Development Manager (AI)

TL;DR

Development Manager (AI): Identifying and securing funding from philanthropists, foundations, and institutional donors to build an autonomous AI Physicist with an accent on donor pipeline management and high-value deal closing. Focus on translating complex scientific concepts into compelling narratives and managing full-cycle fundraising efforts.

Location: Remote (Anywhere)

Company

hirify.global is a non-profit organization building an autonomous AI Physicist to understand the underlying structure and fundamental laws of the universe.

What you will do

• Research and identify high-potential funding prospects, including HNW/UHNW individuals, family offices, and science foundations.
• Build and maintain a robust donor pipeline using CRM systems like Salesforce and Asana.
• Lead the full fundraising cycle from initial contact through commitment and closing of large, complex deals.
• Create tailored funding proposals and pitch materials customized to each prospect's interests.
• Write and submit grant applications to foundations, research institutions, and government agencies.
• Collaborate with leadership to translate scientific progress into compelling narratives for diverse audiences.

Requirements

• 3-5+ years of experience in sales, business development, account management, or fundraising with a proven track record of personally closing deals.
• Experience in high-growth startups, deep-tech, or scientific/AI-related industries.
• Proven success in meeting or exceeding revenue/fundraising targets in a quota-carrying role.
• Existing network of funders, science philanthropists, and AI/physics research investors.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to build rapport quickly.
• Demonstrated passion for physics and making scientific knowledge accessible.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to be part of a transformative journey that leverages AI and symbolic reasoning to revolutionize scientific discovery.
• Global remote work environment.
• Collaboration with a team dedicated to tackling the deepest unsolved problems in physics.