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Head of US Policy
Centre for the Governance of AI (GovAI)Washington, DC
Washington, DC
Today
Deadline
2026-08-06
Salary
$170,000 – $205,000
Routes to impact
Direct high impact on an important cause
Description
Lead GovAI's federal policy research and ambitious expansion in Washington, DC as a senior leadership role with significant autonomy.
- Direct research strategy on AI policy issues ranging from responsible development to industrial policy and regulation
- Build and lead a growing team of researchers while fostering relationships with policymakers across perspectives
- Shape DC office growth from six researchers to potentially dozens of staff
- Identify and mentor the next generation of AI policy talent through research supervision and fellowship program input
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