Director of Research – AI & Society Leader

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harvard universitySomerville (MA)

Computer and Information Research Scientists Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities

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About the role

Harvard University’s Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society seeks a Director of Research to set the research agenda, oversee diverse research areas including agentic AI, and recruit researchers from multiple disciplines for real-world impact. The senior, autonomous role requires leadership of a broad faculty and staff team, collaboration with executives, and strategic partnership building to advance the Center’s mission across academia, industry, and civil society.

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