Senior Communications Consultant

United States·SunnyvaleFull-timesenior

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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,

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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.

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.

Full time with potential time commitment refinement in January 2027.

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.