Physics World · 1 month ago
Call for Founding Heads of R&D Labs
San Francisco Bay Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/ExecutiveThe Italian Institute of Artificial Intelligence AI4I is seeking ambitious Heads of R&D Laboratories to lead innovative AI research. The role involves designing and leading research programs, attracting top talent, and driving impactful solutions in various AI domains.
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Responsibilities
Designing cutting-edge AI Research & Development programs and solutions, meeting milestones, and achieving defined success metrics
Monitoring AI advancements, identifying opportunities for high-impact innovation
Leading a team of AI researchers and engineers to execute advanced research and develop practical software or platforms
Collaborating with marketing and business development teams to promote AI4I, expanding its reach and influence
Attracting external funding from private and public sources to support the growth of your lab, including EU programs and strategic industry partnerships
Managing multiple projects simultaneously, establishing schedules, and resolving bottlenecks to ensure smooth execution
Acting as an interface between the Institute and external partners and users
Overseeing the creation and maintenance of reusable frameworks, libraries, and APIs aligned with industry needs
Qualification
Required
Strong track record in AI research and development, with a deep understanding of methods and architectures
Demonstrated ability to lead complex, multidisciplinary R&D programs, from design to implementation
Ability to interact across academic, industrial, and institutional settings
Experience in applying AI in sectors such as advanced manufacturing, autonomous systems, human-machine interaction, or software development
Preferred
A PhD in a relevant field
Previous leadership roles in R&D centres
Proven experience as a founder or co-founder of an innovative startup
Experience in European R&D programs or public-private consortia
Ownership of patents or copyrights in AI or related industrial applications
Benefits
A renewable 4-year appointment, with a pathway to a permanent position based on performance (KPIs and Targets).
A start-up grant comparable in scale to an ERC Starting Grant, directly managed by the Lab Head.
Tax exemption of up to 90% for eligible researchers relocating to Italy.
Relocation package for national and international candidates.
Company
Physics World
Physics World is print and digital science magazine that features the latest interviews, information, and news from the physics world.
Founded in 1988
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