AI2 is a non-profit research institute founded in 2014 with the mission of conducting high-impact AI research and engineering in service of the common good. AI2 is the creation of the late Paul G. Allen, philanthropist and Microsoft co-founder.

Headquartered in Seattle on the shores of Lake Union, AI2 employs the world’s best scientific and engineering talent in the field of AI, attracting individuals of varied interests and backgrounds from across the globe. AI2 prides itself on the diversity and collaboration of its team and takes a results-oriented approach to complex challenges in AI.

AI2 has undertaken several ambitious projects to drive fundamental advances in science, medicine, and conservation through AI. Meet our team, directors, and advisors, learn about our projects, and check out our current openings to see if there is a position that matches your interests and skillset.

Core Values

Impact

Their mission is to build AI for the common good. They aim to produce breakthrough research and tools that move the needle in AI, empower the research community, and benefit society.

Accountability

They take an efficient, results-oriented approach to our work. They define ambitious, timely goals and continually measure their success against them.

Transparency

They are clear and forthright with our team about their actions, their decisions, and the goals of their institute. They produce and share new research, tools, and resources openly with the wider world. They support open science.

Collaboration

They proactively develop diverse teams with a wide range of perspectives and skills to cultivate the best possible ideas. They build relationships with outside research groups and organizations to collectively elevate the field of AI and achieve the broadest possible impact.