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SRI · 13 hours ago

President, Information and Computing Sciences

SRI is a global leader in research and development, seeking a President for its Information and Computing Sciences Division. The President will provide executive management and strategic direction for the division, overseeing a multidisciplinary team focused on artificial intelligence and computing.

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Responsibilities

Chart the course for future research in our rapidly changing times
Develop mid- to long-term plans for sustained growth
Leverage the breadth of SRI capabilities to create and execute a strategy for innovation and growth that is aligned with SRI’s overall strategy
Build partnerships with academic and industrial organizations in SRI’s innovation ecosystem
Oversee all operational aspects of the division to support growth, balanced with efficiency, in order to meet or exceed financial performance goals for the division
Establish short- and long-range organizational objectives, plans and budgets, ensuring management accountability for achieving these objectives
Manage the direction and growth of existing programs and participate in the creation of new ones. Identify areas in which new programs should be developed, prioritize investments, and promote business development to win new work in those areas
Build and maintain strategic customer and partner relationships to foster growth
Work with CEO and executive team on setting strategic direction, guidance and company-wide policies, and lead division in adoption
As a member of SRI’s Executive Leadership Team, assist in allocation and oversight of internal research and development resources
Partner closely with SRI’s Commercialization group to evaluate venture and licensing opportunities and identify Entrepreneurs in Residence as possible spinout CEOs
Serve as a member of SRI’s Commercialization Board
Nurture a culture of collaboration and communication both within the Division and across SRI
Develop, manage, and mentor a strong and well-integrated divisional senior leadership team and grow the next generation of ICS leaders
Maintain oversight responsibility for recruiting and developing a strong senior technical team and providing development opportunities for early career researchers
Be an effective spokesperson for ICS and SRI overall
Serve as an industry expert and thought leader in external events and media opportunities
Represent SRI in the external technical community through involvement in leading professional societies and industry/trade organizations

Qualification

R&D experienceScientific excellenceResearch strategyResearch fundingPh.D. in Computer ScienceLeadershipCommunication skills

Required

Successful track record in inspiring and leading research and development organizations
15 years of experience in R&D focused on leading edge computer science along with knowledge of and experience in obtaining research funding
Demonstrated record of accomplishment of applying scientific knowledge to design and executing a successful research strategy
Evidence of scientific excellence and recognition in the field
Excellent communication skills
Must be a U.S. citizen

Preferred

Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field
The ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Benefits

SRI's Performance Based Compensation program
Competitive benefits package

Company

An independent non-profit institute headquartered in Silicon Valley, SRI is a global leader in research and development.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$34M
Key Investors
Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health
2025-10-20Grant· $34M

Leadership Team

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David Parekh
Chief Executive Officer
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Peter Marcotullio
Sr. Vice President, Commercialization
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