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This is a hybrid position based out of the CIFAR office located in the MaRs Discovery building. Staff are required to be in the office three days a week, ensuring a balance of in-person collaboration and flexibility.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

About CIFAR:

The Next Leap Starts Here. At CIFAR, we don’t just solve complex challenges; we imagine new possibilities for humanity. We are a global catalyst for breakthroughs, mobilizing the world’s most brilliant minds to tackle the questions that define our future. Founded in Canada and connected to the world, we provide the platform for high-risk, high-reward research. When you join CIFAR, you aren’t just taking a job: you are joining a community dedicated to the long-term benefit of people and the planet.

For more information, please visit our website.

The Chance

As the AI Communications Officer, you will be a storyteller and content strategist at the forefront of AI research communications. You will lead projects like the AICan Bulletin, produce compelling content for cifar.ca and social media, and help translate complex AI research into engaging narratives for a global audience. You will work alongside a passionate team of communications professionals to elevate CIFAR’s impact and share the exciting work happening across our AI programs.

Key Responsibilities & Impact:

- Lead the production of the AICan Bulletin and other AI communications initiatives.
- Research and write engaging content for websites, social media, and multimedia channels.
- Collaborate with researchers, designers, and cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and high-quality storytelling.
- Develop creative social media strategies to amplify AI research and program impact.
- Support communications for CIFAR initiatives, including the Pan-Canadian AI Strategy and the Canadian AI Safety Institute Research Program at CIFAR.
- Contribute content for CIFAR’s annual reports, media outreach, and other high-profile communications projects.

About You

- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Minimum 3 years in communications, preferably in academic, research, or science contexts.
- Demonstrated experience executing strategic communications plans and publications that deliver impact.
- Well-developed research, analytical, fact-checking, copywriting, and editing skills.
- Familiarity with Google Suite, WordPress, Mailchimp,



and analytics tools such as Google Analytics 4.
- Some experience with photography, video, and Adobe software is an asset.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- French/English bilingualism is considered an asset.

Hiring Salary Range

$65,000 – $77,000

To ensure fair and equitable pay at CIFAR, placement on the salary range will be based on your years of experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the AI Communications Officer role.

What We Offer

Just as we champion the world's best researchers, we champion our people. We offer a culture of collaboration, courage, clarity and curiosity. Our benefits prioritize your well‑being, growth and inclusion so you can do your best work in a community of extraordinary thinkers.

Our team members benefit from

- Comprehensive wellness and benefits - extended health coverage, mental health supports, a defined benefit pension, 4 weeks’ vacation, and “CIFAR Days” (days off with pay) throughout the year.
- Opportunities for learning and growth - supported by professional development resources.
- An inclusive, collaborative culture - grounded in our values the “4Cs” (Collaboration, Curiosity, Courage and Clarity), where diverse perspectives are valued and ideas are encouraged.
- Work Flexibility - We encourage a hybrid working model that includes work‑from‑home arrangements with a minimum of 3 days in the office and Focus Fridays (meeting‑free Fridays every week).
- Employee Focused - We offer generous maternity and parental leave top‑ups and a flexible work environment, including CIFAR Days (designated days off in addition to vacation allotments).

Apply:

Qualified applicants are invited to apply by 11:59pm EST on Thursday, April 9, 2026. We appreciate your interest in this opportunity, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted via email. Please submit a cover letter, resume, a minimum of two writing samples, and/or a link to your portfolio.

Our Commitment to Inclusion





CIFAR is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We recognize that bringing together individuals from multiple backgrounds, perspectives and experiences is integral to advancing excellence and increasing the impact of our organization. Our leadership, staff and volunteers strive to create an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace and, in turn, an environment that will give our diverse global community of researchers the support to successfully address the most important questions facing science and humanity. Ensuring that every person feels valued and welcome, regardless of age, education, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, parental status/responsibility, immigration status, Indigenous status, religion, disability, language, race, place of origin, ethnicity, culture, socio-economic status, and other attributes is vital to achieving our mission. We strongly encourage applications from members of our society who face systemic barriers and biases, including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous persons, members of visible minority/racialized communities, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, members of marginalized gender identity communities, and persons with disabilities. Applicants may confidentially self‑identify at the time of application.

ACCESSIBILITY FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

- CIFAR is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the Ontario Human Rights Code. To request a reasonable accommodation, please email and include the term ‘Accessibility’ in the Subject Line, or call 416‑971‑4251. Please provide your name, preferred contact method, and a detailed description of the nature of any accommodation that you may require. Please include any materials or processes that may be used to ensure your equal participation.

CIFAR frequently communicates in both official languages and our preference is to hire employees who are fluent in both English and French where possible. Other languages are also considered an asset. For a French version of the job posting, please visit

CIFAR is supported by the governments of Canada, Alberta, and Quebec, as well as international partner organizations, individuals, foundations, and corporations.

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📌 AI Communications Officer (Toronto)
🏢 CIFAR
📍 Toronto