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The Director of Global Policy & Research leads OpenMined's work at the intersection of frontier AI, data governance, and the public interest.You will own three things:Research direction. Set OpenMined's research agenda on the most consequential questions in frontier AI, particularly data availability, access, and governance, and ensure our work shapes how policymakers, civil society, and industry think about them.Policy positions. Develop and communicate substantive policy proposals on data access, privacy-preserving AI, and adjacent issues, ensuring AI systems and their interactions with data are transparent, competitive, and rights-respecting.Engineering alignment. Work closely with OpenMined's engineering leadership to identify where our protocols can be deployed in the public interest, and ensure the data networks we build and support are operated for public benefit.This is a management role where you will lead a team, build OpenMined's external profile in policy circles, and contribute to organizational strategy.ResponsibilitiesDirect OpenMined's policy and research agenda, aligning it with engineering goals and organizational prioritiesSpend meaningful time with engineering leadership to ground policy work in what OpenMined is building, and identify opportunities where our protocols can serve public-interest outcomesLead and manage members of the policy and research teamDevelop and publicly communicate policy positions on priority topics, including data access and privacy-preserving AIBuild and maintain relationships with policymakers, civil society organizations, standards bodies, and adjacent networks across the worldRepresent OpenMined in select external venues, including policymaker convenings and major AI governance forumsRequirementsMinimum 5 years demonstrated experience leading policy and/or research work at the intersection of AI, data governance, and public interest, ideally at a frontier AI lab governance team, an AI-focused think tank, a regulator, or comparable organizationMinimum 2 years of experience managing a small teamTrack record of publishing thought-leading work that has shaped policy debates or public understandingExisting professional relationships with policymakers, civil society, or standards bodies, and the credibility to build them in othersStrong technical literacy; comfortable engaging directly with engineering teams on cryptography, machine learning, and PETs, and translating that substance for policy audiencesExcellent written communicationComfort operating in a startup environment with ambiguity and broad scopeComfort traveling to the US and other policy hubs on average once a monthAbout OpenMinedAt OpenMined, we are dedicated to building a world where everyone can access the full potential of data to drive meaningful societal change while ensuring privacy and ethical stewardship. As a nonprofit, our mission is to create the first public network for non-public information: a secure, open-source ecosystem where individuals, institutions, and governments can collaborate on critical insights without compromising privacy. We envision a future where privacy-enhanced tools empower people to make informed decisions for the greater good.Since our founding in 2017, OpenMined has grown into a thriving, fully distributed global community of open-source contributors, engineers, researchers, and policy experts. Our collaborations with leading organizations like the United Nations, Microsoft, Anthropic, Reddit, Twitter, and Dailymotion underscore our commitment to innovation and impact. If you’re passionate about privacy, open-source technology, and building tools that shape a more ethical and connected future, we invite you to join our mission.BenefitsUS Healthcare Benefits: We offer healthcare benefits for employees located in the United StatesMission-Driven Work: Be part of a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, focused on social impact rather than profit, offering the chance to make a meaningful difference in the world.Open Source Contribution: Make a real impact by contributing to an Open Source project that benefits a broad community.Collaborative Global Team: Join a dynamic, international team that values collaboration and diversity.Flexible Work Hours: Enjoy the autonomy to structure your work hours around what best fits your life and productivity.Fully Remote Work: Work from anywhere in the world—no office or commute required.Results-Driven Culture: Thrive in an environment that values efficiency and results over bureaucracy.Flexible Paid Time Off: Take the time you need with flexible vacation days, alongside recognition of local national holidays.Competitive Compensation: Receive competitive pay, with equity in salary across different regions.
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