Institute of Foundation Models
Institute of Foundation Models

Senior Communications Manager

$150,000 – $220,000 per year
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TLDR

Translate complex foundation model research into narratives, shape launch strategies, and elevate researchers through influential platforms.

About the Institute of Foundation Models

We are a dedicated research lab for building, understanding, using, and risk-managing foundation models. Our mandate is to advance research, nurture the next generation of AI builders, and drive transformative contributions to a knowledge-driven economy.

As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on the core of cutting-edge foundation model training, alongside world-class researchers, data scientists, and engineers, tackling the most fundamental and impactful challenges in AI development. You will participate in the development of groundbreaking AI solutions that have the potential to reshape entire industries. Strategic and innovative problem-solving skills will be instrumental in establishing MBZUAI as a global hub for high-performance computing in deep learning, driving impactful discoveries that inspire the next generation of AI pioneers.

Position Summary

Senior Communications Manager:

Bring 10+ years of relevant communications experience, ideally across AI, technology, scientific research, or similarly technical fields, with a track record of providing strategic counsel to senior leaders and researchers and translating sophisticated technical concepts for influential audiences.

Research Communications:

  • Help Shape the Institute’s research communications strategy, translating complex work across foundation models, AI systems, and emerging research into clear, compelling narratives for technical, industry, and broader audiences.
  • Partner with Institute leadership and researchers to identify high-impact research, refine positioning, and develop communications strategies around model releases, papers, benchmarks, open-source projects, and scientific milestones.
  • Strengthen the Institute’s external research profile, identifying opportunities to elevate researchers through top-tier media, conferences, speaking engagements, podcasts, technical communities, and other influential platforms.
  • Advise on major research launches and communications moments, helping shape messaging, launch strategy, stakeholder engagement, and external positioning while anticipating reputational, technical, and competitive considerations.
  • Benefits Include

    *Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits 

     *Bonus

    *401K Plan

    *Generous paid time off, sick leave and holidays

    *Paid Parental Leave

    *Employee Assistance Program

    *Life insurance and disability

    Benefits

    Equity Compensation

    401K Plan

    Health Insurance

    Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

    Life insurance and disability

    Paid Parental Leave

    Paid Time Off

    Generous paid time off, sick leave and holidays

    We build, understand, and manage foundation models to advance research in artificial intelligence. Our lab caters to researchers, data scientists, and engineers who are committed to nurturing the next generation of AI builders and driving impactful contributions to the knowledge-driven economy.

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