Stanford University
Executive Director, AI Initiative, Stanford Law School
Stanford University, Stanford, California, United States, 94305
Overview
Executive Director, AI Initiative, Stanford Law School. The Initiative on AI Governance and Law is the central law school hub for coordinating and guiding research, teaching, and engagement on AI and the law. It supports collaborative research, seeds new projects, convenes leaders in academia, industry, and government, and trains the next generation of lawyers and policymakers in AI governance. The Executive Director will provide strategic and operational leadership for this initiative and report to the faculty supervisor and the steering committee. Job Description
As the chief staff officer for the Initiative, the Executive Director will be responsible for advancing the Initiative’s research, teaching, and public engagement goals. Key responsibilities include: Strategic Leadership & Program Development
Help establish, guide, and execute the Initiative’s vision, goals, and long-term strategy. Oversee development, design, implementation, and evaluation of research initiatives, teaching programs, fellowships, and public engagement activities. Devise and implement vision, strategy, goals, and resource development in consultation with the faculty supervisor. Identify emerging issues in AI governance and law and help shape and execute the Initiative’s programming accordingly.
Research & Academic Programming
Support faculty research projects, manage shared resources (including datasets, research staff, and computing infrastructure), and encourage cross-disciplinary collaboration. Assist with the development and administration of fellowship programs for postdoctoral scholars and research fellows. Facilitate curricular innovation by coordinating new course offerings, policy labs, and faculty support in AI-related legal domains.
Partnerships & Outreach
Represent the Initiative to internal and external stakeholders, including Stanford centers, faculty across the university, and global partners in industry, government, and NGOs. Organize conferences, workshops, and public events to convene leaders at the intersection of AI, law, and policy. Develop and manage communications, including the Initiative’s website, publications, reports, and policy briefings.
Development & Fundraising
Work with Stanford Law’s External Relations team to identify and pursue funding opportunities from foundations, government agencies, industry partners, and individual donors. Prepare proposals and reports to sustain and grow the Initiative’s impact.
Financial & Staff Management
Lead the Initiative’s operational and financial planning and oversee budgets to ensure sustainability. Develop a staffing strategy for the Initiative. Recruit, mentor, and/or manage Initiative staff, including data scientists, research fellows, program managers, and technical specialists.
Qualifications
Advanced degree or combination of relevant education, training, and/or experience. Typically 5+ years of relevant experience in law, policy, technology, or related fields; JD or equivalent strongly preferred. Demonstrated expertise or significant interest in AI, data science, technology policy, or governance. Experience managing budgets, financial plans, staff, and complex programs or initiatives, including program partnerships and funding sources. Strong record of developing partnerships and securing funding. Exceptional oral, written, and analytical skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work collaboratively in an academic setting. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Strategic vision for building a major academic initiative. Excellent leadership skills. Ability to translate between technical and legal/policy domains. Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills. Familiarity with academic research environments and interdisciplinary collaboration. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities as required by law. Work Standards
Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work well with Stanford colleagues, clients, and external organizations. Commitment to responsible, ethical engagement with AI technologies. Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and safety; complies with University policies and procedures. How to apply
All interested and qualified applicants must submit their resume and a cover letter via the Stanford Jobs website and search using job number 107245. The cover letter should describe your interest in the legal profession in general and this position in particular. The expected pay range for this position is $164,922-$206,189 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges as a good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The final offer will depend on factors such as scope, qualifications, budget, and market considerations. Stanford Law School seeks to hire the best talent and to promote a safe and secure environment for all members of the university community. New staff hires must successfully pass a background check prior to starting work. Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Note
The job duties listed are typical examples and are not a comprehensive inventory of all duties. Specific duties may vary by department or program needs.
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Executive Director, AI Initiative, Stanford Law School. The Initiative on AI Governance and Law is the central law school hub for coordinating and guiding research, teaching, and engagement on AI and the law. It supports collaborative research, seeds new projects, convenes leaders in academia, industry, and government, and trains the next generation of lawyers and policymakers in AI governance. The Executive Director will provide strategic and operational leadership for this initiative and report to the faculty supervisor and the steering committee. Job Description
As the chief staff officer for the Initiative, the Executive Director will be responsible for advancing the Initiative’s research, teaching, and public engagement goals. Key responsibilities include: Strategic Leadership & Program Development
Help establish, guide, and execute the Initiative’s vision, goals, and long-term strategy. Oversee development, design, implementation, and evaluation of research initiatives, teaching programs, fellowships, and public engagement activities. Devise and implement vision, strategy, goals, and resource development in consultation with the faculty supervisor. Identify emerging issues in AI governance and law and help shape and execute the Initiative’s programming accordingly.
Research & Academic Programming
Support faculty research projects, manage shared resources (including datasets, research staff, and computing infrastructure), and encourage cross-disciplinary collaboration. Assist with the development and administration of fellowship programs for postdoctoral scholars and research fellows. Facilitate curricular innovation by coordinating new course offerings, policy labs, and faculty support in AI-related legal domains.
Partnerships & Outreach
Represent the Initiative to internal and external stakeholders, including Stanford centers, faculty across the university, and global partners in industry, government, and NGOs. Organize conferences, workshops, and public events to convene leaders at the intersection of AI, law, and policy. Develop and manage communications, including the Initiative’s website, publications, reports, and policy briefings.
Development & Fundraising
Work with Stanford Law’s External Relations team to identify and pursue funding opportunities from foundations, government agencies, industry partners, and individual donors. Prepare proposals and reports to sustain and grow the Initiative’s impact.
Financial & Staff Management
Lead the Initiative’s operational and financial planning and oversee budgets to ensure sustainability. Develop a staffing strategy for the Initiative. Recruit, mentor, and/or manage Initiative staff, including data scientists, research fellows, program managers, and technical specialists.
Qualifications
Advanced degree or combination of relevant education, training, and/or experience. Typically 5+ years of relevant experience in law, policy, technology, or related fields; JD or equivalent strongly preferred. Demonstrated expertise or significant interest in AI, data science, technology policy, or governance. Experience managing budgets, financial plans, staff, and complex programs or initiatives, including program partnerships and funding sources. Strong record of developing partnerships and securing funding. Exceptional oral, written, and analytical skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work collaboratively in an academic setting. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Strategic vision for building a major academic initiative. Excellent leadership skills. Ability to translate between technical and legal/policy domains. Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills. Familiarity with academic research environments and interdisciplinary collaboration. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities as required by law. Work Standards
Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work well with Stanford colleagues, clients, and external organizations. Commitment to responsible, ethical engagement with AI technologies. Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and safety; complies with University policies and procedures. How to apply
All interested and qualified applicants must submit their resume and a cover letter via the Stanford Jobs website and search using job number 107245. The cover letter should describe your interest in the legal profession in general and this position in particular. The expected pay range for this position is $164,922-$206,189 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges as a good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The final offer will depend on factors such as scope, qualifications, budget, and market considerations. Stanford Law School seeks to hire the best talent and to promote a safe and secure environment for all members of the university community. New staff hires must successfully pass a background check prior to starting work. Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Note
The job duties listed are typical examples and are not a comprehensive inventory of all duties. Specific duties may vary by department or program needs.
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