Vice President Research, AI Planning and Operations

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Vice President Research, AI Planning and Operations based in the United States. This senior leadership role focuses on helping enterprise organizations understand the economics of artificial intelligence and make informed investment decisions. You will bring hands-on experience from large-scale AI deployments into independent research, financial modeling, and executive advisory work. The role spans AI investment prioritization, budgeting, forecasting, cost management, and business value realization. You will develop practical economic models that account for both initial investments and ongoing operating costs. You will advise CIOs, CFOs, and business leaders on scaling, sourcing, funding, and portfolio decisions. The position combines research, quantitative analysis, executive communication, and industry engagement in a highly collaborative environment. It can be performed remotely from an approved U.S. location or from a Boston office, with approximately 25–30% travel expected.