Policy Lead

Summary

Join Ai2, a leading AI research institute, as a Policy Lead to shape the future of AI policy. Based ideally in the Washington DC area but open to US-based candidates, this role offers a competitive salary ($156,000-$234,000 base, plus bonuses) and a chance to make a significant impact. You will lead policy efforts, build coalitions, and engage with policymakers and stakeholders. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience in technology policy (AI preferred), a Bachelor's degree, and strong communication skills. Ai2 offers a collaborative environment, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Requirements

• Have 3+ years of experience working in technology policy, preferably on AI
• Bachelor’s degree in Legal, Communications or related disciplines
• Have a track record of effective engagement with government agencies (foreign and domestic)
• Are skilled at working with a variety of teams (such as safety, legal, research, and communications)
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly when briefing policymakers and government officials
• Have demonstrated interest and experience in a complicated technical subject

Responsibilities

• Take a leading role in the conversation around AI policy, including key topics such as open-source AI, copyright and AI, and AI safety, both internally and externally
• Build and cultivate relationships with policymakers, regulators, and key stakeholders to shape the conversation around AI policy
• Attend and organize meetings on the broader stakes of AI and advocate for our work with OLMo and related efforts with relevant government, industrial, academic and standards organizations
• Collaborate with and learn from team members across Ai2, including scientists and engineers

Preferred Qualifications

• Be based in the Washington DC metropolitan area (DC, Virginia, Maryland)
• Be based in the Seattle area

Benefits

• Base salary range is $156,000 - $234,000
• Generous bonus plans
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and an employee assistance program
• Voluntary life insurance program
• Voluntary accidental death and dismemberment program
• Health savings account plan
• Healthcare reimbursement arrangement plan
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending account plans
• Company’s 401k plan
• $125 per month to assist with commuting or internet expenses
• $200 per month for fitness and wellbeing expenses
• Up to ten sick days per year
• Up to seven personal days per year
• Up to 20 vacation days per year
• Twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year
• Annual bonuses
• Participation in the long-term incentive plan
• Weekly Ai2 Academy lectures
• A wide variety of world-class AI experts as guest speakers
• Opportunities to continue learning alongside your coworkers
• Generous paid vacation and sick leave
• Family leave