Principal Scientist, Artificial

Principal Scientist, Artificial Intelligence and Large Language Models (2-year LTE

Overview

The Gates Foundation is the largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity worldwide. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We offer comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision coverage, generous paid time off, and retirement contributions.

The Team

The Institute for Disease Modeling (IDM) supports global health efforts through computational modeling, collaborating with WHO, UNAIDS, CDC, and other partners to develop tools and inform policy.

Your Role

We seek a Principal Scientist with expertise in AI and large language models to lead strategic initiatives, collaborate with global partners, and translate AI advances into impactful solutions for underserved populations. You will engage with academic and industry leaders, evaluate projects, and help deploy AI technologies responsibly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead AI strategic initiatives.
• Identify data gaps and propose solutions.
• Design innovative problem framings and prototypes.
• Provide expertise and strategic advice across the foundation.
• Build relationships with academic and industry partners.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to address key challenges.
• Communicate complex methods clearly to diverse audiences.

Qualifications

Additional Details

This is a 24-month limited-term position based in Seattle, WA, with relocation support. Salary ranges from $261,700 to $405,700 USD, adjusted for location and experience. Employment is contingent upon background checks. We support diversity and inclusion in all aspects of employment.

Our Values & Benefits

We value optimism, collaboration, rigor, innovation, and inclusion. We offer flexible work arrangements, comprehensive health coverage, retirement contributions, and various wellness benefits.

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