Director, Human-AI Collaboration

Salesforce; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Salesforce is seeking a senior leader to pioneer research-driven work models and human–AI collaboration strategies. You will partner with executives to shape enterprise transformation, driving scalable job redesign and measurable business outcomes.

Applicants should hold a Doctorate in a relevant field, with 10+ years in organizational design or workforce strategy, and a strong publication or applied research portfolio. This role anchors Salesforce's future of work initiatives in the US.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology, HCI, or related field with focus on technology and the future of work.
• Proven publication record or hands-on application of research methods.
• Experience translating research into actionable workforce strategies.
• Deep understanding of human–computer interaction in work systems.
• Strong business sense linking insights to KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Pioneer research-driven work models by leading and conducting research on AI and emerging tech to augment human work.
• Apply HCI and cognitive science to design intuitive human–AI collaboration workflows.
• Partner with senior leaders to shape Salesforce's workforce transformation initiatives.
• Drive enterprise-wide transformation supporting a culture of learning and innovation.
• Develop scalable frameworks for job redesign and augmentation for business growth.
• Educate stakeholders by communicating research insights and strategic recommendations.
• Balance agility and focus while managing multiple priorities.

Skills

Research leadership

HCI principles

Stakeholder influence

Qualitative methods

Quantitative methods

Business acumen

Education

Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Organizational Psychology or related field

Job description

Job Category

Employee Success

Job Details

About Salesforce

Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn’t a buzzword — it’s a way of life. The world of work as we know it is changing and we're looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforce's core values at the heart of it all.

Ready to level-up your career at the company leading workforce transformation in the agentic era? You’re in the right place! Agentforce is the future of AI, and you are the future of Salesforce.

Responsibilities

• Pioneer research-driven work models by leading and conducting research on how AI and emerging technologies can augment human work, and translating findings into evidence-based frameworks for job design and organizational structure.
• Apply HCI and cognitive science principles to design intuitive, effective human-AI collaboration workflows that support usability, trust, and adoption.
• Partner with senior leaders to help shape the future of work at Salesforce, translating business strategy into actionable workforce transformation initiatives.
• Drive enterprise-wide transformation by supporting a culture of learning, adaptability, and innovation as the organization evolves how work is defined, performed, and managed.
• Develop scalable frameworks for job redesign and augmentation that enable business growth while supporting employee development and career progression.
• Influence and educate stakeholders by clearly communicating research insights and strategic recommendations to a wide range of audiences, including technical and non-technical partners.
• Balance agility and focus by managing multiple priorities and adapting quickly as business needs evolve.

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate (Ph.D.) in a relevant field such as Organizational Psychology, Human-Computer Interaction, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, or a related discipline with a focus on technology and the future of work.
• 10+ years of experience in organizational design, workforce strategy, or applied research roles, including at least 5 years in a leadership capacity driving large-scale change within a corporate environment.
• Demonstrated research expertise, including a strong publication record or hands-on application of qualitative and quantitative research methods to address complex business challenges.
• Deep understanding of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) principles and their application to designing effective human-machine systems.
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to connect research insights to measurable business outcomes and key performance indicators.
• Proven leadership and communication skills, with experience influencing senior leaders and collaborating across diverse, cross-functional teams.
• Experience leading organizational transformation efforts and integrating emerging technologies, particularly AI, into work processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in large, matrixed, or global organizations.
• Background in workforce transformation, job architecture, or future-of-work initiatives within a technology-driven environment.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex concepts into practical, actionable frameworks that resonate across varied audiences.

Unleash Your Potential

When you join Salesforce, you’ll be limitless in all areas of your life. Our benefits and resources support you to find balance and be your best, and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you can do your best. Together, we’ll bring the power of Agentforce to organizations of all sizes and deliver amazing experiences that customers love.

Accommodations

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