AI Researcher-in-Residence

Summary

Join Teaching Lab Studio as an AI Researcher-in-Residence and contribute to the development and implementation of AI research strategies focused on improving education. This 18-24 month post-doctoral fellowship offers a starting salary of $75,000 and involves collaborating with leadership to shape the organization's AI research vision. Responsibilities include conducting A/B testing, analyzing research data, managing external partnerships, and creating tools to enhance product development. The ideal candidate possesses a college degree in a relevant field, significant AI research experience, and strong analytical and communication skills. The position requires expertise in A/B testing, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. Opportunities for academic research and professional development are also available.

Requirements

• College degree in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Education, Computer Science, or a related field
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in AI research, including experience with AI applications in education or learning environments
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing research strategies in alignment with organizational goals, particularly within educational technology or product development
• Proven expertise in designing, conducting, and analyzing A/B tests and other formative research methodologies
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and effectively communicate findings to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience with cross-functional collaboration, particularly with product development teams, including familiarity with UI/UX principles and user-centered design
• Knowledge of data collection methods and tools commonly used in educational research and program evaluation
• Prior experience in developing and iterating AI-driven products, ideally with exposure to integrating user feedback for continuous improvement
• Strong network within the AI or educational research community, including experience with academic partnerships or grant-funded research
• Ability to create and deliver training materials on AI, innovation, or research methodologies to support internal knowledge sharing and skill-building
• Hands-on experience with relevant AI frameworks and programming languages (e.g., Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch)
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning, particularly in areas relevant to AI, educational technology, product design, or innovation practices
• Strong communication skills and ability to lead external partnerships and academic collaborations
• Commitment to racial equity, educational equity, and anti-racism, with experience integrating these values into research and development work

Responsibilities

• Develop the Studio’s overall AI research strategies in pursuit of instructional coherence and educational equity
• Set and lead strategy for short cycles of formative research for programmatic innovations (e.g., A/B testing)
• Lead and disseminate analysis of results from short cycles of formative research for programmatic innovation
• Engage with internal and external researchers and/or the Learning & Research function to collect data on early indicators of impact of organization’s portfolio of products
• Support the Studio vision for and/or manage the integration of UI/UX into product development; iterate through user feedback data
• Support the Studio vision for and/or manage the integration of AI into product development; iterate through user feedback data
• In collaboration with the Head of Product, support the creation of tools to enable stronger product development for the organization’s portfolio of products
• With Studio leadership, inform the technical research and development budget for the organization in collaboration with Teaching Lab Studio leadership and the Finance department and accurately manage the total cost of ownership based on actual and forecasted expenses
• With Studio leadership, support partnerships with external researchers
• With the broader leadership team, iterate on the optimal infrastructure of the Innovation Studio to support entrepreneurs and researchers to innovate and improve their products once they’ve joined the Studio
• Learn from and infuse Teaching Lab programmatic practices or ideas into the Studio
• Stay abreast of key research and guidance in the field, attend learning experiences to build skills and competencies in innovation, AI, product development, project design, fundraising, and other relevant areas
• Engage in personal and organized learning opportunities as a team member at an organization which champions racial equity and centers anti-racism
• Create and deliver training to other team members on core skills or competencies within the Head of Engineering, Innovation Lab role which is also transferable and critical for other roles
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Operating Officer and/or Executive Team

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. or Master’s) in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Education, Computer Science, or a related field
• Knowledge of budget management and forecasting in relation to research and product development initiatives
• Experience in a leadership role within an innovation lab, educational technology studio, or similar research and development environment
• Familiarity with instructional design and pedagogical approaches, particularly within K-12 education settings

Benefits

$75,000 starting salary