AI Policy Fellow (Part-time): Princeton University (Princeton Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence)

The Princeton Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence is seeking part-time AI Policy Fellows to work with Princeton faculty on research that can inform federal and state government AI policy initiatives. This is a 5-month appointment, with the possibility of extension, starting between October 2025 and January 2026. Fellows will be appointed as Professional Specialists, give a seminar at Princeton, and contribute to the intellectual life of the university and the AI Lab.

Responsibilities
Work with Princeton faculty on research related to AI Policy.

Research topics such as risk management, safety, and AI auditing.

Contribute to technical tools that assess how various AI models are performing on different tasks.

Prepare AI opportunity, risk, and threat assessments with faculty and government experts.

Support AI/ML evaluations and communicate technical AI knowledge to develop best practices.

Advise faculty and agency leadership on AI policy and explain AI concepts to diverse audiences.

Build coalitions for responsible AI implementation.

Requirements
An advanced or professional degree is required.

Seven or more years of work experience or postgraduate study in AI/ML, computer science, AI product policy, or other relevant technology fields.

Tech-savvy or socio-technical expertise, with experience in the technology industry or the public interest technology sector.

Advanced technical ability and training.

Great interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to work with cross-sector stakeholders (industry, academia, government, etc.).

Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.