Research Associate, AI and Data Governance

Posting Details

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I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION Job Description Summary: Ready to bridge the gap between advanced statistical modeling and global technology policy? We are seeking a rigorous *Research Associate for AI and Data Governance* to conduct deep-dive quantitative analysis and co-author the publications defining the future of international economics.

About Us

Digital Trade & Data Governance Hub

is within The George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs (ESIA). Under the direction of Dr. Susan Aaronson, the Hub provides evidence-based research, resources, training, and events to help stakeholders understand artificial intelligence data governance and digital trade. This position will support the Hub’s work on NSF-NIST Institute for Trustworthy AI in Law & Society (TRAILS). TRAILS is funded by the two USG agencies to advance knowledge, educate leaders, and impact society through research, education, and engagement with government and industry.

About the Role

The Research Associate position is approximately 75% research and approximately 25% digital communications and maintenance, outreach, and event planning. The Research Associate is expected to be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the fields of artificial intelligence and governance of data, as well as digital trade.

Specific responsibilities include

RESEARCH

* Conduct research on, write, and publish about AI, digital trade, and data governance. * Support the development of datasets, indicators, and metrics used in research publications. * Draft and co-author policy reports, academic papers, blog posts, and briefing materials. * Monitor and write about developments in AI regulation, global digital policy, and data governance frameworks. * Propose ideas to help educate policymakers, the press, and the public about issues pertaining to data-driven ch...