid adoption and lasting impact.
    Requirements: 3+ years in onboarding or customer success; strong communication skills.
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Associate Director of AI Governance

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$240K — $295K *
New York, NY 10025
Hybrid
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
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What is the role of a Chief Scientist?

A Chief Scientist is typically the head of research and development within a company. They lead innovative projects, oversee research teams, and help to drive the company's scientific trajectory.

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A Chief Scientist typically requires a doctorate (PhD) and substantial experience in their specific scientific field. Strong leadership and management skills are also critical.

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Chief Scientists are employed across various industries including technology, pharmaceuticals, environmental science, and government bodies.