Director, Materials AISF Program Lead (AI)

Location: Cambridge, MA USA

Salary: $320,000 - $380,000 USD

Company

hirify.global is building Scientific Superintelligence to autonomously execute the scientific method across medicine, materials, and energy.

What you will do

• Own the Materials Science AISF program strategy, charter, budget, and success criteria.
• Translate Product, Science, and AI priorities into executable program plans.
• Build the roadmap for expanding AISF capabilities across synthesis, characterization, and closed-loop AI guidance.
• Evaluate proof-of-concept results from Scientific Programs and design pathways for platform integration.
• Lead and align cross-functional project teams to execute the Materials Science AISF strategy.
• Represent program strategy, risks, and decisions in technical leadership reviews.

Requirements

• PhD or equivalent experience in materials science, condensed matter physics, chemistry, or a closely related field.
• Industry research experience with a track record of leading complex, multidisciplinary experimental programs.
• Familiarity with vacuum synthesis, characterization, electrochemistry, or nanoporous systems.
• Experience defining and managing technical roadmaps within real resource and budget constraints.
• Strong communication skills to translate technical depth into strategic clarity.
• Ability to lead through influence across matrixed, cross-functional teams.

Nice to have

• Experience with automated or high-throughput experimental platforms, robotics, or lab automation.
• Familiarity with AI/ML-driven experimental design or Bayesian optimization.
• Exposure to atomistic simulation methods.
• Experience in fast-paced research environments like national labs or deep-tech startups.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
• Flexible time off with generous company-wide holidays.
• Paid parental leave and an educational assistance program.
• Commuter benefits and a company-subsidized lunch program.
• Generous early-stage equity.