About the Role
The Associate will support existing and emerging grantmaking programs, initially focusing on the strategic and operational needs of the AI and Advanced Computing team.
Responsibilities
- Support the full lifecycle of the grant process, from proposal intake to final reporting.
- Review applications for compliance and programmatic fit, and coordinate external reviewers.
- Communicate with nominators and applicants throughout the selection process.
- Assist in the logistics of the selection process for potential awardees.
- Serve as a point of contact for the grantee network, ensuring they have necessary resources.
- Support the planning of convenings and workshops.
- Develop and coordinate public-facing resources to communicate awardees' research and impact.
- Compile data and materials for project and program evaluations.
- Develop evaluation criteria and execute comprehensive evaluation processes for projects and programs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or a related field preferred but not mandatory if strong technical literacy is demonstrated.
- 2–3 years of relevant work experience.
- Experience in operations, consulting, project management, or knowledge of AI academic research is a plus.
- Comfort with modern office suites (Google Workspace/Microsoft Office) is required.
- Proficiency in Excel/Sheets (pivot tables, complex formulas) and/or Airtable is highly desired.
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple timelines and complex administrative processes.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear summaries.
- Proven problem-solvers and self-starters.
- Demonstrated interest in artificial intelligence and computer science.
Skills
- SurveyMonkey Apply
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Office
- Excel
- Sheets
- Airtable
- Pivot tables
- Complex formulas
Work Type
- Exempt position
Experience Level
- 2-3 years
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree
Salary/Compensations
- $120,000 - $150,000
About the Company
- Schmidt Sciences is a nonprofit organization founded in 2024 by Eric and Wendy Schmidt.
- The organization works to accelerate scientific knowledge and breakthroughs with advanced tools to support a thriving planet.
- Prioritizes research in AI and advanced computing, astrophysics, biosciences, climate, and space.
- Supports researchers through its science systems program.
Equal Opportunity
- Schmidt Sciences is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that proudly pursues and hires a diverse workforce.
- Does not make hiring or employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender-identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws or prohibited by Company policy.
- Strives for a healthy and safe workplace and strictly prohibits harassment of any kind.
