Principal Researcher

Department

Booth Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence 1

About the Department

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is the second-oldest business school in the U.S. and second to none when it comes to influencing business education and business practices. Since 1898, the school has produced ideas and leaders that shape the world of business. Their rigorous, discipline-based approach to business education transforms students into confident, effective, respected business leaders prepared to face the toughest challenges.

Chicago Booth has the finest set of facilities of any business school in the world. Each of the four campuses (two in Chicago, one in London, and one in Hong Kong) reflects the architectural traditions of its environs while offering a state-of-the-art learning environment.

Chicago Booth is proud to claim:
-an unmatched faculty.
-degree and open enrollment programs offered on three continents.
-a global body of nearly 56,000 accomplished alumni.
-strong and growing corporate relationships that provide a wealth of lifelong career opportunities.

As part of the world-renowned University of Chicago, Chicago Booth shares the University's core values that shape the distinctive intellectual culture. At Booth, they constantly question and test ideas, and seek proof. This extraordinarily effective approach to business leads to new ideas and innovative solutions. Seven of the Booth faculty members have won Nobel Prizes for these ideas - the first business school to achieve this accomplishment.

For more information about the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, please visit: http://www.chicagobooth.edu/.

Job Summary

As a Principal Researcher at the Center for Applied AI, conduct groundbreaking research exploring the intersection of AI with business disciplines, both independently and alongside Booth Faculty colleagues. The work combines technical innovation with novel applications, generating significant contributions that advance understanding of AI's impact on business and society. Actively participate in the academic community through workshops and seminars, while also sharing technical expertise by teaching quarterly workshops for fellow researchers.

Responsibilities

• Pursues collaborative research to be presented at academic forums and published in peer-reviewed academic journals.
• Engages in the intellectual environment of CAAI, Chicago Booth, and UChicago.
• Guides data collection, evaluation and analysis. May design and manage databases. Writes reports, articles and manuscripts.
• As necessary, performs administrative duties associated with the management of a research project and/or group.
• Plans and delivers technical workshops for faculty, PhD students, and research professionals.
• Uses subject matter and best practices knowledge to perform lab and/or research-related duties and tasks. Works independently to assist with project design.
• Guides data collection, evaluation and analysis. Designs and manages databases. Writes reports, articles and manuscripts.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Ph.D. earned or expected by September 2025 in CS or related field.

Experience:

• At least three years of strong record of research productivity in machine learning and artificial intelligence.
• Expertise in AI/ML and interests in business and policy applications.

Preferred Competencies

• Work effectively and diplomatically with faculty, students, staff, and other colleagues through a variety of communication channels.
• Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills, as well as organizational skills.
• Work independently with little supervision.
• Self-motivated disposition.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and recommend effective changes, all while achieving key objectives resulting in desired outcomes.

Working Conditions

• This position is currently expected to work a minimum three days per week in the office.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)